The youth are the building blocks of a nation and increasingly the backbone of economies, especially in Africa. An investment into youth development is in turn an investment into the future of Namibia. It is, therefore, critical to mainstream youth development into the fabric of the national agenda.
Opinion: Demystifying social security
The International Social Security Association defines social security as “any programme of social protection, established by legislation or any other mandatory arrangement that provides individuals with a degree of income security when faced with contingencies of old age, survivorship, incapacity, disability, unemployment or rearing children”.
Opinion: Covid vaccine regulation, efficacy and safety
The clinical research and manufacturing processes of all vaccines are subject to the oversight of medicines regulatory authorities. Manufacturers are obliged to adhere to set standards in the evidence they provide, which is rigorously evaluated by the medicines regulators.
Letter – Oshindonga as a medium of instruction in Omusati
According to The Language Policy for Schools in Namibia, mother tongue or a predominant local language shall be the medium of instruction (MoI) throughout the Junior Primary Phase (Pre-grade to Grade 3).
Letter – Traditional leaders must lead vaccination campaigns
Since the beginning of the Covid-19 vaccination rollout, authorities in Namibia have been experimenting with communication strategies to address vaccine hesitancy.
Editorial – Confronting the burning issue
In Namibia, shack fires are an everyday occurrence, often leading to death and injuries as well as displacement and damage to property.
On the spot – Walters on sodomy law, outdated Ombudsman Act
Outgoing ombudsman John Walters (65) will bid the civil service goodbye next week after a 17-year stint at the helm of the Office of the Ombudsman. New Era journalist Maria Amakali interviewed him this week on his illustrious tenure and future endeavours.
Know Your Civil Servant – Oskar V Plichta – Aircraft accident investigator Ministry of Works and Transport
Air travel remains one of the safest modes of transportation, thanks to continuous improvements in risk management, technology and pilot training. Yet, things can still go wrong – even in the Namibian air space.
Prison ban delays Fishrot joinder application
The two Fishrot matters were yesterday remanded back to the criminal mentions roll of Windhoek High Court judge Christie Liebenberg on 19 August.
Water policy heralded but lacks implementation
Water minister Calle Schlettwein says although Namibia’s water policy and legislations have been ranked among the best in the world, implementation has been a serious challenge. A great number of Namibian people remain with limited access to water and other basic necessities.
