AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUnity & Heritage: Vice President Lucia Witbooi says the Omagongo Festival remains a powerful symbol of Namibia’s cultural identity, unity and heritage. National Remembrance: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah paid tribute to late SWAPO leader Joplin !Gontes, linking her passing on 4 May to Cassinga Day reflection. Health & Growth: IUM will open a 120-bed private hospital near Ondangwa by mid-2027, aiming to serve patients and train health workers. Healthcare Leadership: Former first lady Monica Geingos has been appointed board chair of PMNCH, the world’s largest maternal and child health alliance. Youth & Sports: Cabinet approved youth and sports functions moving to Regional Councils, while the NC backed N$750m for youth, sports and national service—though MPs want more youth centres. Education Pressure Points: Hardap pupils were sent home without reports due to an ink shortage, and parents say Grade 7s are being disadvantaged. Safety & Emergencies: Japan donated ambulances and emergency equipment worth N$1.2m to UNAM to strengthen campus response.
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