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Namibia’s Affirmative Action (Employment) Act, 1998, was enacted as a corrective response to the structural injustices imposed by colonialism and apartheid.  Its primary objective, as stated in section 3 of the Act, is to achieve equal opportunity in employment and to eliminate discrimination against designated groups, including women and previously disadvantaged persons.  At the time...

Infertility and subfertility among couples have increased significantly over the past few decades, and every day, more couples find themselves facing challenges in trying to conceive. Yet despite how common this condition has become, infertility remains poorly understood and deeply stigmatised in many of our communities. In many traditional African societies, when a couple struggles...

A recent article suggested that recruiters focus primarily on candidates who speak good English. It sparked conversation, frustration, and in some cases, quiet confirmation of what many job seekers already believe.It’s also important to acknowledge that perception matters.  If candidates believe fluency is the main gatekeeper to opportunity, we must address that perception honestly.In my...

Namibia has achieved growth and stability, but without strong local industries, we remain dependent, and that dependency comes at a cost. Namibia is a nation rich in land, resources, and human potential, yet we remain heavily dependent on goods produced elsewhere. From food and clothing to construction materials and basic manufactured products, much of what...

The conclusion of the India–European Union Free Trade Agreement (India–EU FTA) marks a historic milestone in India’s global economic engagement and signals the emergence of a new era of trusted, forward-looking trade partnerships. It is not only a milestone in relations between two major economic powers, but also a signal of India’s growing role as...