With an overwhelming response of more than 900 applications in 2023, the Old Mutual Foundation strategically approached the 2024 edition differently when they launched this year’s Chair and Desk Initiative to enhance the country›s educational infrastructure.
Author: Paheja Siririka (Paheja Siririka)
Gamifying education… an innovation hub making education fun
Learners are not performing poorly in schools today due to them not being smart, “they are failing today because they are not challenged enough,” says game designer Tutaleni Ilonga.
Push for robust GBV awareness
A concerned community member from the Okuryangava informal settlement says most of the violent incidents in their community are avoidable.
The line between respect and imposing traditional expectations can be unclear.
The Association of Diplomatic Spouses (ADS) held its Diplomatic International Food and Craft Bazaar at the Namibia University of Science and Technology’s Hotel School, with proceeds going to gifted students pursuing their academic careers.
Role of pageantry in addressing social ills
There are conflicting views about the role of beauty pageants in general, with some people arguing that there is too much objectification of women and trying to create a narrative on the “standards” of what beauty is.
Unhealthy lifestyles increase risk of hypertension
An estimated 1.28 billion adults, aged 30-79 years, worldwide have hypertension, most of whom live in low- and middle-income countries, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).
Namibia mourns immaculate Rademeyer
The late Ronelle Rademeyer (56) has been lauded for her immense contribution to the media industry, chiefly for forming part of the team that revised the current code of ethics, which paved the way for Namibia’s self-regulated press.
#BeFree cook-off: Enhancing personal, professional growth
Taking part in the #BeFree Cook-off Competition was more than just a test of culinary skills for Paavo Nepaka.
Celebrating 10 years of culinary entrepreneurship
Nedbank Namibia’s head of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) Sam Ikela last weekend reaffirmed that SMEs are crucial accelerators of Namibia’s economic growth.
Simply You awards slated for September
The sixth edition of the Simply You Magazine Lifestyle and Fashion Awards (SYMLAFA) is slated for September 2024 at the Nampower Convention Centre, themed ‘Circa 2080, Futuristic’.