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African vocals echo in Germany
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African vocals echo in Germany

Since 13 May, the powerful sounds of African Vocals have been resonating across Germany, captivating audiences with their raw emotion, goosebumps, rich harmonies and soul-stirring performances. Joel Nambuli, the group coordinator, said although they have been exposed to many cities and cannot pinpoint a favourite, some of the highlights were singing in Cologne Cathedral for a midday...

On the spot with Paheja Siririka – Namibia-India: A timeless partnership of growth and global south unity
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On the spot with Paheja Siririka – Namibia-India: A timeless partnership of growth and global south unity

NEW DELHI – Namibia-India relations are marked by deep historical ties, mutual respect and dynamic strategic engagement.  India was among the first countries to champion Namibia’s independence at the United Nations as early as 1946. It hosted Swapo’s first foreign mission in New Delhi in 1986.  New Era’s journalist Paheja Siririka (PS) engaged Namibia’s High...

Luvindao launches guidelines to boost health security 
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Luvindao launches guidelines to boost health security 

Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr Esperance Luvindao hailed the launch of the first edition of the Event-Based Surveillance (EBS) Technical Guidelines, noting that it marks a significant milestone in strengthening Namibia’s health security.  She said the world faces unprecedented public health challenges, like a surge in emerging and re-emerging pathogens, including influenza, viral...

Promoting and enhancing public speaking skills 
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Promoting and enhancing public speaking skills 

Omitanda vya Ruuua (Youth from Oruuua), in collaboration with the Omatako constituency office, recently hosted the third Ovitoto Spelling Bee competition, creating a platform for young Namibians to enhance their public speaking skills.  The contest attracted 21 participants in the 12-14, 15-17, and 18-22 age groups, vying for the best spellers of the day.  “We...

Hatika Centre hosts annual Winter Soup Drive 
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Hatika Centre hosts annual Winter Soup Drive 

As part of its social outreach initiative, the Hatika Adult Education Centre (HAEC) recently hosted a winter soup drive for the underprivileged Goreangab informal settlement community.  The HAEC was established in 2019 to offer language courses to adults and art classes to children. Our vision is to create opportunities for lifelong learners.  The event was...

Namibian changemakers embark on US leadership journey 
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Namibian changemakers embark on US leadership journey 

As part of the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders, sixteen of Namibia’s promising young leaders arrived in the United States for a life-changing experience.  The cohort, which was selected for its dedication to championing change in the communities, is attending academic leadership courses at American colleges for six weeks to sharpen their business...

Cholera ǁōs di khoraǂuisens ge Opuwos !nâ ge ǂan!gâhe
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Cholera ǁōs di khoraǂuisens ge Opuwos !nâ ge ǂan!gâhe

ǂUrusib ministers, Dr Esperance Luvindaos ge  ge ǂhanusise choleras di khoraǂuisensa ge ǂan!gâ, Opuwos, Kunene ǀkharib !nâ ǁgoes tsî ǁîs ǂnamipeb !nâ. ǁNāpa ge a !nurihe ǁkhaisa !nae!khaide xun !nanina a ǀgui omaris dise. Ministers ge mîs ge, !haese nē mâsiba !aruǀî khoraǂuisensa oe-ams ases ministerisa ǀae!khōs !nande ǁnā tsâǀkhāsa !âgu ǀkha sîǂui in !haese...

Butuku bwa Cholera bwa patalazwa mwa Opuwo 
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Butuku bwa Cholera bwa patalazwa mwa Opuwo 

Likwambuyu wa Makete Dr Esperance Luvindao upatalalize simubuso kuzuha kwabutuku bwa Cholera mwa silalanda sa Opuwo mwasikiliti sa Kunene, mi lipiho zesilezi hala zelobapeli neli bihilwe mwandu yeswana.Likwambuyu naize kualabela kwabutuku bwa cholera kungelezi cwalo ni kulumela babeleki ba makete kaputako mwalibaka zetaselizwe kuyofa likalafo, kutatuba butuku nikubeya mihato ya silelezo.  Kutatuba butuku nikulumela lipiho...

Geingos showcases First Lady Tenure documentary
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Geingos showcases First Lady Tenure documentary

Ster Kinekor at Grove Mall in Windhoek was abuzz with smiles, appreciation, reflection, admiration, and laughter as former first lady Monica Geingos premiered her long-awaited documentary, titled “Lead From Where You Are: The Journey of the Office of the First Lady” (2015–2024). The event brought together notable members of the community, with Vice President Lucia...

SA-Nam ties that bind 
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SA-Nam ties that bind 

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and her South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa met on Friday in Pretoria to cement the relation between the two states by discussing issues of cooperation, seeking to advance the interests of both countries through mutual benefit. The two heads of state explored avenues for deepening and expanding bilateral relations, specifically in various...