The allure of the African Union Media Fellowship (AUMF) is irresistible. It promises a unique opportunity to delve deeper into the continent’s narratives, challenge stereotypes, and amplify voices often unheard. As a journalist with a burning passion for telling authentic African stories, I could not resist the call. Despite landing a coveted position at an...
The Namibia Youth Energy Forum (NYEF) is pleased to announce the appointment of two distinguished leaders to its advisory board. Miguel Hamutenya was appointed as the chairperson, while Gisela Sebastião was appointed as the vice chairperson. These appointments mark a significant milestone in NYEF’s mission to empower Namibian youth, and drive sustainable energy initiatives. Hamutenya...
Sanlam Namibia’s Vision for Change initiative, launched five years ago, continues to provide free vision screenings and prescription glasses to learners in need. Last week, the mission reached a milestone in Mariental, where 288 learners received much-needed glasses at a special handover ceremony at the Teachers’ Resource Hall. Geziah Coetzee, a top-performing student at WJD...
Kaningandu was chopping firewood when a chip shot into his left eye. Soon, he covered his left eye with a loop of leaves to soothe the burning pain. His misfortune did not, however, stop the moon-size-eyed Kasukona from falling in love with him. The girl’s nephews blamed Kaningandu for confusing her with the use of...
Over 200 young leaders from seven Southern African Development Community (Sadc) countries are gathered in the majestic Victoria Falls to celebrate World Children’s Day 2024. The event, which runs from 5 to 17 November, is themed ‘Inclusive, Relevant and Quality Education’. This year’s celebration marks a milestone. Malawi, Mozambique and South Africa have joined Botswana,...
European and Asian stock markets slid yesterday on worries of a possible trade war between China and the United States when Donald Trump takes over as president, analysts said. Chinese stocks were already under pressure from disappointment about Beijing’s lack of extra measures to boost China’s stuttering economy. The sell-off came despite another record close...
Workforce Staffing Namibia, a leading provider of specialised workforce solutions, is bolstering its operations to address the growing needs of the country’s burgeoning oil and gas, renewables, green hydrogen, mining and construction sectors. These sectors are driving unprecedented demand for skilled and semi-skilled labour. In a statement issued yesterday, Workforce Staffing Namibia noted it has...
The Africa Energy Chamber recently announced Munolwisho Elizabeth Ipangelwa, Green Hydrogen advisor at GIZ, as one of this year’s 25 Under 40 Energy Women Rising Stars. This accolade celebrates her commitment to advancing gender inclusivity in Namibia’s oil, gas and green hydrogen sectors, making her an anchor of hope for women and young professionals in...
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) has appointed Dr Andreas Elombo as director of the Namibia Energy Institute (NEI). The NEI, housed at Nust, is dedicated to energy research, education and training as well as addressing domestic and regional energy challenges. In this vein, the institute is set to become a national energy...
Employers and female employees had conflicting reactions to the article supporting menstruation leave a few weeks ago. Menstruation leave may seem ideal on paper, but it is challenging to administer and monitor. This kind of leave is complicated, involves many facets, and is greeted with societal opposition and unconscious bias. Therefore, to prevent abuse, the...