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Our times now remind me of my first article for this column, Taking Up Space. In that piece, I reflected on Zozibini Tunzi’s powerful answer at Miss Universe 2019, in which she urged young girls to claim their rightful place in the world. Six years later, I return to this theme, but this time, I...
Some of you have probably been wondering where the column for Mavutu Conversations is. Well, we are back, and this year, we are bringing more challenging conversations to your doorsteps. While you might wonder why we are only starting in March, well, I figured why not have a sitdown in the month which celebrates us...
If I were to say that last year was easy, I would be subjecting myself to falsehood. As a contributing writer, focusing entirely on women’s issues, I have had the privilege of impacting the lives of many young women in Namibia. It has been a year of growth, challenge and immense reward writing for Mavutu...
Sometimes, when women talk about periods and the pain associated with them, the conversation is always around the fact that some women experience pain during PMS. I used to complain so much about it because why should I be in pain when it was not yet that time of the month?. As of late, I...
Breast cancer is a silent, often misunderstood threat that lurks close to many women, particularly in rural communities where awareness and access to healthcare are limited. This lack of discussion and understanding of breast cancer in such areas has profound consequences. Not only does it lead to delayed diagnosis and treatment, but it also perpetuates...
The 11th of October is International Day of the Girl Child, a day dedicated to celebrating the achievements and potential of girls worldwide. While this day is an opportunity to recognise the progress made in empowering girls, it must also remind us of the challenges they continue to face on a daily basis. The celebration...
September is Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) awareness month. This is one of the experiences women go through, often without awareness or a proper diagnosis. When I got my periods in primary school, I was a bit shocked because, even though I had little knowledge of it, I was not mentally prepared at all. To make...
In the words of my favourite female literary writer Buchi Emecheta, I too like to tell people who ask me about my stance on feminism that I am a feminist with a small f. Reading ‘In the Ditch’ (1979) is a great start to understand her work. The debate on whether I am a feminist...
A few days ago, I had a heated argument with a taxi driver. It wasn’t physical, but it was intense, and we reached no conclusion. I want to discuss it here, and air my views on why I believe I was right. We had just dropped off a lady living in the corporate world. Whatever...
Women are tirelessly fighting against numerous narratives imposed by society, despite the prevalent argument that these issues are over-discussed.