Namibia-Russia nuclear talk under scrutiny: A new analysis questions whether Russia’s uranium partnership promises real economic value for Namibia and Tanzania—or is mostly a mirage, pointing to lopsided trade and Russia’s limited buying from Africa. Public health integrity push: President Nandi-Ndaitwah has ordered NCIS background checks on about 360 health ministry officials after fraud and tender-rigging allegations at Central Medical Stores. Procurement and governance: FNB Namibia met CPBN to discuss streamlining performance guarantees for public contracts, while in Keetmanshoop an ex-mayor alleges LPM pressure over a water meter tender. Digital fraud update: TransUnion reports Namibia’s suspected digital fraud rate is below the global average, but scam losses still hit consumers hard. Payments modernisation: Instant Payments Namibia unveiled WayaMe, its consumer brand for instant payments. City of Windhoek smart city: Windhoek launched a 10-year people-centred smart city strategy, including fibre, digital governance and improved transport. Energy and mining: NamPower will inaugurate Africa’s first fully digital substation at Sekelduin; mining remains cautiously optimistic despite rising fuel costs. SME support: A new SME Fund offers grants of N$50,000–N$100,000, with applications open until 24 July.