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A new TotalEnergies fuel supply deal could bring savings for Namibian motorists from November. The government expects to save about N$220.5 million, but pump prices will still depend on international fuel prices, exchange rates and shipping costs.

Oshana regional police commander Andreas Shilelo has warned long-distance bus operators against transporting undocumented Angolan children to towns outside the northern regions. He says the police are engaging transport operators to stop the practice amid concerns over possible human trafficking.

Youth leader Josephine Kutondokwa says internships should provide young people with practical experience, mentorship and professional exposure, rather than being used as a source of cheap labour. She says clearer standards are needed around internship duration, learning objectives, supervision, working hours, allowances and responsibilities, especially when interns are doing the work of permanent employees.

Residents are demanding greater accountability and improved service delivery from the City of Windhoek. Activists say they want city leaders to engage directly with residents at the planned 26 September gathering...

Digital strategist Nupresh Soni says Namibia needs stronger cybersecurity measures and effective data-protection laws to safeguard personal information. He says accountability and proper safeguards are necessary to encourage the government and private organisations to take cybersecurity seriously.

Economist Marius Kudumo has warned that reduced competition in Namibia’s cement industry could limit consumer choice and affect development goals. His comments come amid a legal challenge surrounding the approval of the proposed acquisition of Ohorongo Cement.

Namibian and German creatives will come together this Friday for 'Echoes of the Future'. an immersive audio-visual experience at the Goethe-Institut Namibia. The free event will explore cultural exchange through music, visual art, movement and storytelling.

Namibia’s tourism and hospitality sector is calling for greater respect for wildlife as the country prepares to mark World Rhino Day on 22 September. Tourism representative Gitta Paetzold says the growing number of vehicles gathering around wildlife sightings can leave animals anxious and cornered, while tourists should be better informed about responsible behaviour in national parks.

Youth leader Donna Gamatham says internships in Namibia should serve as a bridge between education and employment, rather than becoming a source of cheap labour. She says young graduates often accept poor internship conditions because high unemployment leaves them with little bargaining power, and has called for clearer standards on internship duration, supervision, working hours, allowances and responsibilities.

Salt Essential IT’s Grace Kashiwena says Namibians should embrace technology while learning how to recognise cyberthreats and protect their personal information. She says cybersecurity awareness is essential to help individuals, organisations and communities make safer decisions online.