Rudolf Gaiseb Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda in Parliament last Tuesday gave notice that lawmakers debate Namibia’s potential withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC). Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger recently announced their immediate withdrawal from the ICC, labelling it an “instrument of neo-colonialist repression”, the British Broadcasting Corporation revealed. The three military-led countries issued...
Hilma Nalupe Ugandan digital security expert Andrew Gole has arrived in Namibia on Wednesday evening after completing a solo motorcycle journey across Africa under the #RoadToDigitalSafety campaign. His trip, covering more than 13 000 kilometres through ten countries, raises awareness about internet freedom and the need to protect vulnerable communities online. Gole’s arrival coincided with...
Kaviveterue Virere The finance ministry, in collaboration with the Financial Literacy Initiative (FLI) and the Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF), yesterday launched the ‘RetireWise’ booklet. The practical guide is designed to help Namibians plan for a financially secure and dignified retirement. The book was launched on 25 September 2025.Speaking at the event, finance minister Ericah...
Social media is a powerful tool for connecting with others, sharing information and participating in conversations about daily social life, hobbies and interests. It serves as a platform where what you post is accessible to a wide range of people, many of whom may not share your views on specific issues, including firearms. Therefore, one...
Lahja Nashuuta The Robben Island Museum in South Africa is set to unveil a life-size statue of the late Namibian liberation icon Andimba Toivo yaToivo during the reunion of former political prisoners this Saturday, 27 September. The statue will be placed at the historic Robben Island prison, where Ya Toivo was incarcerated for 16 years...
Lahja Nashuuta Festus Uugwagwa Abiatar, known to his peers as ‘Fessy, is far more than just a civil servant behind a desk. As an administrative control officer in the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security (MHAISS), he plays a pivotal role in ensuring Namibians enjoy one of their most fundamental rights – legal...
Dr. David N. Emvula Infertility is a medical condition, not a lifestyle choice. Categorised by the World Health Organisation under the ICD-10, alongside cancer, diabetes, and HIV/AIDS, it affects millions worldwide. However, in Namibia, couples facing infertility are left to manage on their own: public healthcare and private insurance do not cover infertility treatments. This...
On 15 September 2025, public consultations on the Teaching Profession Bill began in the Khomas region, with the process expected to conclude on 17 October. This critical step follows recommendations from the 2022 National Education Conference. The proposed Teaching Profession Bill aims to establish the Teaching Profession Council of Namibia. This council will be responsible...
Iuze Mukube The trial of a man accused of allegedly stabbing his estranged wife multiple times with a pair of scissors was on Tuesday postponed to November in the Windhoek High Court. Deputy Judge President Hannelie Prinsloo confirmed the dates for the trial of Robert Marlo McNab (39), which is scheduled to proceed from 24...
September is recognised as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. It is a time when timelines and newsfeeds are filled with messages about prevention, compassion and mental health support. While this visibility is important, awareness alone is not enough. Suicide prevention cannot be reduced to a seasonal campaign or a brief moment of concern. Every day, we...