-Oshana Region has kicked off its vaccination campaign against COVID-19.

-African migratory locusts continue to destroy crops, with the latest outbreak reported in Ongwediva, Oshana Region. Some residents tried to contain the situation by burning tires.

-The Oshana Region has activated its Regional Disaster Risk Management Committee to prepare for the outbreak of locusts, that have invaded some parts of northern regions.

-Oshana Regional Council and the University of Namibia (UNAM) will be cooperating in research and capacity building following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding.

The Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform has deployed officials in the Oshana Region to vaccinate cattle against Foot and Mouth disease.

The Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform has deployed officials in the Oshana Region to vaccinate cattle against Foot and Mouth Disease.

-Many taxi drivers in the Oshana Region reportedly do not wear their face masks, preferring to wear them below the chin.

-Foot and mouth disease (FMD) have been detected in Oshana and Ohangwena regions between 28 December and 6 January this year.

-Oshana Governor Elia Irimari has called on the regional and local authority councillors to address the needs of the people they serve.

-The Namibian Police's presence on the streets and roads in the Oshana Region will be the order of the day during this festive season to ensure the safety of people's lives and to protect properties.