Urban Roads & Mobility: Windhoek says it needs about N$385m a year to maintain its road network, warning potholes are a symptom of deeper damage and urging residents to report defects and avoid practices that worsen deterioration. Sustainable Transport: The city also argues congestion won’t be solved by building more roads alone, calling for safer, reliable public transport and better walking/cycling options. Water Security: NamWater has started the Naute–Keetmanshoop pipeline replacement (N$219.7m) to secure supplies for //Kharas communities. Wildlife & Biodiversity: Namibia translocated 575 wild animals from Etosha to conservation areas, including Kunene communal conservancies, to support ecological balance and reduce human-wildlife conflict. Conservation Under Pressure: The IUCN warns deep-sea mining could push over half of hydrothermal-vent mollusks toward extinction, while the desert rain frog (found only in Namibia and South Africa) is now listed Vulnerable as sand dunes face mining and development. Green Hydrogen & Clean Energy: Namibia’s green hydrogen push has drawn over N$2b in investment, and the Daures Green Hydrogen Village is progressing toward carbon-free fertiliser production. Food Security: Brazil and WFP received a new N$1.97m contribution to strengthen resilient food systems and nutrition in multiple regions. Nuclear Governance: Namibia’s Nuclear Bill consultations continue, with officials noting low public turnout and the need for a modern legal framework. Community Health & Services: Japan-backed Khorixas projects are improving school sanitation and hospital capacity, and Omaheke’s governor urges officials to use upgraded public healthcare facilities. Social Workers Under Strain: Namibia’s welfare ministry says social workers face unsustainable workloads and rising mental strain due to complex child protection cases.