Namibia-China Ties: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has arrived in Guangzhou for a 5–11 July state visit to deepen cooperation with China on trade, mining value addition, manufacturing, renewables and green hydrogen, plus education, digital innovation, tourism and public health. Culture & Women in Art: The National Art Gallery of Namibia closed its “Giants of Africa” exhibition, spotlighting contemporary works by emerging Namibian women artists and reimagining African historical figures through fabric and sculpture. Music Industry Boost: NASCAM secured N$1.5 million for a 24-month music hub and digital platform focused on research, copyright reform and creator support. City Life & Pets: Windhoek approved new dog registration and licensing rules, including fees, fitness certificates, stricter leash measures and provisions for impoundment of dangerous dogs. Health System Pressure: Parliament heard concerns that nursing and health training capacity is being outpaced, with some UNAM nursing students turned away from clinics and allegations that interns may be left to run facilities without proper supervision. Youth & Learning: Scholarships will send 30 Namibian students to Parul University in India for priority fields like marine studies, geosciences and healthcare. Community & Safety: Police dismissed a viral claim linking a Namibian truck driver assault to South Africa’s June 30 anti-immigrant protests, saying it was unrelated. Global Watch: The Global Passport Index ranks India 125th, with Namibia just above it at 124th.