Health and Social Services Minister Dr. Kalumbi Shangula has called on the Namibia Medical Society to base their policy-making on reliable, experiential data. Speaking at the annual scientific conference of the Namibia Medical Society in Swakopmund, Dr. Shangula emphasized the vast opportunities for research in Namibia and Africa. However, he noted that local research output […]
High school learners from all 14 regions of Namibia are tackling pedestrian safety at the 14th Annual National MVA Fund Debating Championship in Swakopmund. The four-day event aims to promote road safety awareness, with learners using the platform to showcase their advocacy and critical thinking skills on this important issue. Tugela Sakarias, Debate Coordinator for […]
More than a hundred men gathered in Windhoek for the Shift Men’s Conference, where they engaged in discussions on issues affecting them, including mental and physical health, finances, and spirituality. While women’s empowerment conferences have often made headlines in recent years, there is a growing recognition of the need to create spaces where men can […]
The 7th African Tourism Leadership Forum (ATLF) and awards summit in Botswana’s capital, Gaborone, highlighted key actions needed to improve the tourism industry in Africa. Participants agreed that market, product, people, accessibility, and business support are crucial elements for driving the tourism industry. Lee-Anne Back, a member of the African Tourism Forum Management, stated that […]
Rundu Mayor Gabriel Kanyanga envisions the second most populated town in Namibia as a thriving hub for entrepreneurship and investment. Kanyanga expressed this vision during the second Mayoral Business Forum, which is typically held ahead of the Rundu Annual Trade Fair in October. The mayoral business forum brings together various businesses and stakeholders to foster […]
Otjozondjupa Education Deputy Director, Uerivangera Tjivikua, stated that while the region has achieved success in adult literacy and skills development programs, the initial targeted population has limited access to the program. Tjivikua made this statement during the 32nd International Literacy Week celebrations at the Otjituuo settlement in Okakarara District. As of 2021, the literacy rate […]
Namibia has sent 14 representatives to France to compete in the 47th WorldSkills International Competition. The team consists of seven regions and will participate in various technical and vocational skills competitions. nbc’s Emil Seibeb is in Lyon and caught up with Beatha Shinana, an expert who will be part of the judging panel. Namibia hosted […]
Resettled farmers in Boomlager, Okorukambe Constituency, are grappling with a severe water shortage after their borehole dried up years ago. Residents are forced to travel long distances to fetch water from nearby farms. One farmer, Fridrich Araeb, has been without consistent access to water for nearly ten years. He emphasized that the lack of water […]
Despite the timber harvesting ban being lifted last year, many timber harvesters and carpenters in the Kavango East Region remain unaware of the change. The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism initially imposed the ban in 2018 to curb the unsustainable harvesting of trees. Several timber harvesters and carpenters in Kavango East, who spoke to […]
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