The just-ended Public Service Human Resource Conference led to meaningful discussions and resolutions aimed at strengthening the country's public service.

The strength of government depends on the people who serve it. This was the message from Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare at the government's Human Resource Conference for public servants and members of the Public Service Commission.

NBC Board Chairperson Lazarus Jacobs, accompanied by other members and employees of the national broadcaster, has paid tribute to the late Lamech Mwanyangapo.

Jacobs described Mwanyangapo as a committed colleague who remained dedicated to the corporation even after his retirement.

Vice Chairperson of the National Council, Emma Muteka, has warned young MPs against mistaking popularity on social media for real leadership or impact.

She said their influence must be used responsibly.

A new documentary, The Encapsulation of Bience Gawanas, is offering audiences an intimate look into the life, struggles and legacy of distinguished Namibian lawyer, diplomat and social justice advocate Bience Gawanas.

The government says Namibia's national honours system is meant to recognise service and exceptional achievement, not privilege, political connections or favouritism.

Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs Frans Kapofi provided the clarification as the country commemorated Heroes' Day on August 26.

Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts and Economy, Eddie Nanub, the committee is far better equipped to interrogate audit findings, hold accounting officers to account, and drive meaningful improvements across the public service.

First Gentleman Epaphras Ndaitwah has called on the current and aspiring leaders to embrace strategic leadership and management.

He said effective leadership requires more than simply holding positions of authority.

The Namibia Institute of Public Administration and Management (NIPAM) used its 2nd Public Sector Awards to drive home a clear message - effective public service belongs to those who are capacitated and institutions that invest in their people reap better performance, governance and service delivery.

Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has called for accountability and improved service delivery at the Government Stores and Government Garage in Windhoek.