Before the curriculum was revised in 2015, grade 4 fell under the then-lower primary phase, which was using the class teaching mode of instruction. This meant that one teacher would teach the learners all the subjects they had in that grade. This also meant that the teachers spent ample time with these learners, and could...
Communication is the foundation upon which effective governance and organisational success are built. It is the “lifeblood”, which is vital for both internal and external stakeholders, enabling the flow of information, the coordination of activities, and the achievement of shared goals. Conversely, communication breakdowns often lead to confusion and conflict, as it did in the...
As enshrined in the Namibian Constitution, every citizen who has reached the age of 18 shall have the right to vote. Article 21(4) further stipulates that every citizen shall have the right to “freedom of association, which shall include freedom to form and join associations or unions, including trade unions and political parties.” 27 November...
According to Africtionary, the African slang dictionary, an ice boy is “a broke guy who drinks with guys who have money (usually guys he grew up with). They send him around to buy ice, open the beers for them, and do all crazy things because he does not contribute financially.” While the terms “iceboy” and...
In today’s interconnected world, where private and public information is just a click away, the rise of sextortion has become a pressing issue. As intimate conversations and bedroom secrets increasingly find their way online, it’s crucial to address and close the loopholes that have wreaked havoc on many lives. Sextortion involves the threat of exposing...
Namibia, a nation grappling with a critical situation due to poverty, income inequality and unemployment, faces a daunting triple threat that will further decay its human capital. According to the World Bank, Namibia has a 64% poverty rate, with over 1.5 million people or 50% of the population suffering from hunger. This highlights that most...
Perhaps what Winston Churchill said in 1939 could be true today when one critically analyses the internal political affairs of local political parties, for their reality is what is defined. The failure of the National Unity Democratic Organisation (Nudo) to pull off an elective congress over the weekend is another indication that political parties in...
Mbangu v Awarab N.O. [2024] NAHCMD 386 (16 July 2024) Facts The appellant (Mr. Mbangu), an employee of the third respondent (the University of Namibia – Unam) was facing charges under Unam’s Disciplinary Policy. On 9 June 2023, the applicant was called to a disciplinary hearing scheduled for 26 to 30 June 2023, and in...
Rudolf Gaiseb The Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication and Social Welfare said street kids in Namibia ignore the government’s support to remove them from the streets. This support includes providing shelter, education opportunities and eradicating hunger. After the home affairs ministry announced on 21 May 2024 its plans to relocate stateless child vendors, New...
Lahja Nashuuta The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) said their invitation to State House was to discuss the lacklustre voter registration being experienced countrywide. This week, the Affirmative Repositioning (AR), and the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters took aim at President Nangolo Mbumba for inviting Swapo secretary general (SG) Sophia Shaningwa to a closed-door meeting with...