The African Pathfinder Leaders’ Initiative (APLI) 2025 fellows have begun their fellowship journey, engaging in a series of dynamic knowledge-sharing sessions led by industry professionals. These sessions addressed a variety of subjects, including the transition to skills-based organisations, wellness, market research, public speaking mastery and the significance of achieving emotional debt-freedom. Mechanical engineer Michael Nauta...
Last year, 40 ambitious Namibians embarked on a transformative journey to Lagos, Nigeria to sharpen their banking skills at the Banking School of Excellence through the Access Bank entry-level training programme. After completing the programme, Access Bank warmly welcomed them back to Namibia. The bank expressed pride in the group, highlighting their dedication, perseverance and...
At 21, youth activist Roux-Ché Kahireke has experienced the advantages as well as challenges of engaging young people. She strongly advocates active participation, particularly regarding the youth agenda. Her efforts signify a transition from mere symbolic involvement to authentic influence, underscoring that when empowered, young people can drive policies that resonate with their lived experiences...
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has heeded to the sounds of the St. Peter’s Basilica’s bells that tolled through the silent Vatican City as the world awoke to the sombre news of the passing of Pope Francis. Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church, passed away today in the morning hours. Nandi-Ndaitwah...
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah acknowledged the harsh and challenging reality faced by those displaced by the recent floods, recognising the emotional and physical toll it has taken on individuals and families. Despite these hardships, she called for unity, resilience, and solidarity among the affected communities, urging them to remain hopeful as the government works to provide...
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...
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...
“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...
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...
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...