Windhoek:Cabinet has given the green light for a total allowable catch (TAC) of 116,000 metric tonnes of hake for the 2026/27 fishing season, as announced by Minister of Information and Communication Technology Emma Theofelus on Tuesday.

According to NAMPA, the decision was among several made during the 34th and 35th Cabinet meetings held on 13 and 27 October 2026, respectively. In addition to the hake quota, a TAC of 180 metric tonnes for rock lobster has also been approved for the same fishing period.

Cabinet has further endorsed a memorandum of understanding with Angola, focusing on fisheries and aquaculture. This agreement will cover the collection and exchange of information, human resource development, and joint monitoring, control, and surveillance of fisheries and aquaculture activities. Additionally, the draft National Ethics and Anti-Corruption Policy has been approved, which aims to combat corruption through transparency, accountability, and ethical practices. Public institutions are directed to incorporate the policy's strategic objectives into their plans.

Another significant approval includes the revised National Broadband Policy for 2026 to 2031, which aims to address broadband access disparities, affordability, and the digital skills gap. The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology is tasked with implementing the policy with relevant stakeholders.

Moreover, the Cabinet has approved the 2026-2035 National Strategy on Tree Planting, aiming to plant one million trees by 2030 and two million by 2035. Progress towards implementing electronic identity documents was noted, with the launch postponed to finalize related regulations.

In principle, the draft Combating of Narcotic Psychoactive Drugs and Substances Bill of 2026 has been approved, allowing for a 60-day public and stakeholder consultation period.