Gone are the days when Namibia’s National Assembly sessions were dominated by aging politicians. As much as they were there, they laid the foundation for the youth to follow. Once perceived as a dull and distant session, Namibian politics is now experiencing a vibrant transformation where youth, charisma and innovation are taking the centre stage....
Juxtaposing social inclusion in Namibia against the reality on the ground produces mixed opinions. In peculiar terms, picturing societal well-being, attachment to socioeconomic factors, and what tomorrow might hold for ordinary citizens, always brings implausible nightmares and tears because of unresolved emotional issues. Are current governance institutions responsible for the state of affairs? What appears...
Established in 1987 by the World Health Organisation (WHO), World No Tobacco Day is a yearly event usually observed on the 31st of May. This year, 2025, is no different. This year’s World No Tobacco Day theme is Unmasking the Appeal: Exposing Industry Tactics on Tobacco and Nicotine Products. The hashtags for this year are...
One of the key roles of a commercial bank is to manage liquidity and ensure access to funding to support financial stability and economic growth. Aligning funding costs with credit pricing, banks must respond to emerging trends, notably the global shift toward sustainable finance. As sustainability becomes integral to financial strategy, banks must ensure they...
In today’s results-driven world, many professionals, particularly those in leadership or public service, approach their roles with a focus on fulfilling mandates within limited timeframes. We chase targets, manage outputs, and strive for efficiency. Yet, in the process, we often overlook a deeper responsibility: to leave behind a legacy anchored in integrity, purpose and the...
After the country obtained independence in 1990, one of the agenda on the table was to push women equality and equity, something that seems hard to be achieved. However, those who were given that responsibility have made sure that it is not just a dream. One cannot talk about equality and equity without appreciating the...
In Namibia, communal land holds great significance as a resource vital to the livelihood and well-being of many rural communities. The responsibility of managing and administering land lies with the government through traditional authorities for the benefit of traditional communities. The management, allocation and preservation of land play a central role in the development of...
I would like to reject the commemoration that was held on 18 May 2025 in Tallismanus, Otjombinde constituency by OvaMbanderu Traditional Council (OTC) better known as “Ovanamutjemo,” in respect of the great icon, the freedom fighter, Ohoze Claudius Jakaunga Heuva. Following the introduction of the Odendaal Plan in Namibia in 1964 by the South African...
I recently had the pleasure of participating in the awards’ ceremony at the Namibian University of Science and Technology (Nust) at their Faculty of Computing and Informatics. The dedication, resilience and aspirations of the outstanding students within the Faculty of Computing and Informatics were celebrated. We often forget how much effort goes into excelling in...
When Russian president Vladimir Putin recently remarked that Russia and Western Europe would “sooner or later” restore constructive relations, it was less a statement of policy than a reminder of historical inevitability. For now, there are no signs of readiness on the part of the EU. But history is full of unexpected reversals, and diplomacy...