Residents of Aminuis in the Omaheke Region gathered on Sunday to pay tribute to the late Headman Petrus Mbaha, who died three decades ago.

The Universal Church held a march against suicide aimed at raising awareness and addressing mental health issues faced by men and women.

Namibia ranks as one of the countries in Africa with the highest suicide rates, with over 80% being males.

Clinical psychologist Joab Mudzanapabwe has urged men to create positive spaces for entertainment and interaction. 

Speaking at the Men on the Move event, held as part of Suicide Prevention Month, Dr. Mudzanapabwe challenged men to come up with initiatives that promote fun, connection, and wellbeing.

Vice President Lucia Witbooi has called upon the Kwe San community to always be open and engage with her office on developmental projects within their areas and critical issues that affect their daily lives.

A Mental Health Awareness Campaign kicked off in Windhoek with a walk from the Grysblock residential area to the A. Shipena Secondary School.

It was held under the theme "Life is better with you here – to break the silence." 

Regional officials and community members welcomed Hofni Iipinge, the newly appointed Governor of the Oshana Region, as he officially assumed office.

Kavango West Region's regional leaders and the police have called for community collaboration in addressing crime and in accelerating development across the region.

With over 1.4 million members in 200 countries around the world, Rotary International continues to uphold its founding motto, Service above Self.

The latest addition to the Rotary family is the Keetmanshoop Rotary Club, formerly chartered in June 2024.

Police in the Ohangwena Region have launched their Easter patrols across the entire jurisdiction.

These patrols aim to ensure a visible law enforcement presence in the region, particularly given the influx of visitors during the long Easter weekend.

The Namibian Defence Force (NDF) has been commended for effectively assisting flood-hit communities in northern regions, where rising waters have cut off access to essential services.

The ongoing relief operation, launched last month, supports areas at high risk of waterborne diseases.