Author: Paheja Siririka (Paheja Siririka)

Those who worked closely with forensic pathologist Dr Paul Stefan Ludik have lauded him as “one of the greatest”, if not the only pioneer in Namibia’s forensic fraternity, saying he played an instrumental role in the establishment of the local forensic science institute. 

Octogenarian Helena Black’s life was saved by a blood fusion last year after finding herself in hospital – an ordeal that stemmed from her collapsing after experiencing an episode of severe dizziness.

Health minister Dr Kalumbi Shangula has clarified Namibia has not signed any pandemic treaty at the recently concluded World Health Assembly in Switzerland.

The authorities have issued a warning against “space cookies”, which are edible treats containing cannabis or other dangerous substances.

The World Food Programme believes without a doubt that food security, as part of the Sustainable Development Goals is an attainable objective.

Creative Hage Mukwendje treated a group of art enthusiasts to a live painting lesson on Wednesday, while sharing information about the industry, inter alia touching on pricing, inspiration and the duration it takes to paint.

Modestu Fenivamwe, Ester Silas and Hasheni Mandume were recently selected as the top three amateur cooks for the central regional part of the Nedbank Kapana Cook-Off competition and now head to the final slated for Ongwediva during the annual trade fair there on 27 August.

Online violence is real violence, and should be considered a serious emerging human rights challenge. It can take the form of public shaming, doxing, harassment, cyberstalking, intimidation and many others. 

Medical professionals have questioned a decision by the Health Professionals Council of Namibia to exempt doctors who undergo a remedial programme as medical interns, from writing the council examination.