Category: Opinion
Opinion: Drought Coping Strategies for Crop Farmers
By: Hanks Saisai The 2023 – 2024 rainy season was characterised by below-average rainfall in many crop-producing regions of Namibia. These conditions have resulted in dire consequences on the food security levels of many households in rural settings and Namibia…
Opinion: Africa: A Farm, a Mine, and a Factory
By: Ludorf Iyambo Sometimes, I find myself deeply emotional about the state of Africa and its citizens. It feels like a curse to be truly awake, to understand how the world operates. Once you gain that awareness, you start…
Unconventional Thoughts: Can We Attribute Suicide and Mental Issues to the Economy? … also, can we stop telling men to cry, men need to work
By: Kandjengo kaMkwaanyoka These days, we are doing all sorts of things in the name of raising awareness about suicide and mental health, but I haven’t seen much action in addressing or exposing the root causes. We…
Opinion: Starlink’s Debut Offers Opportunities and Drawbacks for Local Businesses and the Economy
By: Josef Kefas Sheehama Although Namibia seems stuck with underdevelopment in many sectors, there are opportunities for the country to industrialise, pursue inclusive growth, and draw in investment by utilising technological advancements. Recent news about Startlink’s potential operating…
Opinion: Rainfall Alone Cannot Guarantee Optimal Rangeland Recovery
By: Erastus Ngaruka A rangeland refers to land inhabited by native plants (grass, forbs, shrubs and trees) and utilised by domestic and wild animals. Rangelands offer direct or indirect support to all forms of life and are the cheapest…
Unconventional Thoughts: The Price of Relentless Pursuit of Growth
By: KandjengokaMkwaanyoka As an aspiring economic researcher, I once believed that African economies should take full ownership of their resources and have the confidence to determine how and by whom they are extracted. But I have since come…
Opinion: Severance Pay and Government Employees
By: John Saunderson Severance payment to employees is regulated under Section 35 (1) of the Labour Act, 11 of 2007 (“the Act”). The Act sets out three specific instances when an employer must pay severance pay to…
Opinion: Maximise Your Earnings from the Upcoming Tax Relief
By: Julia Mukusuka As October approaches, bringing both the month of savings and the anticipated 2024 tax relief, Namibian households are set to enjoy much-needed financial relief. This not only eases household budgets but also creates opportunities for…
Opinion: True Inflation and Inequality
By: Tannan Groenewald More often than not, the ‘true’ inflation rate experienced by urban and wealthier populations is lower than the reported headline inflation rate, while being higher for rural and poorer populations. The Namibia Household Income and Expenditure Survey…
Opinion: Understanding the Role of Leadership in NGOs
By: Anelie Petrus I attended the NGO Capacity Training at the American Center, U.S. Embassy, Namibia from 9 -13 September 2024. This training was very impactful and very important for us as an NGO. Through this training, we learned…