At 31, Jenniffer Kaulinge has albinism – her skin, hair and eyes lack melanin, the pigment that gives skin its colour, and helps protect it from damage by ultraviolet light from the sun. It is a genetic disorder inherited from parents who both carry a faulty gene that prevents the skin from making melanin properly....
Isai Sipunga Pinehas Pinehas A mere mention of Luderitz excites any updated Namibian or tourism aficionados. The massive Waterfront infrastructure, the great scenery and sprawling leafy properties around the coastline are a testament of the town’s vibrancy. Everything is headed towards Luderitz these days: awards, national conferences, international activities. Alas, for the residents of Luderitz,...
Poverty eradication minister Doreen Sioka said malnutrition, food insecurity and inadequate healthcare are pressing issues that disproportionately affect vulnerable populations. The current statistics show a bleak picture, which indicates 4 188 cases of malnutrition in children under five years old, as well as women diagnosed with anaemia in 2023. “Despite our many strengths, there remains...
The Khomas and Omaheke regions have the highest number of shacks in Namibia, with 46.9% of Windhoek residents staying in makeshift dwellings, while a mammoth 46.8% of Omaheke inhabitants currently live in shacks. These figures are contained in the 2023 Population and Housing Census Main Report, which shows that 28.7% of Namibian households live in...
WALVIS BAY – The Henties Bay municipality’s debt-collection contract with RedForce Debt Management cc will remain intact after the High Court of Namibia ruled in favour of the company. In a verdict delivered on Monday afternoon, Judge George Coleman ordered that RedForce’s contract with the Henties Bay Municipality for debt- recovery services remains in effect...
Two years after New Era initially reported about the plight of teachers in the Tsumkwe constituency who are compelled to sleep in tents, their situation has not changed. The teachers continue confronting daily threats and uncertainties, vulnerable to the elements and the hazards associated with residing in makeshift structures outside school premises. For example, one...
Zebaldt Ngaruka The president of the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM), McHenry Venaani, is concerned about the increase in the incidents of stock theft and water scarcity, specifically in the Omaheke region. Venaani said this at a recent PDM rally in Gobabis. He said once elected into power, his government will be committed to addressing these...
Rudolf Gaiseb The United People’s Movement (UPM) has incorporated members of the People’s Liberation Army of Namibia (Plan) and the former South West African Territorial Force (Swatf) into its parliamentary roster. This is in an effort of what it calls a groundbreaking move toward national reconciliation and unity. The individuals added to this list are...
MAKURI – In the remote village of Makuri in the Otjozondjupa region, the San community is making a desperate attempt to protect an ancient baobab tree. Known as the “tree of life,” the baobab is a source of food, medicine and an important landmark in the forest for the Ju/’hoansi people. However, as climate change...
WALVIS BAY – Former member of parliament and veteran politician Ben Amadhila has called on Swapo members to rally behind their party and its candidate to protect the party from being forced into coalition. He addressed party supporters on Saturday in Walvis Bay. Amadhila urged voters to support Swapo, warning Namibians of the consequences seen...