The redline is known as a colonial initiative, normally using Foot and Mouth disease (FMD) to qualify its stay since 1896. Currently, the Professor and a former mayor of Windhoek is fighting tooth and nail in court to push for its removal in 90 days, should the court decide in his favour. Even though this...
I was asked by several persons to comment on the redline court case that played itself out last week. I observed the proceedings with keen interest. First, there is morally something very wrong about having this line, 35 years after independence. It should have been sorted a long time ago. Second, the racial and ethnic...
Security auditing of buildings and assets is ideally a process used by law-enforcement agencies and other security professionals to essentially assess and proactively identify vulnerabilities and threats that could compromise the security of assets. Information technology (IT) technologists and auditors also utilise identical methods to protect information systems, and evaluate safety measures and practices that...
Early signs of financial trouble often go unnoticed until they escalate into more severe issues. Recognising these signs can help individuals and small businesses take proactive steps to mitigate financial distress, and avoid potential defaults. One of the primary indicators of financial trouble is consistent difficulty meeting monthly financial obligations. This might manifest as struggling...
It is a brand-new year, and everyone has great hope that a new year will come with new and better things. A new year represents renewal and turning a new page as well as purging debris from the bad vibes of the previous year. The natural feeling is that a new year means new resolutions,...
Things like job loss, a failed business venture or an unexpected expense can shake even the most stable financial plans. But while daunting, these moments of truth are also opportunities for growth and reinvention. And with the right mindset and practical strategies, one will be able to rebuild, and build on firmer grounds for the...
In my last article on the family, I wrote about the protection and the joy children bring into our lives and the potential they have of deepening one’s relationship with the world. On the other hand, it has been said before, that “the way a society treats its children is a reflection of the dynamics...
Namibia, our country of stark desert sand dunes and a breathtaking coastline where the desert meets the ocean, inhabited by a diverse tapestry of cultures, stands on the verge of a remarkable future if we manage risk and exploit our opportunities. Thinking futuristic about 2090, our country can emerge not just as a country of...
Reading a headline in a government newspaper titled “Real Men Do Cry” has left me with no choice but to speak out, as this topic requires serious discussion and attention in our country. As a man, this issue is not a small matter – it is serious, and affects men across all corners of Namibia....
The reported data breach incident at Telecom Namibia in December 2024, followed by the recent armed robbery and unfortunate loss of life at Namdia’s headquarters in Windhoek, raises concerns over the significance and perceptions of security functions at major firms in the country. The key question here is, do Namibian companies consider security as a...