It is quite early in the year but instances of mistreatment of workers who have taken it upon themselves to protest against dwindling pay and less-than-ideal working conditions, have dominated the headlines.
Editorial
Editorial – Tender cancellation shows power of protest
In the midst of the budget rush on Wednesday, the Central Procurement Board of Namibia announced their decision to cancel the multimillion-dollar medical tender that caused major public uproar last month.
Editorial – City dysfunction spills out onto the street
The filth and the stench in the streets that greeted Windhoekers on Wednesday afternoon is a microcosm of the dysfunctional state of the capital city.
Editorial – Media reflect society
President Hage Geingob has registered his concern with what he labelled as negative media reporting.
Editorial – Squeezed middle needs relief
It is time for the finance minister to cut the goose that lays the golden egg some slack.
Editorial – On our own terms
The old cliche that Namibia is a friend to all and an enemy to none should win us more friends than enemies. But our friends should treat the relationship with the necessary decorum and respect.
Editorial – NamRA’s tax crook pursuit encouraging
The fact that the Namibia Revenue Agency has taken an aggressive stance towards those accused of defrauding it is exceptionally good news.
Editorial – All to blame for first-day blues
The first day of a child’s official school career should be a momentous one. A time to celebrate, as junior sets off to conquer this strange new place, make new friends, and learn about the marvel that is this world we live in.
Editorial – Time to prepare
The dawn of 2023 allows us to pause and reflect, but also look ahead to what we could do with the next 12 months and beyond.
Editorial – No accountability for councils
The fact that everyone has buyer’s remorse with the Windhoek City council and is fed up with the goings-on there but no one can do anything about it should concern all of us.