Customize Consent Preferences

We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions. You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below.

The cookies that are categorized as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site. ... 

Always Active

Necessary cookies are required to enable the basic features of this site, such as providing secure log-in or adjusting your consent preferences. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable data.

No cookies to display.

Functional cookies help perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collecting feedback, and other third-party features.

No cookies to display.

Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics such as the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.

No cookies to display.

Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.

No cookies to display.

Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with customized advertisements based on the pages you visited previously and to analyze the effectiveness of the ad campaigns.

No cookies to display.

Author: Paheja Siririka (Paheja Siririka)

Home Paheja Siririka
Luvindao: Nurses are health system’s backbone 
Post

Luvindao: Nurses are health system’s backbone 

Health minister Dr Esperance Luvindao said far beyond the profession itself, nursing is a sacred calling defined not only by the hours on a clock, but by moments of profound impact in the lives and well-being of others.  “Nurses are the hands that hold us when fear takes over, the calm in the chaos, and...

Sandy celebrates 40 years of theatre
Post

Sandy celebrates 40 years of theatre

The National Theatre of Namibia and National Art Gallery of Namibia will be hosting a Retrospective of Sandy Rudd’s 40-year theatre journey, showcasing an array of productions. From 1983 to 2024, the excerpts from her productions will highlight a variety of genres. This includes musicals, tribute shows, children’s theatre, special needs theatre, comedy, community theatre,...

Oil and gas can revive the Namibian economy
Post

Oil and gas can revive the Namibian economy

The development of Namibia’s oil and gas sector is expected to have profound economic implications, including job- creation, infrastructure development and increased government revenues. These remarks were made by Pedro Mateus, co-founder and CEO of Lelo Meda Energies. He added that such developments raise environmental concerns, particularly regarding managing natural gas byproducts and the potential ecological impact of...

Empowering youth, safeguarding elections: AU training in Rabat
Post

Empowering youth, safeguarding elections: AU training in Rabat

Youth activist Jessica Uiras says taking part in the fourth edition of the Specialised Training for African Union Election Observers was a powerful reminder that the future of democracy in Africa rests firmly in the hands of its citizens, including the youth. She added that this underscored the vital role that young leaders must play, not just...

Journalists suffering in silence – Nampu
Post

Journalists suffering in silence – Nampu

  On the occasion of Workers Day, Jemima Beukes, the acting secretary general of the Namibia Media Professionals Union (Nampu), said injustice is still observed across Namibian media houses. Beukes stated that workers are breaking under the weight of low wages, toxic management, mental health crises and job insecurity in a very volatile environment. She...

Pamwe Initiative empowering lives
Post

Pamwe Initiative empowering lives

It all began with a simple, heartfelt conversation in a parking lot between two friends, Tangeni Ndeitunga and Waldau Naruseb, reminiscing about the magic of Easter and Christmas in their childhoods. Soon after, they brought in an incredible team, Ileni Hitula, Elly Nandago, Pandu Shaduka, Abassier Leukes and Innocent Enkali. Since then, things have continued...

Namibia’s education system should be inclusive 
Post

Namibia’s education system should be inclusive 

Tendee Ritjaeree Kandando gained enthusiasm for inclusive education from lecturers like Pamela February and Karii Haihambo Ya Otto during her honours’ programme at university, Kandando (32)’s research delves into inclusive education by analysing policies designed to foster supportive learning environments for students with disabilities. “Nobody pays attention to learners or community members with intellectual impairments. ...

Work commences on the Windhoek district hospital 
Post

Work commences on the Windhoek district hospital 

Health minister Dr Esperance Luvindao has stated that the Katutura Intermediate Hospital has seen a 50% increase in patient admissions, compared to previous years. The situation has forced many to wait for hours and in some cases, even days – before receiving treatment. “Such conditions are fundamentally unacceptable. Mothers giving birth have had to endure...

Capacity building at APLI?
Post

Capacity building at APLI?

The African Pathfinder Leaders’ Initiative (APLI) 2025 fellows have begun their fellowship journey, engaging in a series of dynamic knowledge-sharing sessions led by industry professionals. These sessions addressed a variety of subjects, including the transition to skills-based organisations, wellness, market research, public speaking mastery and the significance of achieving emotional debt-freedom. Mechanical engineer Michael Nauta...