The Landless People’s Movement (LPM) has criticized the ballot printing process for Namibia's upcoming elections, alleging a lack of transparency and procedural flaws. Ivan Skrywer, representing LPM, claims that the process was conducted without proper observation, preventing the party from verifying and placing their seal on the ballot documents. The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) announced the completion of the ballot paper production but has not yet responded to LPM's allegations. The situation raises concerns about the integrity of the electoral process.

Namibia's Mines and Energy Minister, Tom Alweendo, emphasizes the need for the electricity sector to balance costs to ensure affordability for citizens. Despite efforts for universal electricity access, many connected households struggle with high tariffs. Alweendo highlights the financial challenges faced by local authorities and NamPower, urging the use of AI and geographic data to optimize electrification efforts. Otjozondjupa governor James Uerikua and ECB chief executive Robert Kahimise stress the importance of collaboration and AI's role in improving electricity regulation and affordability.

The Namibia Statistics Agency has announced the release of the 2023 Labour Force Thematic report, scheduled for 29 January 2025. This report, based on the 2023 housing and population census, will be published as a separate thematic report, similar to previous thematic reports.

The Business and Intellectual Property Authority (Bipa) and the Namibia Public Workers Union (Napwu) have agreed on a 5% wage increase for Napwu members, effective from 1 April. This agreement builds on a previous agreement from 2019. Napwu's deputy general secretary, Mathew Ndeshikeya, emphasized the importance of maintaining high work standards, while Bipa's acting chief executive, Ainna Kaundu, highlighted the organization's commitment to a positive work environment. Bipa, a non-commercial public enterprise, employs 116 staff and operates under the Bipa Act.

A new N$15-million police station was inaugurated in Kavango West by Safety and Security Minister Albert Kawana. The facility, completed in June 2024, includes administrative offices, residential barracks, and other amenities. Kawana emphasized the government's commitment to infrastructure development despite limited resources and highlighted the station's role in addressing prevalent crimes like stock theft. He urged community cooperation with law enforcement and called for police officers to view their roles as a calling.

PSG Wealth Namibia has launched 'Windows of Wealth', a talk show featuring interviews with influential Namibian leaders, aiming to inspire and empower viewers by sharing personal and professional journeys. The show highlights the challenges and triumphs of its guests, offering motivational stories and practical wisdom. Notable figures like Gys Joubert and Iipumbu Shiimi have shared their experiences, emphasizing resilience and determination as keys to success. The series is available on PSG Wealth Namibia's YouTube channel.

The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM), led by McHenry Venaani, protested against the Electoral Commission of Namibia's (ECN) decision to award a ballot printing tender to Ren-Form, a Johannesburg-based company embroiled in corruption scandals in Zimbabwe. Venaani submitted a petition demanding the tender's cancellation and called for an independent investigation into the ECN's procurement process. He emphasized the need for rigorous due diligence and anti-corruption measures in future contracts to safeguard democratic processes.

Cattle marketing in Namibia experienced a 1.5% growth in the third quarter of 2024, driven by a 23.3% increase in throughput at export-approved abattoirs. Despite this growth, local weaner demand from South African feedlots declined, leading to a 7.7% drop in live animal exports. Year-on-year livestock prices faced downward pressure, with weaner prices south of the redline averaging N$24.64/kg, a 4.7% decrease from 2023. Beef exports rose by 60.8% in the first two months of the quarter, with the EU absorbing 50.2% of exports. Meanwhile, beef imports saw a slight decline, indicating reduced local offal availability.

The Namibian government plans to use potential income from oil and gas discoveries to purchase a 24% stake in the Hyphen Hydrogen Energy green hydrogen project. Green hydrogen commissioner James Mnyupe discussed this strategy at the South African Green Hydrogen Summit in Cape Town. Critics like Herbert Jauch from the Economic Social Justice Trust question the decision due to a lack of transparency and the project's unproven status. Cons Karamata of the Economic Association of Namibia and Angelique Bock from Simonis Storm Securities highlighted the need for a balanced approach to investing in new industries while addressing immediate social and economic needs. President Hage Geingob, speaking at the Namibia-EU business summit in Brussels, emphasized Namibia's commitment to becoming a renewable energy hub and partnering with the EU to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.

President Nangolo Mbumba has urged law enforcement agencies to intensify their efforts to ensure a crime-free Easter weekend, emphasizing the importance of compassion, sacrifice, and care among citizens. He called for safe driving and respect towards law enforcement officers, wishing the Christian community a happy and safe Easter.