The United Nations estimated that 55% of the world’s population lives in rural areas (United Nations Development Programme, 2022).
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Opinion – Silly election season is upon us
One could not help but share views on Namibia’s upcoming elections in November 2024, especially the highly-anticipated presidential election, where seemingly ideas have run out by some contenders who think winning is hauling those personal attacks.
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Opinion – Youth empowerment for sustainable development
Youth are the largest segment of the population; they are able-bodied to do the jobs efficiently and on time, with fresh brains to think critically and find solutions to problems that lie in their way.
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Opinion – Reform, unification in politically- mature times
Namibia is a small country, with many people vying for leadership positions only for selfish reasons. Everyone wants a piece of cake, and if you play your cards well politically, you may get it without having to meet any qualifications at all.
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Know your civil servant – Inside an occupational therapist’s day
Patricia Pretorius works as an occupational therapist (OT) at Windhoek Central Hospital.
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Healthcare’s procurement Achilles heel…as Namibia battles drug shortages
The health ministry has confirmed a shortage of medicine and drugs at public hospitals, a situation that has left patients distressed, in limbo, and some at the mercy of private health facilities.
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Namibia trumpets food security
President Nangolo Mbumba says Namibia is ready to play its part in the African continent’s quest to achieve food sovereignty.
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Walvis suspends two managers
The Walvis Bay Town Council on Wednesday suspended its finance manager Frans !Gonteb and credit control general manager Johanna Shidute, amidst the ongoing RedForce saga.
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NCAA: Westair operations above board
Following a plane crash in Windhoek last week, the Namibian aviation industry has come under serious scrutiny, particularly the oversight role played by the Namibia Civil Aviation Authority.