MARIENTAL – A fire that broke out at Braunfels, about 10 kilometres outside Khorixas, has destroyed close to 20 hectares of land after a farmer allegedly ignited it while attempting to chase away elephants on Thursday. Andrew Miles, a forestry technician in the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT), told Nampa on Friday that...
The Namibian Arts Association (NAA), in collaboration with Tutu Creative Concepts (TCC), on Wednesday announced the launch of the School Screening Project. The initiative is aimed at fostering cultural appreciation, creativity and diversity among Namibian learners. NAA executive manager, Cislé Jacobs, said the project seeks to promote diversity, cultural awareness and inclusivity in education by...
Iuze Mukube A woman accused of setting a shack on fire in Windhoek, in which two people were killed, told Judge Claudia Claasen that she was coerced into making a confession by a warrant officer. Mecthilde Karomo (32) faces charges of arson and two counts of murder following the deaths of Leonard Haupindi Kadubuli and...
Auleria Wakudumo Youth activist Ingashipola Lucas was recently awarded for his dedication to changing lives of young people. He was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Youth Civic Leadership and Education from Global Open Nation University in Nigeria. The recognition, awarded earlier this year, celebrates his outstanding dedication to youth empowerment, democracy and leadership development across...
Kaviveterue Virere The Student Union of Namibia (SUN) has strongly condemned what it calls the “cowardly and manipulative” practice of politicians using school learners to advance their political agendas. Speaking at an urgent press conference held yesterday at the International University of Management main campus in Windhoek, the union’s leadership expressed outrage at the trend, warning...
Namibia is quietly facing a mental health emergency that is claiming lives, dimming futures, and impacting entire communities, especially among the youth. Behind every suicide statistic or silent breakdown is a human life, a dream interrupted, and a voice that went unheard. With over 70% of the population under the age of 35, we are...
Monika Amunyela The MTC Content Creator Awards, set to take place later this year, continue to spark conversations among Namibia’s creative community. With major brands like MTC and Savanna stepping in as sponsors, increased recognition of content creation signals industry growth, but some creators still have different views on the progress made and how much...
Section 92 (2) (a) of the Local Authority Act 23 of 1992, as amended, should vest its powers in the National Assembly, the National Council and the President. Otherwise, Minister James Sankwasa could, in the short to medium term, seriously dilute the will of the people. Absolute power corrupts absolutely. The recently appointed Minister of...
Namibia, a country often described as young and vibrant, is currently experiencing a demographic phenomenon that carries significant implications for its socio-economic landscape, especially its retirement and pension systems. The 2023 Population and Housing Census confirms that approximately 71.1% of Namibia’s 3.02 million people are under the age of 35. This youthful majority presents both...
Auleria Wakudumo Opolifi moshitukulwa shaHangwena otai konaakona oshibofa shedipao sha dja eshi olutu lomulumenhu weedula dopokati eli tuwa a xulifa eshi vati a yashwa nondjebo ku walye. Oshiningwanima eshi osha ningilwa momukunda Oshalumbu mOkongo, taku tengenekwa sha ningwa Etivali lwopo 20h00 fiyo opo 21h00 lwaapo. Nakufya ota tengenekwa eli pokati keedula 30 fiyo 40 lwaapo....