Established in 1998, the Namibia College of Open Learning (Namcol) has evolved significantly from its initial mandate of accommodating secondary learners seeking to improve their marks. Over the years, it has expanded to include Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) as well as tertiary education. This week, New Era journalist Lahja Nashuuta (LN) engaged...
After the country gained independence in 1990, one of the items on the agenda was to promote women’s equality and equity, something that seemed challenging to achieve. However, those given that responsibility ensured that it was not just a dream. One cannot discuss equality and equity without appreciating the artistic contributions of women, which later...
As a nation, we must celebrate our achievements with the same fervour, whether big or small. National pride should resonate not only in moments of struggle, but also in the victories we achieve, both gigantic and minuscule. Tomorrow marks a historic moment for Namibia and for the Southern African Development Community (SADC). We will witness...
Auleria Wakudumo Ombaanga yaNamibia oya tameka okuandjaneka oshimaliwa shefo shoN$60 osho shina efano lomupresidente omutitatu waNamibia Hage Geingob. Oshimaliwa oshali sha pitifwa momafiku 05 Maalitsa 2025 nosha tameka okuandjakanekwa onghela. Omukulunhu wombaanga Johannes !Gawaxab okwa holola ta ti oshimaliwa osha nhuninwa Geingob okufimaneka oilonga oyo a longela oshilongo eshi. “Mokulongifa oshimaliwa eshi, Geingob otaka kala...
Auleria Wakudumo Ouminsteli wehongo, ounghulungu nomufyuululwakalo owa shiivifa kutya eefikola otadi ka pata mongula okulilongekidila efiku lemanguluko nefiku omupresidente omutitano taka ya koshipundi mEtitano mo21 Maalitsa 2025. Omukulunhuwiliki mouministeli, Saneet Stenkamp okwa holola ta ti eefikola otadi pate opo va yandje omhito kovahongwa novahongi va dule okukufa ombinga mefiku lemanguluko ngaashi hashi ningwa nale. “Eefikola...
Lahja Nashuuta Former Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services and the first woman to lead a political party in Namibia, Esther Utjiua Muinjangue, has expressed confidence in president-elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. She said Nandi-Ndaitwah has proven herself in every leadership position she has held. “I have full confidence in the abilities of the president-elect. I...
Auleria Wakudumo With just a day to go before the incoming president takes her oath of office, influential women shared their views and perspectives on Namibia’s incoming first female president. Different women have praised incoming president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah for being the first female elected president in Namibia. Many believe her leadership will bring a unique...
Lahja Nashuuta The newly appointed chief executive officer of the Namibia College of Open Learning (Namcol), Ngepathimo Kadhila, has expressed concern over the long-standing misconception that Namcol is only for students who failed in the formal education system. He emphasised that this perception continues to harm the institution, discouraging prospective students from enrolling due to...
Lahja Nashuuta The Hai//om San community residing along the Etosha National Park have been capacitated on legal and human rights, land rights, cultural heritage and social exclusion. The five-day training started last week, and ended over the weekend. It was conducted by the Legal Assistance Centre (LAC) in partnership with the European Union to equip...
Malakia Nashongo OSHAKATI – Children born with feet deformity, or what is known as club foot, can now have their feet corrected at the club foot clinic at the Oshakati Intermediate Hospital. Since its inception in 2014, the clinic has made a significant impact on the lives of many children. Oshana health director Johanna Haimene...