-A youth empowerment programme, I Choose, was launched in Windhoek as part of the Global Youth Initiative of the John Maxwell Team.

With an estimated youth population of nearly 50% and an unemployment rate of 30%, a few young people in the //Karas Region remain determined to rise above life's hardships.

Unemployment amongst the youth is a critical issue in Namibia and to address this requires a concerted and joint effort from all stakeholders in the country, Keetmanshoop Mayor Gaudentia Kröhne has said.

-An entrepreneurship development initiative, aimed at addressing youth unemployment was launched at Keetmanshoop.

Young people in Katutura Central are encouraged to let go of laziness, not wait for hand outs and instead seek opportunities.

The Sport, Youth and National Service Minister is urging learners to actively participate in sport.

City of Windhoek's Junior Mayor is urging the youth to abstain from or delay sexual activities.

President Hage Geingob has called on China to engage young people in SADC as part of the new Forum on China-Africa Cooperation initiative.

Youth development is a key priority for the Kunene Region in its efforts to drive economic growth, and broader development in the region.

-Namibia will be hosting the SADC Heads of State and Government Summit next week under the theme, 'Promoting Infrastructure Development and Youth Empowerment for Sustainable Development'.