Digital Economy & Governance: Namibia has operationalised its National Public Key Infrastructure, launching DigiNam to enable secure electronic signatures and authentication for digital government services, online banking and e-commerce. Inflation Watch: Simonis Storm says Namibia’s inflation outlook has worsened after August headline inflation hit 5.0%, driven mainly by transport costs and fuel levies, with further pressure expected through 2026. Youth Finance: The NYDF received 13,809 applications, but only N$90.8m of approved funding has been disbursed so far—highlighting a delivery gap. Energy & Commodities: Core Energy expands in Namibia’s uranium space as analysts point to a potential contracting season and firmer term prices. Mining Oversight: Namibia’s mines ministry says 71 inactive licences could be cancelled, citing incomplete paperwork and understaffing backlogs. Agriculture & Climate Risk: Farmers are being urged to cut livestock numbers ahead of El Niño-linked below-normal rainfall to prevent overgrazing and protect grazing and water. Local Government Scrutiny: Windhoek faces questions over a reported N$3.3m delegation cost for Eswatini inter-municipal sports games amid wider service-delivery and funding pressures. Conservation Science: Satellite-tagged vultures from Chizarira have travelled 19,000km across southern Africa, underlining the need for cross-border wildlife protection.