Namibia–China Push: Vice President Lucia Witbooi urged stronger Namibia–China investment ties that create jobs, boost local value addition and transfer technology, pointing to cooperation in trade, agriculture, green energy and digital transformation. Child Protection Reform: Namibia’s Child Care and Protection Act now lets mothers in crisis safely abandon a newborn at approved places (like police stations, hospitals or schools) without criminal charges if strict conditions are met. Telecom Under Pressure: Telecom Namibia admitted broadband and mobile disruptions are linked to infrastructure and system faults after CRAN summoned it over recurring failures. Court Watch: The High Court heard arguments on the Ovaherero “Paramount Chief” dispute, focusing on whether there was urgency to elect a new chief and the need for a transitional committee. Infrastructure Update: Ondangwa Stadium construction has moved into phases two and three, with access roads, ablutions and grandstands progressing and a new contractor approved. Governance: Minister Veikko Nekundi ordered suspended TransNamib executives back to work after property mismanagement allegations. Environment & Health: Namibia launched a major conservation financing push for over 20 million hectares and also flagged rising reliance on expatriate nurses in rural hospitals.