As the festive season celebrations unfold, the holiday season does not only bring joy but also an unfortunate increase in gender-based violence (GBV) crimes. Namibia is not excluded. The holidays, traditionally are times of elation and togetherness, can unfortunately become a breeding ground for tensions and fights. Heightened family tension can rise from a variety...
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Opinion – How turnaround strategies work
When a business hits distress, recovery is not about bold statements, but about disciplined, practical action. In previous articles, we explored how business turnaround begins, with early warning signs, structured planning, and clear collaboration. But what happens after the plan is agreed? That is when recovery truly begins. When a business is in distress, time,...
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Trump orders blockade of sanctioned’ Venezuela oil tankers
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Kavango West makes progress on water provision
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Journalists trained on GBV reporting
Monika Amunyela Journalists from various media institutions on Tuesday participated in a training session on ethical reporting on gender-based violence. The training was themed “GBV Do No Harm Training Session.” Organised in partnership with the United Nations and its national stakeholders, the training focused on equipping journalists with practical tools to report on gender-based violence...
EU drops 2035 combustion engine ban to boost car industry
BRUSSELS – The European Union announced a landmark 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars on Tuesday, as part of a package of reforms aimed at supporting Europe’s embattled auto industry. The ban was hailed as a major win in the fight against climate change when it was adopted in 2023, but carmakers and...
SA arrests seven Kenyans without work visas
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Frontline staff equipped against Mpox, Congo fever
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