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Civic Plus 264 says the government should prioritise transparency, accountability and inclusive public services in the upcoming mid-term budget review. Executive director Ethne Mudge says implementing civil society proposals could help reduce corruption and ensure public funds reach vulnerable communities.

The NIPDB says approximately 130 additional job opportunities aboard MSC Cruises ships remain available for eligible Namibians, with applications closing on 15 December. Interested candidates can visit nipdb.com to review the vacancies and application requirements, with German language skills offering an added advantage.

The Khomas Suicide Prevention Task Force is calling for stronger community-based mental health support after 370 suicide deaths were recorded in the region between 2021 and 2026. Residents are urged to recognise warning signs, challenge the stigma surrounding mental health and encourage those struggling to seek help.

Namibia Volleyball Federation chief executive Festus Amukaya discusses the conclusion of the 2026 volleyball season, highlighting the recent Bank Windhoek NVF Cup at Swakopmund and the upcoming final round of the MTC Volleyball National League.

The final round takes place on 24 October at the DTS Sports Ground in Windhoek. The men's championship will be decided in a high-stakes match between NDF Raptors and defending champions NCS. In the women's division, Nampol holds a strong lead over defending champions Revivals.

National Organisation of Parents in Education in Namibia founder and interim president Paulus Hawanga reflects on systemic gaps in child protection and mental health support, following the arrests made in the cases of Ingrid Maarsdorp and Roswinds Fabianu.

Hawanga criticises the tendency of authorities to be reactive after tragedies occur. He urges the education ministry and line ministries to proactively engage parents, community organisations and faith-based groups to prevent violence against children.

Former Namdia chief executive Kennedy Hamutenya discusses the global crisis facing Namibia's diamond sector, driven by falling demand, geopolitical conflicts, overstocking and heavy competition from lab-grown synthetics.

Hamutenya says current financial pressures on Namdeb Holdings – spanning offshore operations (Debmarine Namibia) and labor-intensive onshore operations (Namdeb) – stem from global market structural shifts rather than domestic management flaws.

Employment Equity Commission commissioner Roberto Dirckse says nine employers recently appeared before a review panel after their Affirmative Action reports failed to meet legal requirements. He is urging employers to seek training and guidance to improve compliance, warning that continued non-compliance can carry serious consequences.

Employment Equity Commission commissioner Roberto Dirckse says nine employers recently appeared before a review panel after their Affirmative Action reports failed to meet legal requirements. He is urging employers to seek training and guidance to improve compliance, warning that continued non-compliance can carry serious consequences.

Social justice activist Johannes Gasseb addresses the major breakthrough at Okahandja regarding the murder of Ingrid Maasdorp (5) and Roswinds Fabianu. Following the arrest of a suspect (18) during an attempted assault on another child, Gasseb details several missed red flags and critical community efforts.

Namibian netball captain Cornelia Mupenda has signed a two-year contract with Australia’s Peninsula Waves following a remarkable season with the University of Johannesburg and the Debmarine Desert Jewels. As she prepares for a new chapter abroad, Mupenda is encouraging young players to work hard, stay disciplined and never give up on their dreams.