Energy & Mining: ReconAfrica has started production testing at its Kavango West 1X discovery well, aiming to judge commercial oil potential in Namibia’s Damara Fold Belt, while Shell and partners report “most promising” subsurface results at Merlin-1X in PEL 0039. Lithium Push: Andrada Mining says new drilling at Lithium Ridge confirms consistent high-grade lithium mineralisation, with tin and tantalum also present. Local Business & Jobs: Letshego’s employee benefit costs jumped to N$147 million in 2025, and African Aquaculture Company welcomed a first Namibian private investor, Omankete, in a N$40 million offshore salmon farming deal. Trade & Economy: Namibia’s trade deficit widened to N$4.4 billion in April as imports outpaced exports. Governance & Courts: A Mariental councillor was withdrawn hours after swearing-in over alleged unlawful appointment, and activists won damages after an unlawful arrest and detention case. Road Safety Debate: IPC MP Nelson Kalangula slammed speed humps on the B1 Western Bypass as reactive and short-sighted, warning of collision risks and traffic bottlenecks. Environment: Namibia protects only 1.69% of marine territory, far below the 30% “30 by 30” target. Sports: Hardik Pandya is set to miss India’s ODIs vs Afghanistan with a leg strain, while Rohit Sharma has rejoined the squad after fitness clearance.