The Ovadhimba community in the Omusati Region is up in arms as they say that their attempts to be recognised as a traditional authority for more than 30 years have been futile. They want the recognition of their own traditional authority to be approved by the Urban and Rural Development Ministry, as they say, this […]
The Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment Creation has embarked on a countrywide roadshow to educate the public on the newly set minimum wage, which comes into effect early next year. The targeted roadshow took place at Okalongo in the Omusati Region. The Chief Public Relations Officer in the Ministry of Labour, Maria Hedimbi, […]
The cost of climate adaptation and resilience in Africa is estimated to be about US$50 billion annually over the next decade, representing two to three percent of the continent’s GDP. Based on this, the 2023 State of the Climate in Africa Report says there is an urgent need for increased investment in climate adaptation and […]
The number of teenage pregnancies in Namibia is rising at an alarming rate, affecting not only the teenagers but also their parents. Life Skills Teacher Nomlinda Steyn shared some insights on the psychological impact it has on both girls and boys who have to deal with being parents at a young age. More than 15,000 […]
The 7th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and Awards started in Gaborone, Botswana, on Monday, under the theme “Charting a new path forward for intra-Africa Travel, Tourism, and Investment.” The forum aims to generate discussions on tourism and the role of creative and cultural services in Africa to highlight the opportunities and identify challenges and barriers to unlock […]
China’s tech giant, Huawei Technologies, has unveiled the Huawei Namibia ICT Talent Programme for 2024-2025 and the Digital Rural Plus Programme. The initiatives seek to foster inclusion and cultivate talent in the ICT industries in Namibia. President Nangolo Mbumba and an accompanying delegation witnessed the unveiling at the Huawei headquarters outside Beijing on Tuesday. The […]
The International University of Management (IUM) Nkurenkuru campus embraced the notion of inclusivity by allowing a contestant with a child to participate in the beauty pageant, in what is said to be a rare trend in beauty pageantry. At the just-ended IUM Nkurenkuru Cultural Festival, Toini Aikali was crowned Miss IUM Nkurenkuru Campus. A seasoned […]
Wilika Ndilimeke Frai presented a compelling and heartfelt narrative of her journey through chronic illness, struggles with endometriosis, and life-threatening blood clots when she launched her book “Scarred, Not Broken.” This deeply personal account not only highlights her unwavering resilience in balancing a demanding career alongside her health challenges. Frai’s story is a powerful testament […]
The City of Windhoek is facing severe water scarcity, and a 15% water-saving target has been set for all residents in the city. The capital city has been facing drought since July, and the municipality has resorted to enforcing strict water savings measures that came into effect on Sunday. As the water situation in the […]
The National Housing Enterprise (NHE) and the Development Workshop Namibia (DWN) Trust will embark on servicing affordable plots for low-income earners in the informal settlements. The two organisations signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Windhoek. The plots can be paid off over a period of one to two years and will allow the targeted group […]
