WELCOME BACK … Members of parliament are in high spirits as they reunite following a recess that began last November. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is officially opening the 2026 session, where she will address both parliamentarians and the nation. Video: Martin Endjala | The Namibian

HERO’S MEMORIAL: Former president Nangolo Mbumba has arrived at the state memorial service of the late former Namibian Defence Force chief, Lieutenant General Solomon Hawala, a declared national hero. The service is taking place at his residence in Ohakweenyanga village, Oshana region. Dignitaries, former combatants, and members of the public are streaming into the venue, while President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and her delegation are expected to arrive shortly. UPDATE AND PHOTOS: TUYEIMO HAIDULA

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on party leaders and elected representatives to translate recent electoral victories into tangible improvements in the lives of Namibians. She said this during the official opening of the Swapo Party Central Committee meeting in Windhoek today. President Nandi-Ndaitwah also warned newly elected councillors that service delivery will be closely monitored, stressing that leadership positions are about serving the people and not holding titles. Dr Nandi-N