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Uncommon sense – The kingdom dilemma
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Uncommon sense – The kingdom dilemma

It is hard to admit that the most important things in life will never be taught in school or told in a sermon. As much as they may seem obvious, one may never even contemplate or question anything except in the event of dreaded difficulty and painful experiences. It is mostly that time when we...

Opinion – Anti-GBV Achilles heel 
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Opinion – Anti-GBV Achilles heel 

The country is putting more effort each year into combating gender-based violence (GBV) by introducing various approaches to arrest the issue. However, it is sad to learn that addressing GBV is made difficult by numerous men who have a resistant mentality, which is extremely weakening the effectiveness of the approaches needed to end GBV. Currently,...

Opinion – NNN makes history
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Opinion – NNN makes history

Namibians are living in interesting times politically. The Electoral Commission of Namibia announced official Presidential and National Assembly election results that marked the start of a new era in the country’s body politics. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah (NNN) won the presidential seat with 57.31%, making her the first democratically elected female president for the Republic of Namibia. ...

Opinion –  The conservation, tourism, mining paradox
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Opinion –  The conservation, tourism, mining paradox

Born into a family that supported the liberation struggle, my patriotism and commitment to Namibia’s future run deep. But today, I question whether these values are misplaced. What future does Namibia hold for my children, fourth-generation Namibians, in a country fraught with systemic challenges? Since independence, Namibia has boasted immense natural wealth and opportunities.  Yet,...

Opinion – Rain is the sunshine of our lives
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Opinion – Rain is the sunshine of our lives

As we rapidly approach the end of the year, we often take stock and review the year. What have we achieved? Did our resolutions withstand the pressures of everyday life, or will we try again in the new year? Whether you separate your year into personal and work triumphs and challenges or lump it all...

Opinion –  Dissecting the caricatured green hydrogen conspiracies 
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Opinion –  Dissecting the caricatured green hydrogen conspiracies 

There has been no more controversial topic and dilemma in Namibia than green hydrogen. This has just demonstrated that literacy levels around science and topics around the discovery of new industries are topics that need public attention in Namibia.  It is common knowledge that science should be left to scientists, but the public needs educational...

Opinion – US’s persistence of global inequality
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Opinion – US’s persistence of global inequality

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has long faced criticism for its inequitable structure, particularly its concentration of power among the permanent five (P5) members: the United States (US), Russia, China, France and the United Kingdom (UK). Namibia, like many other nations from the Global South, has called for significant reforms to address this imbalance....

Opinion – Lessons from Namibiaís elections and anti-corruption efforts
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Opinion – Lessons from Namibiaís elections and anti-corruption efforts

Namibia’s recent elections, held on 27 November 2024, brought key issues to the forefront – not just logistical delays and extended voting hours, but deeper challenges tied to trust in institutions.  Voters queued for hours, frustrations ran high, and questions arose about the effectiveness and robustness of our systems.  While the Electoral Commission of Namibia...

Opinion – A new era beckons for Kunene
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Opinion – A new era beckons for Kunene

The Kunene region, located in the north-western part of Namibia, has long been a symbol of resilience and struggle, both during the liberation war and in the post-independence era.  From its strategic importance in the fight for independence to its key role in Namibia’s economic potential, Kunene is a region that holds significant promise. However,...