AGP Executive Report
Last update: 31 minutes ago| Animal Health: Foot-and-mouth disease has spread to Zambezi, following 17 infected farms in | Kharas. The veterinary service underspent its budget by N$13.1 million last year, drawing criticism as the outbreak threatens farmers and exports. Early Learning: Just 17% of children in Kunene can access early-childhood centres, below Namibia’s 24% average, prompting calls for greater investment and support for parents and educators. Public Spending: An audit found N$250 million in child grants went to 32,890 people aged 19 to 21, while duplicate claims cost another N$28.8 million. Healthcare: A new N$80 million diagnostic centre in Ongwediva will bring specialised services closer to patients in the north and offer free breast screenings this month. Genocide Declaration: Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has urged Namibians to unite on the contested declaration as Germany’s parliament prepares to debate the issue. Digital Government: Cabinet has directed officials to develop an AI policy for the public service, with data protection and cybersecurity among the stated priorities. Wildlife: A photograph taken in Namibia’s Huab River Valley of an elephant carrying its dead calf has won the 2026 Wildlife Photographer of the Year award. |
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