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Tsinghua ICCSD, Global Times Release Report on China’s Green Development
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Tsinghua ICCSD, Global Times Release Report on China’s Green Development

  The Institute of Climate Change and Sustainable Development of Tsinghua University (Tsinghua ICCSD) and Global Times Online (Huanqiu.com) jointly released a research report titled “China’s Green and Low-Carbon Development: Vision and Action” on the afternoon of March 26, 2025. This bilingual thematic report is the first of its kind jointly developed by an academic...

Diplomatic spouses host 3 000 Namibians at annual bazaar
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Diplomatic spouses host 3 000 Namibians at annual bazaar

The Association of Diplomatic Spouses (ADS) in Namibia recently held its annual charity bazaar, which attracted more than 3 000 Namibians to sample a variety of cuisines, and exposed locals to many traditions from around the world.  The event was hosted at the Windhoek International School in the capital, and it raised a whopping N$200...

NTN inspires through God of Women
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NTN inspires through God of Women

“God of Women,” a compelling play created by Sifiso Nyathi and directed by Keamogetsi Joseph Molapong, was performed at the National Theatre of Namibia recently. The production delves into themes of identity, culture and women’s resilience.  More than just a play, “God of Women” functions as an interactive classroom, a societal mirror and a celebration...

Youth encouraged to embrace foreign languages 
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Youth encouraged to embrace foreign languages 

Thrive Vinomaandero Mahua has encouraged the youth to embrace learning foreign languages as it can help them find greener pastures beyond Namibian borders, leading to further studies and job opportunities. Mahua, a graduate in German Studies and Clinical Psychology, founded Thrive’s Tutorials and Services, where she teaches German.  She also runs AfterCare, helping students apply...

PetroFund awards scholarships to NIMT
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PetroFund awards scholarships to NIMT

The Petroleum Training and Education Fund (PetroFund) has recently provided partially-funded Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) scholarships to 13 deserving students at the Namibian Institute of Mining and Technology (NIMT). Mbinao Karukirue Tjipanga, a trainee at NIMT’s Southern Campus in Keetmanshoop, expressed her immense gratitude for this support, saying, “I am thrilled to...

Mootu questions youth job-creation policies
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Mootu questions youth job-creation policies

Utaara Mootu, a Member of Parliament from the Landless People’s Movement, has voiced worries regarding the insufficient inclusive policies to address youth unemployment in Namibia, an issue that persists 35 years post-independence.  She questioned the current regulations, pointing out that they seem to benefit only the elite, leaving numerous young individuals behind. “The Black Economic...

Sport cries for local support
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Sport cries for local support

The spokesperson of the Namibia Sports Commission (NSC), Givean Samulandela, has pleaded with Namibians to aggressively support local sports events the same way they flock in numbers to watch foreign games and matches across borders. Samulandela was speaking at the MTC Branding and Marketing Indaba held in Windhoek last week, dissecting the topic of unpacking...

Geingos places skills’ transfer at centre
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Geingos places skills’ transfer at centre

Paheja Siririka Davis Higiro RWANDA – Former first lady Monica Geingos has stated that her plan post-first lady duty has always been centred around equipping young Africans with pragmatic leadership skills. She was recently appointed as the Founding Chancellor of Kepler College with tasks and responsibilities centred on overseeing academic ceremonies, conferring degrees, and representing...

Gospel artist sings through trials, tribulations
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Gospel artist sings through trials, tribulations

Vezembouwa Ndjipangura Tumuna, popularly known as Dr Zion Prince, has nurtured a deep passion for gospel music since he began performing in choirs at the age of eight in Swakopmund. The artist (26), who grew up in Omaruru, reflects on the difficulties he encountered while trying to share his music, despite having content ready for...

Celebrating beauty, embracing diversity through pageantry
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Celebrating beauty, embracing diversity through pageantry

The Miss Namibia Organisation announced the semi-finalists for both the Miss Namibia and Miss Teen Namibia 2025 pageants on Friday under the theme ‘Celebrating Legacy, Embodying Unity – Consolidating Namibian Beauty’. NBC spokesperson Beaulah Boois-Beukes said the official reveal marked the first major milestone on the road to the prestigious national crowning ceremonies, showcasing the...