Offshore Oil & Energy: QatarEnergy struck encouraging results at the Merlin-1X well in Namibia’s PEL 0039, the tenth well under the licence, boosting confidence in the Orange Basin as more offshore exploration ramps up. Agribusiness & Jobs: Namibia’s first commercially grown bananas are now on shelves after the Etunda trial in Omusati delivered 2.5 tonnes, with plantings expanding to Zambezi and Kavango East. Agriculture Showcase: Over 1,000 people packed Kalkfeld AgriMega Day, highlighting livestock trading and regenerative farming ideas. Housing & Finance: Economists say Namibia’s home-loan debate misses the point—house prices are the driver, not just repayment terms—while MPs push for tighter controls on microlenders’ direct salary deductions. Governance & Procurement: ACC is probing Keetmanshoop Municipality over a reported N$3.4m service deal tied to prepaid electricity meters. ICT & Security: Cable theft and vandalism are repeatedly disrupting telecom services, adding pressure to Namibia’s digital rollout. Water & Infrastructure: NamWater’s new board is urged to fast-track key pipeline and canal projects. Road Safety: A court bid seeks removal of B1 speed humps, reigniting the fight between traffic calming and highway flow. Digital Finance: A fintech/digital development overview flags Namibia’s push to modernise finance to better serve businesses and communities.