Introduction The recent election of Donald Trump as the president of the United States has sparked mixed reactions worldwide. With a leadership style that previously prioritised an “America First” agenda, Trump’s policies could bring both opportunities and challenges for Africa. For Namibia, a country reliant on international trade, foreign aid and diplomatic support, Trump’s return as the...
The allure of the African Union Media Fellowship (AUMF) is irresistible. It promises a unique opportunity to delve deeper into the continent’s narratives, challenge stereotypes, and amplify voices often unheard. As a journalist with a burning passion for telling authentic African stories, I could not resist the call. Despite landing a coveted position at an...
European and Asian stock markets slid yesterday on worries of a possible trade war between China and the United States when Donald Trump takes over as president, analysts said. Chinese stocks were already under pressure from disappointment about Beijing’s lack of extra measures to boost China’s stuttering economy. The sell-off came despite another record close...
Employers and female employees had conflicting reactions to the article supporting menstruation leave a few weeks ago. Menstruation leave may seem ideal on paper, but it is challenging to administer and monitor. This kind of leave is complicated, involves many facets, and is greeted with societal opposition and unconscious bias. Therefore, to prevent abuse, the...
COMMUNITY service is critical for any university, its employees, students and external stakeholders. For a university to remain relevant and impactful, it must continue to engage in authentic community service. Institutions of higher learning should engage in community service within their ecosystems to address local and global challenges while providing rich, real-time learning experiences for...
Zebaldt Ngaruka The president of the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM), McHenry Venaani, is concerned about the increase in the incidents of stock theft and water scarcity, specifically in the Omaheke region. Venaani said this at a recent PDM rally in Gobabis. He said once elected into power, his government will be committed to addressing these...
Rudolf Gaiseb The United People’s Movement (UPM) has incorporated members of the People’s Liberation Army of Namibia (Plan) and the former South West African Territorial Force (Swatf) into its parliamentary roster. This is in an effort of what it calls a groundbreaking move toward national reconciliation and unity. The individuals added to this list are...
Iuze Mukube Acting regional magistrate Ingrid Unengu sent Abiatar Ismael Akawa to prison for 15 years on the charges of murder and discharging a firearm. The sentence was handed down at the Windhoek Regional Court on Friday. On the count of murder, Akawa (42) was sentenced to 20 years with five years conditionally suspended.On discharging...
Zebaldt Ngaruka The deputy minister of Urban and Rural Development Evelyn Nawases-Taeyele said the responsibility for building Otjinene does not solely lie on the shoulders of the village council, but residents should also do their part. Speaking during the recent 10th anniversary celebration of Otjinene Village Council, Nawases-Taeyele said residents have an important role to...
BEIRUT – Israel launched at least 10 air strikes on south Beirut yesterday morning, Lebanese state media said, shortly after Israel’s army urged residents of several neighbourhoods to evacuate the Hezbollah bastion. “Israeli warplanes launched a very violent 10th strike on Beirut’s southern suburbs,” the official National News Agency (NNA) repor ted. AFPTV footage showed...