Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi is pleased with the progress made on the Oshakati-Ompundja low-volume seal road in the Oshana region.

Plans are underway to clean up the area surrounding the floating bridge at the Sarusungu Border post on the outskirts of Rundu. 

The area has been an eyesore for locals and travellers alike.
 
The floating bridge connects Kavango East to the Angolan town of Calai. 

Namibia is set to host and lead the Sixth Ordinary Session of the African Union Specialised Technical Committee on Social Development, Labour and Employment. 

Held in a tripartite format, the session will be from 27 to 31 July 2026 in Windhoek. 

Namibia will begin rolling out its electronic identity documents (e-ID) in September 2026 as part of efforts to modernise the country's identity management systems and strengthen digital public service delivery.

Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Youth, Civic Relations and Community Development Marlayn Mbakera has suggested that the National Youth Development Fund roll out grants in addition to loans and review the selection criteria for applications.

Kunene Governor Vipuakuje Muharukua has welcomed Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi's inspection of ongoing road construction projects in his region, describing the visit as a positive step towards improving connectivity and accelerating development and economic growth.

The Meteorological Services has forecast a significant decline in temperatures across the south-eastern parts of the country from tomorrow. 

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on Namibians to emulate the dedication and service of the late Toini and Marco Hausiku, describing the couple as exemplary servants of the nation through the Swapo Party and national service.

For the first time in Rundu's history, residential areas are having their gravel roads upgraded to tar.

People living in Rundu have never had the pleasure of experiencing a tarred road in their residential areas. 

Zambezi Police Regional Commander Commissioner Julia Sakuwa-Neo held her maiden engagement with the business sector on Tuesday.

The meeting was aimed at information sharing in order to find solutions to ongoing crime that targets their businesses.