AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours ago| Critical Minerals Push: Namibia’s president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah tells foreign investors to build processing plants at home, warning against “briefcase business” that exports raw minerals and brings back finished goods. FMD Shock to Livestock Trade: Namibia confirmed foot-and-mouth disease in the | Kharas region, triggering strict bans on moving animals and meat products; Meatco says surveillance shows cases are still confined to Karasburg while a 14-day incubation period runs. Health Sector Update: The Health Ministry says it will announce an agreement on the employment and placement of medical interns in the first week of October, after MPs raised concerns about absorption capacity and funding. Budget Accountability Drive: Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah calls for stronger institutional frameworks and a culture of accountability as Namibia transitions to outcome-based budgeting. International Diplomacy: Namibia’s Universal Periodic Review outcome was adopted by consensus, with the country supporting most recommendations. Ocean and Development Rights: Nandi-Ndaitwah urges stronger global action on the Right to Development and ocean protection at the UN General Assembly. Sports (Regional): Uganda’s She Cranes won the Africa Netball Cup title, while Namibia’s netball team settled for bronze after a 50-45 loss to Malawi. |
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