According to fitness coach Emily Erastus née Kandanga, bodybuilding has transformed far more than her physique as it has reshaped her entire mindset, cultivating a “no excuses” mentality that now influences every part of her life. Erastus said that through years of relentless consistency, she has learned patience, embraced discipline, adding that if she can...
Youth can play a vital role in authentic and inclusive storytelling in conservation because there is a need to communicate the right stories to the right people, especially policymakers, in a way they can easily understand, said the coordinator of the Namibia Youth Biodiversity Network and biotechnologist Micky Kaapama. Speaking at the inaugural Africa Biodiversity...
Solar Technician Kevin Kevanhu (20) has a deep interest in green technology, innovation and the role of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in driving Africa’s sustainable growth, particularly in Namibia. Born in Outapi, he chose the TVET route because he strongly believes that practical skills are key to Africa’s sustainable transformation. His goal...
The Chairperson of the Education and ICT committee in the Children’s Parliament, Gerson Neumbo, said that Namibia’s children do not ask for perfection, but rather request that the foundation being built by the government be strong and powerful enough to carry their dreams. Speaking at the commemoration of Children’s Day in Gaborone, Botswana, Neumbo said...
Vice President Lucia Witbooi emphasised that children’s voices serve as a reminder for the nation to listen, highlighting that they are not merely beneficiaries of policies but active partners in building a more just and inclusive future for everyone. She acknowledged the unique challenges confronting both the boy and the girl child within nations’ education...
A total of 6 844 diabetes cases were recorded across all age groups in the country during the 2024/2025 financial year. This comprised of 6 345 adults, 377 children aged five to 17 years, and 122 children aged five and younger. The Ministry of Health and Social Services noted that this represents a slight decline...
When she stepped into the art gallery in Linz, Austria, recently, surrounded by her work, Namafu Amutse felt immense joy, pride and humbleness, a reminder of why she is a visual artist. The creative’s work is centred on telling stories of black people in ways that feel honest and layered. Amutse is fascinated by the...
Monika Amunyela Paheja Siririka The MTC Windhoek Fashion Week (MTCWFW) 2025 is not just about style and glamour. It is a celebration of Namibian identity, creativity and building a sustainable creative ecosystem that empowers Namibia’s youth and gives them the tools to thrive. Several models have always believed in the vision of the fashion show,...
Landless People’s Movement (LPM) youth leader Duminga Ndala stated that in Namibia, good governance means access to economic opportunities for youth, efficient and improved service delivery, and public institutions that are accessible, trustworthy, and free from corruption. Ndala, the chairperson of the LPM Youth Command Element, emphasised that this shift would make young people not just...