Ubuntu is an ancient African word meaning humanity to others. It is described as reminding us that I am what I am because of who we all are. Ubuntu is derived from the Nguni and Bantu languages. In isiZulu, the word symbolises being human.
National
Opinion – High unemployment among graduates demoralising
For years, young people have been made to believe that education is the way forward unlocking many doors in the hallway to success.
Opinion – Why do conservatives hate gays?
Spoiler alert – we don’t.
Know Your Civil Servant – Tactful communication is key
Edmund Khoaseb is a senior public relations officer at the Ministry of Justice and an infant to the public service. His key interest lies in effective public service delivery.
LEX SCRIPTA with Fedden Mainga Mukwata – Difference between compound interest, simple interest and mora interest
Natural Namibia Meat Producers (Pty) Ltd v Council for the Town of Aranos NAHCMD (13 December 2022)
On the spot – Bernadus Swartbooi: Frustrated Namibians to decide 2024
This week, New Era’s Edward Mumbuu sat down with Landless People’s Movement leader Bernadus Swartbooi, who pulled no punches when he confronted questions on the party’s achievements, internal chaos, ties to his former political home, how the country’s resources can benefit its citizen and coalition politics as the country gears towards the 2024 showdown:
Swakopmund landless residents’ patience runs out
Swakopmund residents took to the streets on Wednesday to voice their disappointment with the slow delivery of land and housing in the town.
Baby dumping suspect not arrested yet
A 26-year-old woman who allegedly dumped her newborn immediately after giving birth at the Ncamagoro (Mile 30) village in Kavango West will not be arrested, pending a decision whether to prosecute her or not.
TransNamib dangles Smith N$2.4m carrot
A leaked board resolution shows that TransNamib has offered its want-away CEO Johny Smith a N$2.4 million salary to remain at the cash-strapped rail entity for another five years.
Geingob upbeat about economic revival …leaves opposition hanging
President Hage Geingob yesterday struck an optimistic tone and assured the nation that Namibia’s economic trajectory entered a period of revival, with green shoots on the horizon, but the fact that he left parliament without answering all questions irked some opposition members.









