Following the recognition of sign language as the 12th official language in South Africa earlier this month, Namibians have applauded the move, urging swift action for Namibia to follow suit.
Author: Paheja Siririka (Paheja Siririka)
EIF boosts community-based organisations with N$88m
The Environmental Investment Fund handed over N$88.3 million to 34 community-based organisations in eight landscapes that are threatened by climate change.
Anxiety before parenthood
Women who fall pregnant at a young age do not just have to deal with the stigma but also have to overcome the anxiety of their life changing situation.
Championing gender equality
The Women Deliver Conference 2023 which recently took place in Rwanda, Kigali provided an extraordinary platform for young voices of Namibia to take centre stage, forging a path towards gender equality and breaking barriers.
STIdi !gôab ge ra ǂharo
ǂUrusib di ministeri, Dr Kalumbi Shangulab ge ra mî, !hūb ra ai!gû rase sorosiǁgoeǀhaob !nâ-ū ra ǂhīguhe ǀaegu di ǂharo ra !nae!khaide !nurisa, mî rase !kharu ge koro kurigu !nâs ministeris
Matuku asiozwa aekezeha
Likwambuyu wamakete Kalumbi Shangula ubulela kuli naha izwelapili kufumana kekezo yalipiho zamatuku asiozwa, mi naize mwalilimo liketalizoho zefelile lipiho zelikana 96 000 neli bihilwe mwalipatela zanaha kaufela.
STIs on the rise
Health minister Dr Kalumbi Shangula says the country continues to record an increase of sexually transmitted infections, stating that in the past five years, on average 96 000 cases were reported at healthcare facilities countrywide.
Creating awareness around autism
Izakuje Kamandoora and Ricardo Mbaeva noticed their son walking on his toes and when angry, he would hit his head against the wall.
Youth involvement crucial in peace talks crucial
The African Union (AU) youth ambassador for peace Khouloud Baghouri says young people are the most vulnerable group in the face of the current challenges that Africa is going through including violence and conflict.
Empowering youth through climate talks
Executive chairperson of the National Youth Council Sharonice Busch says over the past few years, Namibia has witnessed the emergence of inspiring youth-led initiatives that are focused on galvanising climate action at both local and national levels.