President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is urging traditional leaders to follow their customary laws when appointing leaders to avoid disputes.

Such disputes had led to 16 traditional authorities without leaders.

Former Chief of Defence Lieutenant General (Rtd) Solomon "Jesus" Hawala was buried at the Old Ongwediva Lutheran cemetery in the Oshana Region.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah described the late former Chief of the Namibian Defence Force, Retired Lieutenant General Solomon Hawala, as a hero of the liberation struggle, whose legacy will never die.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has lauded late police officer Chief Inspector Riche Karel ||Naobeb for an exemplary career.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged adherence to road rules following the deaths of 14 uniformed officers and two civilians in a car accident last Saturday.

Dr. Nandi-Ndaitwah was speaking at a mass memorial service held at Persiana Stadium in Mariental today.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on Friday questioned Acting Executive Director in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, Ben Haraseb, about a consultancy firm allegedly paid N$4 million to assist in integrating former Agribusdev staff into the ministry.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said she will do everything in her power to ensure that the difficulties experienced by green schemes are addressed. 

The President is on a mission to make sure that the country feeds itself and is asking for everyone to play their part. 

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah states that the government is committed to empowering the youth, advancing industrialisation, promoting the beneficiation of natural resources, and creating employment opportunities. 

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has encouraged exhibitors and entrepreneurs to take advantage of the opportunities presented by the Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair to grow their businesses and expand their market reach.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has congratulated the Anglican Diocese of Namibia on its 100th anniversary, commending the church on its growth and impact over the last century.