A rural cattle farmer at Epukiro RC mission area in the Omaheke Region is turning challenges into opportunities by venturing into pig farming. 

A seasonal farmer at Okahatjipara Village, in the vicinity of Okondjatu and Mbunga Tjamuaha, advises that communal farming communities prioritise removing encroaching bush and scrubs from their farming lands. 

The residents and livestock in some parts of the Omaheke Region now have hope thanks to the rain.

The headman of Otjomboora Village, Gift Tjirunga, stated that if it weren't for the recent good rainfall received leading up to Christmas, most of their livestock could be dead by now.

The settlement of Epukiro Post 3 in the Omaheke Region has been plagued by mosquitoes in recent weeks due to stagnant water in the area. 

Residents of the settlement have expressed concern about the health hazard if the situation is not promptly addressed. 

Senior citizens received a meal, hygiene sessions, and gifts as part of the Otjinene Village Council's 10th anniversary celebrations.

Police in the Omaheke Region have raised concerns over a spike in vehicle part thefts. Over ten cases have been reported since September, and two suspects have been arrested so far.

The Food and Agriculture Organisation joined the Office of the Governor in the Omaheke Region to address the pressing issue of food insecurity and malnutrition induced by severe drought.

The Deputy Secretary General of NUDO, Joseph Uapingene, says that his party will work tirelessly to address regional youth unemployment through the setting up of an agricfactory processing plant and advocate for the establishment of a first ever university at Gobabis.

The Minister of Works and Transport is satisfied with the progress made on both the Talismanus-Gobabis and Du Plessis Plaas to Epukiro Post 3 road upgrading to low volume seal standard.

John Mutorwa took a site visit to evaluate advancement on both roads under construction in the Omaheke Region.

A collaborative approach is of paramount importance when it comes to increasing access to quality nutrition and protection services for vulnerable populations, including women and children.

This will address social determinants such as poverty, education, and food security.