Starting a business is more than just a way to earn an income—it is a journey of resilience, problem-solving and community impact. In Namibia, where entrepreneurship plays a crucial role in job-creation, small businesses hold the power to transform our local economies. From the informal street vendors of Oshakati to the thriving Small and Medium...
Last month, I wrote an article about African Artificial Intelligence (AAI). I wanted to start a conversation about how one size does not fit all. ‘One-size-fits-all’ solutions are rarely the answer. In fact, they usually leave everyone disappointed. The feedback on the first article about AAI prompted me to think about the challenges of AI...
In a world where success is celebrated, failure is often stigmatised, as the pursuit of success is overshadowed by the fear of not measuring up. In essence, the word failure is almost taboo in Namibian cultures. The question remains: how can we transform this seemingly negative experience into a catalyst for success and development? Failure ...
Allow me space in your esteemed newspaper to air my views on the subject as stated above.To start with, American global markets offer several advantages that contribute to their prominence in the international economy such as access to a large consumer base in which the U.S. has one of the largest and most diverse consumer...
The Omaruru District Swapo Party Youth League has strongly condemned the recent actions taken by the Omaruru Municipality, which saw the demolishing of an informal structure occupied by a vulnerable senior resident. As a Youth League, we describe the municipality’s actions as inhumane and lacking compassion for the socio-economic realities faced by many of Omaruru’s...
I write in response to an article published in New Era on 28 March 2025 in which the author, himself a Damara ≠Nukhoe, claimed our community is self-destructive. His arguments, however, were based on unsubstantiated assertions. As a fellow Damara ≠Nukhoe, I take issue with this generalisation, which unfairly portrays normal human shortcomings as a...
The telecommunications sector is increasingly recognised as the backbone of modern communication, playing a crucial role in facilitating connections and supporting critical infrastructure as ICT has become an indispensable part of our daily life. However, this essential function also makes the industry a prime target for cyber threats, especially given the large volume of data...
One of the most beautiful things about life in general is its mystery. Even when we may tend to think we have done and seen it all, the next morning may bring us a surprise. Again, even after that, our limited human condition may make us conclude that this one event is the surprise of...
In Namibia, the public education system has been heralded as the cornerstone for national progress and a beacon of hope for future generations. Built on the sturdy foundations of a sacred social contract, this system relies on a dynamic triangle comprising three interdependent parties: the pupils, the government, and the parents. Yet, as we stand...
Access to reliable electricity continues to be a major challenge throughout sub-Saharan Africa, especially in rural regions. Expanding grid infrastructure is frequently prohibitively expensive and impractical due to challenging terrain and significant distances from urban centres. Consequently, millions of people depend on costly and polluting diesel generators, or are left without electricity altogether. Off-grid solar...