There is a need to empower women Parliamentarians to improve their contributions on the social, economic as well as political spheres. Project manager of the Friedrich Ebert Foundation Sylvia Mundjindi made the call during the capacity building workshop for female Parliamentarians at Walvis Bay.

Vice President Nangolo Mbumba says Government has observed with concern an increase in chieftaincy disputes. Mbumba said Namibia is a country governed by the rule of law, and traditional authorities are no exception.

Hundreds of households in the informal settlements of Omaruru in the Erongo Region now have access to electricity. Mines and Energy Deputy Minister, Kornelia Shilunga also inaugurated the new customer care office building of Erongo Red at the town.