Fuel & mining pressure: Namibia’s Chamber of Mines says rising fuel prices are squeezing operating costs, with transport inflation jumping to 11.5% year-on-year and diesel/petrol up sharply—diesel remains a key input for haulage and logistics. Payments & inclusion: NamPost completed its first Instant Payment Programme transaction and received certification to go live for Government-to-Person payments, paving the way for phased G2P rollouts. Fuel procurement scrutiny: Namcor backs a three-month fuel supply arrangement with Vitol, arguing it’s the most commercially viable option for recovery and aims to reduce premium costs and supply risks. Digital connectivity push: Telecom Namibia signed a pilot commercial agreement with Angola’s GGPEN to move from proof-of-concept to a structured trial using Angosat-2 satellite services. Agribank support for farmers: Agribank and Germany’s DSIK signed a cooperation deal to expand financial inclusion, SME support and resilience for Namibian farmers. Health procurement reform: The Health ministry received its first batch of directly procured medical equipment from manufacturers to cut middlemen delays and improve surgical, critical and neonatal care. Blood shortage warning: NamBTS says reserves are down to just three days and urges donations to avoid delayed emergencies and postponed surgeries. Sports & youth: Cricket Namibia held its awards, while blind football exhibition matches in Windhoek boosted hopes for a national team. Child labour spotlight: Namibia’s Justice ministry warns child labour persists, especially in agriculture and domestic work, and reports cases involving cattle herding and domestic employment. Governance debate: An editorial criticises “shadow advisors” as costly duplication, raising constitutional and budget concerns.