As the nation celebrates Christmas, Vice President Lucia Witbooi urges Namibians to embrace compassion, unity, and responsible behaviour.

Shopping malls in Walvis Bay were filled to capacity as residents and holidaymakers spent money on gifts and food for Christmas and Family Day festivities.

When driving to the malls, convoys of cars can be seen, and finding a parking spot becomes a challenge.

The ǂAo-Daman Traditional Authority has unanimously resolved to nominate Senior Councillor Christofine Classen as the substantive Chief, following the death of the late Gaob Petrus Ukongo.

Classen has been serving as Acting Gaob of the ǂAo-Daman Traditional Authority since June 2024, when Ukongo died.

The Founder of Hope Home-Based Health Care Centre, Eglien Uises, is gaining international recognition for her work in palliative care, a journey that began as a personal act of compassion and has grown into a national and global impact.

The Minister of International Relations and Trade, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, has reiterated Namibia's call for Africa to have permanent seats on the UN Security Council.

A permanent seat will allow African countries to have a voice and contribute to bringing lasting solutions to peace.

The National Democratic Party says the November Regional Councils and Local Authority Elections indicated areas of strength and opportunities for NDP.

President Martin Lukato, was speaking at a conference aimed at reflecting on the elections.

Namibia recorded 488 road fatalities between 01 January and 14 December 2025, representing a 20% increase compared to the same period last year.

3,126 crashes were recorded, a 4.2% increase compared to the previous year. However, 5,111 injuries were reported, marking a 1.8% decline.

Compared to last year’s crime statistics for the festive season period of November to December, most crime categories across the regions have increased this year, with only three type murder, culpable homicide, and protected game products  showing a decrease.

Hardap-based Harambee Agri-Produce is proving that agricultural success is possible with the right planning, drive and support. 

The agri-produce generates nearly N$1 million annually from livestock fodder and crop production.

The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture has confirmed that the 2025 Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary Level (NSSCO) and Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Advanced Subsidiary (NSSCAS) results will be released at 10h00, on Tuesday, 13 January 2026.