Namibia should adopt a human rights approach that prioritises the needs of its citizens to effectively address challenges like unemployment, poverty, and inequality. Speaking at a capacity-strengthening workshop in Windhoek, social justice activist Herbert Jauch outlined that this will require reforming and restructuring policies to ensure that communities have a voice and that national resources […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is making its way into African newsrooms, sparking both excitement and concern. AI tools are being used to automate routine tasks like news writing, data analysis, and even anchoring, allowing for faster news production. SADC non-governmental organisations, media institutions, and professionals are gathered in Windhoek, debating the impact of AI on journalism, […]
A plastic surgery campaign under the Namibian Medical Outreach Services is in progress at the Walvis Bay District hospital. The initiative is aimed at enhancing access to health care and addressing specific medical needs within the community. The campaign, which started on Monday, will ensure that patients receive plastic surgery until 11 October. Dr. Ali […]
Villagers at Mateke in the Kavango East Region need potable water. The villagers claim that their lives are at risk due to human-wildlife conflict. The villagers say they walk about five kilometres to fetch water and are prone to being attacked by crocodiles. According to the villagers in 2018, Mudiro, an NGO, connected water pipes […]
Deputy Prime Minister John Mutorwa said Namibians are at liberty to celebrate their cultural festivals without undermining other tribes and their cultures. Mutorwa thanked the Mafwe Traditional Authority for always hosting the Lusata Annual Cultural Festival and educating young people on their imperative. The festival was also attended by people from Botswana and Zambia. The […]
Mafwe Litunga George Simasiku Mamili, the VII, says the Lusata annual festival is the pride of the community and unity in diversity. Litunga Mamili was speaking at the Mafwe Lusata annual cultural festival at Chinchimane in the Sibbinda Constituency. The Lusata festival commemorated since 1981 is a reflection of togetherness among the Mafwe community, where […]
A significant portion of Namibians are hesitant to invest, and many who can invest avoid taking risks. This is contained in the 2023 Old Mutual Financial Services Monitor (OMFSM) availed to Nampa on Monday, which indicates that 37% of Namibians are unwilling to engage in any investment risks. This cautious approach is particularly common among […]
