Mobile Services & Transport: Namibia’s NaTIS on Wheels truck was launched in Omatjete, offering eye tests, biometric capture, learner licence testing and vehicle licence renewals at a reported cost of N$4.2m—far cheaper than a permanent centre—with the truck set to move next to Okombahe, Fransfontein and Kamanjab. Telecom & Connectivity: Telecom Namibia expanded subsea and satellite connectivity with Angola through agreements linking SARSSy to the Equiano cable via its Swakopmund landing station, boosting international capacity for Namibia and the west coast. Financial Integrity: Namibia was removed from the FATF Grey List after meeting anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing requirements, a move expected to cut scrutiny and lift investor confidence. Digital Payments & Tax Administration: Bank Windhoek processed live government grant payments on Namibia’s instant payment network, while NamRA extended the ITAS tax filing deadline to end August after technical issues. Road Safety: Namibia Breweries and partners launched a N$200,000 drink-driving assessment and enforcement campaign from July to January, with breathalyser testing at nine checkpoints. Labour & Retail: Furnmart employees will strike nationwide over salary increments and a housing allowance dispute. Energy & Jobs: Namibia and Germany’s green hydrogen push projects up to 37,000 jobs, but warns of a looming skills gap. Petroleum Governance: PM Elijah Ngurare defended the Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Amendment Bill, arguing reforms protect the national interest as MPs debate worker protections. Reparations Diplomacy: Namibia’s leaders joined Ghana’s Next Steps conference on reparatory justice, including plans for global panels on reparations, cultural restitution and legal pathways.