A Youth-to-Youth Indaba organised by the Swapo Party Okongo District is currently underway at Okongo in the Ohangwena Region.

Sport, youth, and national service programmes have been allocated a budget of N$750 million.

The funding is aimed at supporting social development and creating opportunities for young people.

Out of the total amount, N$35 million will go towards running youth development programmes.

Since its founding 71 years ago, the Pionier Boys' School in Windhoek has evolved from a small special-needs institution into a centre for both academic and vocational training for boys with learning difficulties in Namibia.

Dr. Alpo Mbamba Senior Secondary School in Rundu has launched a media hub programme.

The hub intends to address youth empowerment, job creation through the creative industries and the development of a knowledge-based economy driven by local content. 

Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba says unity, youth empowerment, and social responsibility remain central to building a stronger Namibia.

He made these remarks during the country's Independence Anniversary celebrations at Oshikango in Helao Nafidi.

The Deputy Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs has asked that Namibians prioritise economic freedom as the next phase of the country's development.

The |Khomas Region on Friday hosted cultural performances and a talent show themed "NamFest@36".

This festive event aimed to celebrate Namibia's youth and creativity.

The event began with the Uhuru march, where participants, mainly school learners, marched from Palm Tree Park to Zoo Park.

In Gobabis, visual artist and trainer Silverius Olibile has been shaping young people with artistic talent since the early years of independence. 

Learners at Elim Primary School in Windhoek were encouraged to value independence, work hard and believe in their future.

The school held a pre-Independence Day celebration on Friday.

The Vice President, Lucia Witbooi, has called on Namibians to follow the example of the country's forebearers, urging citizens to embrace selflessness, unity and resilience in serving the nation.

She was speaking at the Independence Day celebration at Karasburg.