About three weeks ago, I wrote an article arguing that Namibia needs a socialist leader for social and economic growth. It was published in both the New Era newspaper and the Namibian Economist. I unexpectedly stirred some controversy with that piece. I have received lunch invitations and text messages praising my bold advocacy for socialism,...
The financial gurus say you need to have a “retirement car.” Well, my ‘retirement car’ will just have the basics, automatic transmission, rear assist parking, lights that turn on when it’s dark, and most importantly, an engine that can handle the air conditioner. But no matter how fancy the car, the driver behind the wheel...
Once you experience and realise that life is all about energy, frequency, and vibration, there is no going back. Once you realise that you create your life experience in real time with every thought and information you consume in real time, you will think twice at every second of your life. You will eventually start...
The International Conference on the Crimes of Colonialism in Africa, held on 29 November 2025, in Algiers, Algeria, and was endorsed by the African Union (AU) Assembly of Heads of State, through its Decision 903 in February 2025, was part of efforts to consolidate a united African stance on seeking justice and reparations for the...
Long before the sound of guns could be heard in the Windhoek Old Location on 10 December 1959, the sound of drums and saxophones had already fallen silent. Many researchers and writers have written about the Old Location and the mass protests. A lot has been documented about the hardships and daily lives of the...
Namibia’s economic future is shaped by two powerful forces: the weight of its history and the promise of modern technology. Africa’s experience with slavery and colonial exploitation — and Namibia’s own tragedies of genocide and apartheid — left deep inequalities that still shape society today. But these painful histories also offer practical lessons on how...
I have always been reading about AI on social media, but this week I finally found the time to sit down and do proper research on it. Lately, every time I scroll on Facebook, I come across my brother and former colleague, Maximalliant Katjimune, warning about Artificial Intelligence with the kind of urgency you don’t ignore....
The victory of Kapika Tjaverua on 26 November 2025, is more than just a political result, it is a powerful lesson in democracy and community consciousness. It validated the public declaration made during the campaign that voters in Okakarara are ready to choose quality and conviction over political colours and slogans. This critical shift in...
During the last week of November, Namibia witnessed elections of regional and local authorities Looking at the list of candidates, one observation became clear: not many were intellectuals. Most were politicians. This raises a question about the kind of leadership Namibians elect and the type of leadership the country needs. The distinction between a politician...
Green hydrogen projects present a significant opportunity for long-term economic transformation in Namibia and could redefine its industrial development. The country is in a highly competitive position, supported by exceptional solar and wind resources and rising global demand for cleaner energy. Securing a major international Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) partner shows that these projects...