Not too long ago, when former health minister Dr Kalumbi Shangula challenged the World Bank report that assessed our State health sector in Namibia as providing poor services, with due respect, the former minister did not use public hospitals. He does not know how it feels to spend the entire day in a queue at...
The leadership of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah presents us with a new dawn in terms of accountability, structural reform, and a strong sense of renewal. Since her days of campaigning to be Vice President of the Swapo Party & its subsequent Presidential candidate, NNN has made it clear that the Swapo Party will be a forward-thinking...
In recent weeks, major national newspapers carried stories about the confiscation of a speed point device by police in Rundu, linked to a major scam ring. This article intends to alert merchants to take proactive measures to protect themselves when processing electronic transactions. Point-of-sale (POS) or speed-point machine fraud, as well as the use of...
In Kunene region, hope does not die. It starves, drowns and disappears. For decades, Namibia’s Kunene region has been trapped in a cycle of poverty, unemployment, neglected infrastructure and broken promises. Some locals say only the return of ‘Jesus Christ’ could save them from the brutal reality they face. Fading local hope To those who...
This week has witnessed something unusual. It has seen not only a glimmer of light into the future but has probably shed light on a quiet national thirst. A thirst, not only for change, but for a renewal. This must, however, be credited to a question raised by a member of parliament on whether our...
Namibia’s Social Security Act of 1994 laid the groundwork for a National Pension Fund (NPF) to provide old-age income protection for all citizens. Over the past 30 years, the Social Security Commission has sought a viable policy and legal framework for its implementation. Meanwhile, formal sector employers and employees contribute 12 to 20% of salaries...
Recent offshore oil and gas discoveries in Namibia could prove to be a turning point for the country. There is potential to attract billions in investment, create thousands of jobs, and drive major infrastructure projects. For a country striving to diversify its economy, this represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. However, to avoid the ‘resource curse’ and...
On 15 September 2025, public consultations on the Teaching Profession Bill began in the Khomas region, with the process expected to conclude on 17 October. This critical step follows recommendations from the 2022 National Education Conference. The proposed Teaching Profession Bill aims to establish the Teaching Profession Council of Namibia. This council will be responsible...
Dr. David N. Emvula Infertility is a medical condition, not a lifestyle choice. Categorised by the World Health Organisation under the ICD-10, alongside cancer, diabetes, and HIV/AIDS, it affects millions worldwide. However, in Namibia, couples facing infertility are left to manage on their own: public healthcare and private insurance do not cover infertility treatments. This...
Social media is a powerful tool for connecting with others, sharing information and participating in conversations about daily social life, hobbies and interests. It serves as a platform where what you post is accessible to a wide range of people, many of whom may not share your views on specific issues, including firearms. Therefore, one...