Food & Jobs: A Namibian food scientist in Ongwediva is turning raw produce into higher-value products to create jobs, strengthen food security and cut import reliance. Mining Policy: Former mines minister Tom Alweendo says Namibia must publish a clear, measurable implementation plan for its new China mineral agreements—moving from diplomatic wording to industrial targets, processing stages and skills plans. Agriculture Skills Transfer: FAO’s China South-South programme has brought five new Chinese agricultural experts to Namibia, boosting training and technology transfer across aquaculture, horticulture, livestock, seed production and soil fertility. Digital Health: OnCall launched OnCall Go, a WhatsApp-based service for 24/7 remote medical advice aimed at reducing travel and wait times in remote areas. Transport Tech: E-Taxi Namibia was launched in Windhoek, using local tech to offer safer, app-based ride-hailing with shared or private trips. Public Sector Governance: MTC scored a perfect 20/20 in IJG’s 2026 public enterprise governance ranking, highlighting strong reporting, profitability and stable leadership. Biodiversity Watch: The desert rain frog has been added to the IUCN Red List after pet-trade fame and habitat disruption from future mining and energy projects. Education & Skills: At Katima Mulilo, nursing students agreed to pay tuition fees with cattle—helping rural learners access training when cash is scarce. Regional Trade: Cabinet approved the Walvis Bay–Ndola–Lubumbashi corridor committee headquarters agreement to improve access for landlocked countries and boost cross-border trade.