The Gibeon Village Council says it is making deliberate efforts to accelerate the much-needed development at the village.
The council has acquired land for various development projects, including town electrification and the construction of a sports facility.
Botswana's Ministry of Trade and Entrepreneurship has extended its liquor trading period to 20 hours during this festive season, as the southern African country trudges towards becoming a 24-hour economy.
Youth activist Gabes Eigowab, from the Omitara settlement, has said limited exposure and a lack of educational institutions and job opportunities continue to hinder motivated young people, despite government inclusivity efforts.
Managing Director of the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR), Maureen Hinda-Mbuende, acknowledged that skills gaps exist in the oil sector, citing them as not labour-intensive and often requiring more than one skill.
The NBC News team in Keetmanshoop spoke to families enjoying Family Day at local recreational facilities, where they gathered for outdoor activities and quality time together.
While many Namibians celebrate Family Day with loved ones, squatters in Windhoek treat the day like any other, hustling to survive.
Oshakati Town Council has commenced with the first phase of the construction of a new sewer treatment plant aimed at resolving the persistent effluent discharge around town.
The project, valued at N$6.9 million, has been awarded to Mediate Trading Enterprises JV Kores Construction.
The third edition of the Ondobe Annual Youth Expo held at the Sam Mwashipnadeka Business Park ended in the Ohangwena Region.
In Windhoek, families went all out to ensure that Goodwill Day served its purpose of strengthening family bonds and spending quality time together.
Continuing in the spirit of Christmas, some families chose to enjoy the day with festive activities and time together.
As Namibia celebrates Family Day, the NBC News team in Oshakati caught up with the Namoloh family at Ohnuno.
Like many who travelled from across Namibia to spend the festive season with loved ones, the Namolohs left busy city life for their traditional home, where birdsong wakes them each morning.
