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NEVER AGAIN: A Nation’s cry for justice, A promise to our children
By: Samuel (Shines) Shinedima There exists no pain more profound, nor grief more unbearable, than that endured by a parent forced to lay their child to rest. It is a sorrow that defies comprehension and shatters the very fabric of…
Free Tertiary Education: A Step Towards Equal Opportunity
By: Mavara Martin Shally As a youth advocate, I have always believed in the power of education to transform lives. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s recent announcement to make tertiary education fully subsidised from the 2026 academic year is a monumental step…
US Tariffs Potentially Drive up Inflation, Stymie Economy, and Precipitate Recession
By: Josef Kefas Sheehama Namibia will be susceptible to this financial contagion in the short to medium term, but I disagree with the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Namibia’s assessment that tariffs will have little immediate effect…
A Smarter Way to Build Your Future
By: Natasha Winkler Loans typically have a negative connotation. Most people think of borrowing as a last resort, something to be avoided at all costs. But what if a loan could be more than just a way of funding an…
A Call for Improving Labour Conditions in an Independent Namibia: The Role of Recruitment Agencies and the Need for Reform
By: Hosea Shishiveni Since Namibia gained independence in 1990, it has made significant strides in the realm of labour relations, yet challenges persist, particularly when it comes to the protection of workers’ rights. The issue of exploitation within Namibia’s labour…
Only Flood-Affected Farmers to Receive Drought Relief – Nandi-Ndaitwah
By: Loise Shiimi President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says only individuals whose fields were destroyed by floods will qualify for government drought relief support. Nandi-Ndaitwah was speaking during a visit on Saturday to relocation centers in the Omusati, Oshana, and…
IEA: AI May Be the Hidden Engine of Tomorrow’s Energy Economy
By: Dwight Links The International Energy Agency (IEA) released a report that indicated previously unknown dimensions regarding the role that artificial intelligence can play in the broader energy economies of the world. “Artificial intelligence has the potential to transform…
Tcasava Village Finally Gets Clean Water After 35 Years of Shortage
By: Annakleta Haikera After decades of water scarcity, residents of Tcasava village in the remote Ncamagoro Constituency are celebrating a access to clean and safe water for the first time in over 35 years. Located 70 kilometers off…
Easter Weekend Proves Lucrative for Local Entrepreneurs
By: David Shoombe The Easter weekend is fast becoming one of the most profitable periods for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Namibia, as entrepreneurs take advantage of the increased movement of people and heightened consumer demand. Nelson Daniel, a…
Tse Yaa Kuku Easter Tournament Unites Community Through Football
By: Hee-Dee Walenga The fifth edition of the Tse Yaa Kuku Easter Tournament kicked off on 18 April at Ota Mutala village near Eheke, drawing thousands of spectators and showcasing emerging and experienced football talent. The tournament concluded yesterday. A…