Fisheries & Food Security: Namibia’s marine sector is bracing for fallout after pilchard herpesvirus (PHV) linked to sardine deaths was detected along a reported 2,600km stretch from Henties Bay to South Africa’s Wild Coast, with experts warning of price, economic and ecosystem impacts. Labour & Construction: The Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations says construction-sector security guards must be paid at least the national minimum wage, even if a collective agreement sets lower rates. Public Finance & Integrity: Namibia’s Ministry of Finance says illicit financial flows total about N$16.7bn annually (2021–2022), with tax losses estimated at N$2.7bn over two years, alongside new tax recoveries. AI for Services: Bank of Namibia and CRAN launched a post-sponsorship AI programme to improve public services, procurement and scam reporting, including indigenous-language training. Green Industry & Jobs: SDG Namibia and Enersense Energy Namibia secured US$3.6m for the Dâures Green Fertiliser Project, targeting local renewable-powered fertiliser production and reduced import dependence. Mining Policy: Government opened a mining application window to clear backlogs, while still citing consent and processing delays. Energy Investment: Africa GreenCo added US$11.5m to expand renewable power trading/offtake across Namibia and the region. Skills Pipeline: Namibia’s green hydrogen push faces a persistent skills shortage, with calls for faster training and job-ready technical talent. Procurement Watch: Questions are mounting over the Central Procurement Board’s handling of a N$122m emergency fence tender after a competitive process was cancelled.