In the vibrant political landscape of Namibia, where one could find the echoes of a rich history reverberating against the backdrop of stunning landscapes, the call for political consciousness emerges as a crucial element in shaping the nation’s future, especially when one is to consider the year that is 2024.
Letters
Letter – Fostering youth social activism beyond Windhoek
Namibia’s vibrant tapestry of cultures and landscapes is witnessing a surge of youth-led social activism, and it’s not just the capital Windhoek anymore. This exciting shift is empowering young voices in the often-overlooked towns of the south, small rural communities, and the north.
Letter – Fighting corruption through education
Corruption is a big problem in many countries, including Namibia. It’s like a disease that makes everything harder for people. But there’s hope.
Letter – VET for prosperity, industrialisation
As an enthusiastic advocate for a prosperous and industrialised Namibia, it’s evident to me that propelling Vocational Education and Training is pivotal to realising this aspiration within the timeframe outlined in Vision 2030.
Letter – Amplifying the role of art in national progress
“In Africa, art is not just a reflection of life; it’s a catalyst for change, a catalyst for progress, and a catalyst for hope.” - Wangari Maathai
Letter – Combating workplace sexual harassment – A call for accountability
As I write this, it is not as an impartial observer, but rather from the unsettling perspective of someone who has experienced workplace sexual harassment.
A learning society, meritocracy and technocracy
Meritocracy is the rightful placement of individuals into employment positions based on their competencies.
Are self-help groups the future of tenure security?
The concept of self-help groups in Namibia started as a ‘self-help’ effort in the late 1980s when the Council of Churches in Namibia convened a meeting with urban settlers, who found themselves landless and homeless, to address their need for land and housing.
Letter – The power of fibre optic cables
If you’ve recently noticed an increase in cable-laying activities around your neighbourhood in Namibia, you’re not alone.
Letter – Between Constitution and Legislature: A rock and a hard place
Same-sex relationships and the livelihoods of sexual minority groups and communities in Namibia have faced increased public contestation since the Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling to recognise same-sex marriages performed abroad.