Category: Opinion
From the Mine to the Macro: Why My Seat on this UNIDO Jury is a Testament to Africa’s Sustainable Future
By: Zenzi N Awases For as long as I can remember, I have been a builder. As a geologist, I learned to read the story of the earth, written in rock layers and mineral deposits. But I soon realized that…
Balancing Access, Autonomy, and Financial Responsibility
By: John Steytler The launch of the recent Fin Fit survey on how government employees view the Payroll Deduction Management System (PDMS) is about more than just collecting statistics. The data should give us pause to reflect on what…
Dear Namibian Tourism Brands
By: Cornelia Nel Dear Namibian Tourism Brands, Your sunsets are perfect. Your dunes are cinematic. Your guesthouse is gorgeous. But let’s talk about the gold mine you’re not tapping into — and no, it’s not just your view…It’s your story….
Someone Once Asked Me: “How Old Is Your Latest Qualification?”
By: Pamela D. Nyakabau At first, I chuckled – as I do with most questions that make me uncomfortable. Because my instinctive answer was: “Old enough to pay bills, thank you very much.” But the question wasn’t really about…
IUM Donates N$8.5 million in Medical Equipment and Five Professors to MoHSS
By: Stephanus Pombili The International University of Management (IUM) continues to live up to its slogan of “The People’s University.” Once again, the institution has proven its commitment to national development, this time by donating medical equipment worth N$8.5 million…
IUM: Changing Lives and Developing Human Capital for Namibia’s Socio-Economic Growth
By: Stephanus Pombili The International University of Management (IUM) has emerged as one of Namibia’s most transformative educational institutions, playing a pivotal role in changing lives and developing human capital across the country. Since its establishment in…
The Economics of Road Infrastructure and Economic Growth
By: Kandjengo kaMkwaanyoka and Thokozani Saulosi One issue that continues to prevail in various African countries, including Namibia and Malawi, is the persistent assumption that constructing roads automatically translates into higher economic growth. While it would make sense…
How The 8th Administration Can Create Jobs And Prosperity For The Nation
By: Daniel Hooft On the 23rd and 24th of October, Her Excellency the President will host Namibia’s inaugural Public-Private Forum. The desired outcome is to formulate and implement policies that accelerate economic activity and job creation. Almost two…
IUM: The Best University in Namibia – A University of the People, by the People
By: Stephanus Pombili The International University of Management (IUM) stands tall today as Namibia’s most progressive, people-driven, and transformative institution of higher learning. Founded in 1994 by Professor David Namwandi with a single student in a humble kitchen classroom,…
Retirement Administrators and Why They Matter
By: Kaarina Nambinga In Namibia, retirement planning is increasingly important. With the cost of living going up, individuals living longer, and the current economic difficulties, it’s crucial to ensure your future is financially protected. A very significant part…