Agri-Industrial Push: UNAM and Katima Mulilo Town Council are discussing a proposed N$26 million agro-processing plant to scale mango and indigenous fruit value chains and cut post-harvest losses. Green Hydrogen & Fertiliser: The Daures Green Hydrogen Village is reviewing progress toward Namibia’s first carbon-free ammonium sulphate fertiliser using green hydrogen, linking clean energy to farming, water security and skills. Water Infrastructure: NamWater has started the Naute–Keetmanshoop pipeline replacement project (about N$219.7m) to strengthen water reliability for //Kharas communities and local industry. Regional Trade & Ports: Namibia and Botswana reaffirmed deeper integration after a Walvis Bay port visit focused on the Botswana Dry Port and the Trans-Kalahari Corridor. Cross-Border Economic Dealmaking: The Namibia–South Africa Bi-National Commission signed seven cooperation instruments covering trade, investment, air services and value-chain development, while the Orange River boundary issue remains unresolved. Retail Competition: A Gauteng High Court ruling clears the way for Shoprite to take over a Midrand centre after Spar failed to renew its lease on time. Food Security Funding: Brazil donated N$1.9m via WFP to strengthen Namibia’s food systems and nutrition across multiple regions. Uranium Drilling Update: Arkle expanded its Erongo uranium reverse circulation drilling programme after early visual logging of carnottite in drill chips. Consumer Safety: Namibia’s NCC flagged a Ford Transit/Tourneo Custom recall affecting vehicles exported into Namibia due to a transmission-related risk. Biodiversity Warning: New IUCN updates highlight deep-sea mining risks to vent-dependent molluscs, adding pressure to Namibia-linked conservation debates. Housing Pressure: A report warns Namibia’s housing crisis is worsening, with 11,000 new shacks yearly and a growing deficit.