New Era’s northern-based journalist Festus Hamalwa (FH) recently sat down with the Oshikoto region education director Aletta Eises (AE) as she heads into retirement. During the interview, an array of topics was discussed. It was no holds barred. Eises bows out with her head held high. FH: When did you join the Oshikoto region as...
At just 19 years old, Magano Naseb has established himself as a rising star in athletics, currently holding the title of schools’ U/19 champion in both the 100metres (m) and 200m. This is a milestone he always believed was within his reach. He boasts an impressive personal best of 20.95 seconds in the 200m and...
New Era journalist John Muyamba (JM) recently caught up with Regina Valombola (RV), the public relations officer at the Ministry of Agriculture, Fsheries, Water and Land Reform regarding fisheries policy, enforcement measures, and sector compliance for sustainable resource use. JM: Tell us the role the fisheries department plays regarding Policy and Enforcement to ensure sustainable...
The adage that “a good dancer knows when to leave the stage” simply implies that it is crucial to recognise when to move on from a situation, even if it has been enjoyable or successful, before it becomes detrimental. It is an expression former National Unity Democratic Organisation secretary general Joseph Kauandenge (JK) claims to...
The City of Windhoek is undergoing significant changes, both in terms of development and service delivery, as well as in its leadership. In January, the city council elected Ndeshihafela Larandja of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) as the new mayor. In her acceptance speech, she pledged to prioritise the provision of basic services, economic...
Namibia’s women’s national indoor hockey captain, Gillian Hermanus, shared her thoughts on the team’s remarkable performance at the Indoor Hockey World Cup held in Croatia in February. The team had an impressive performance in Croatia. They achieved their best-ever finish at the tournament, reaching the quarter-finals. Their goal was to finish in the top two...
Trailblazing Namibian cricketer Irene van Zyl recently hung up her bat, and announced her retirement from the sport at the age of 40. She made her international debut on 1 April 2019 against Botswana in Windhoek. Stepping onto the field at 33, the former captain quickly proved that age is just a number, becoming a...
NamWater’s mandate is to provide quality water and related services in Namibia while considering the environment, scarcity and the community’s reliance on these resources. The institution’s vision screams ‘Water for All.’ However, is NamWater truly fulfilling its mandate? To address this question and other related concerns, New Era’s Lahja Nashuuta (LN) spoke with NamWater’s spokesperson,...
Netball star Monica Gomases is not just a great player, but one who wants to influence the next generation of players. She sat with this publication to share her journey, and what she envisions for netball in the country. Can you share how your netball journey started, and what inspired you to pursue the sport...
Namibians from all walks of life are mourning the passing of the country’s first president, Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma. He died on 8 February aged of 95 in Windhoek. Revered as the father of the Namibian nation, Nujoma was an anti-apartheid icon and, foremost, a figure of the Namibian liberation struggle. New Era journalist Lahja Nashuuta...