Month: January 2025

In my last article on the family, I wrote about the protection and the joy children bring into our lives and the potential they have of deepening one’s relationship with the world.  On the other hand, it has been said before, that “the way a society treats its children is a reflection of the dynamics...

Namibia, our country of stark desert sand dunes and a breathtaking coastline where the desert meets the ocean, inhabited by a diverse tapestry of cultures, stands on the verge of a remarkable future if we manage risk and exploit our opportunities.  Thinking futuristic about 2090, our country can emerge not just as a country of...

Reading a headline in a government newspaper titled “Real Men Do Cry” has left me with no choice but to speak out, as this topic requires serious discussion and attention in our country.  As a man, this issue is not a small matter – it is serious, and affects men across all corners of Namibia....

The reported data breach incident at Telecom Namibia in December 2024, followed by the recent armed robbery and unfortunate loss of life at Namdia’s headquarters in Windhoek, raises concerns over the significance and perceptions of security functions at major firms in the country. The key question here is, do Namibian companies consider security as a...

Local authorities in Namibia are tasked with providing essential services such as water and electricity to residents.  However, a troubling trend has emerged: many local authorities prioritise non-essential expenditure like allowances and sitting fees for councillors while neglecting to pay service providers. This raises urgent concerns about governance, accountability, and the sustainability of public service...