WorldSkills Shanghai: Namibia is sending 17 young competitors to the 48th “Skills Olympics” in China (22–27 September), competing across 16 skills from mechatronics and welding to cooking, fashion technology and water technology. Green Hydrogen for Everyday Life: NUST is working with the Netherlands’ HyCooker on a prototype stove that uses green hydrogen for cleaner cooking, with more lab testing needed before any market rollout. Healthcare Access: Government has spent over N$80m in five years on private MRI referrals for more than 4,000 patients, as the first state-owned MRI facility opens at Windhoek Central Hospital. Liberation Heroes Debate: The state funeral of Helao Joseph Shityuwete at Pioneer’s Park has sparked fresh arguments over whether Heroes’ Acre should have been the resting place, with the family demanding answers about the criteria. National Prayer Day & Violence: President Nandi-Ndaitwah urged a return to values that protect life, while weekend reports included multiple deaths amid calls to end GBV. Youth & Service: Education minister Sanet Steenkamp says Namibia is exploring compulsory national service, alongside the new National Youth Service board taking office. Heritage Week: Namibia kicks off Heritage Week celebrations under a “preserving heritage” theme, spotlighting culture and identity across communities. Doek Literary Festival: Windhoek hosts the Doek Literary Festival (30 Sept–3 Oct) with a focus on analogue storytelling and “History is handmade.” Health Campaign: Keetmanshoop launches a national non-communicable diseases and oral health push, urging regular screenings and early action. Rundu Comedy Revival: A new stand-up comedy push is emerging in Rundu through The Legend Comedy Club, aiming to give local comics a consistent stage. Education Funding Pressure: NSFAF figures show 56,075 applications received, with 38,419 approved, as students continue to complain about delays in non-tuition payments. Women’s Voices: Rachel Kolisi’s keynote in Namibia on motherhood and identity is going viral, urging women to embrace all versions of themselves.