Community Rights Clash: Oshana’s Iiheke Ya Nakele residents protested a controversial construction at the site, saying plots are being allocated in disputed areas and grazing, water sources and cultural sites are at risk—despite a 2019 Uukwambi Traditional Authority resolution to halt sand mining and construction pending a final dispute. Skills & Jobs Boost: Oshikoto’s Omuthiya vocational training centre was approved, with Phase 1 (13.2 hectares, over N$200m) set to start this September and train 1,700+ students across smart agriculture, automotive, hospitality, mining, energy and construction. Public Service Media: As NBC marks 35 years, former Sport Desk staff reflect on how sports broadcasting grew in Namibia—especially widening visibility for women in sport. Child Protection Push: Namibia reaffirmed its commitment to ending violence against children, highlighting online sexual exploitation and platforms like the Children’s Parliament for children’s participation in decisions. Women in Media: National Assembly Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila urged fairer portrayals of women leaders, warning that negative coverage discourages women from public life. Aviation Outreach: Women in Aviation Namibia brought career inspiration to Oshana schools, pointing to low female representation in pilots and engineering. Cost-of-Living Pressure: UNAM students questioned whether fuel-price relief measures are easing daily expenses, calling it a wider social justice and governance issue. Waste & Health: Oshikoto’s disposable nappy disposal problem is worsening, with villagers resorting to burying nappies due to limited formal waste systems. Migration & Citizenship Clarity: MHAISS warned against misinformation on citizenship and national documents, stressing that birth in Namibia alone doesn’t automatically qualify. Pension Disruption: Over 15,000 pensioners reportedly had old-age grants suspended after missing verification, leaving some without money and raising humanitarian concerns. Local Safety: Windhoek reported a 14% drop in murders (Jan–May), while theft and armed robberies remain concerns linked to alcohol and domestic violence. Street Children Plan: Windhoek moved to address children begging at intersections, referring the matter for longer-term interventions to protect child welfare and road users. Solar Project Row: The Presidency rejected IPC allegations linking President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to a N$612m Sinomine-Massaus solar deal, saying it’s a private commercial matter and urging evidence-based claims.