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Opinion –  The Genocide Joint Declaration: A Travesty of Justice
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Opinion –  The Genocide Joint Declaration: A Travesty of Justice

The genocide negotiations between Namibia and Germany, that culminated in the nebulous Joint Declaration (JD), ought to have been started on the strength of a resolution of the Namibian Parliament of 2006, that emanated from a motion tabled by the late president of the National Unity Democratic Organisation (Nudo), Chief Kuaima Riruako.  A motion which...

Opinion – Celebrating Nujoma’s legacy through project management lens
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Opinion – Celebrating Nujoma’s legacy through project management lens

Initiation  Every historic project begins with a visionary leader who clearly defines its purpose, goals, and scope. His Excellency Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, affectionately known as the ‘Founding Father of the Namibian Nation’, initiated Namibia’s struggle for independence with a bold, unwavering vision. From a young age, Nujoma recognised the urgent need to liberate his...

Opinion – Nujoma traced back to Kaokoland
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Opinion – Nujoma traced back to Kaokoland

Kuku Helvi Mpingana Kondombolo (1898-2008), affectionately known as Kuku Gwakondo, was the mother of the Namibian Founding President, the late Dr. Sam Nujoma (1929-2025). Often, we hear Kuku Gwakondo’s father is Kondombolo ka Nakathingo; Nakathingo ja Kambulua; Kambulua ka Hango. However, have you ever wondered who the mother of the Uukwambi princess (Gwakondo) was? Where...

Opinion – What now for the humiliated Zelensky? 
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Opinion – What now for the humiliated Zelensky? 

“A grandiose failure” – take it from the best Ukrainian news site. That’s how Strana.ua has summed up the visit of Vladimir Zelensky, past-best-by-date leader in embattled Kiev, to Washington.  And no one who watched the no-holds-barred shouting match between Zelensky, on one side, and US president Donald Trump and vice president J.D. Vance, on...

Opinion –  Reconstructing Nujoma in time and space
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Opinion –  Reconstructing Nujoma in time and space

Since the passing of our Founding Father Sam Shafishuna Nujoma on 8 February 2025, Namibians from all walks of life have been weighing in on the life of their revered leader.  They did that in speech, song, and poetry in style and in the most colourful tones. However, these speeches were mainly, and rightly so,...

Opinion – Why Namibians should embrace Kiswahili 
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Opinion – Why Namibians should embrace Kiswahili 

As Namibia reflects on the legacy of its Founding President Sam Nujoma, one meaningful way to honour his Pan-African vision is by reintroducing Kiswahili in schools.  More than just a language, Kiswahili represents unity, identity and opportunity – values that Nujoma championed throughout his life. He was a firm believer in African unity and saw...

Opinion – Tribute to Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma
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Opinion – Tribute to Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma

Indeed, when the history of Namibia has been written, Swapo will go down as having stood firm where others wavered with Shafiishuna Sam Nujoma, at its helm.  Shafiishuna, as his name resonates with his trademark Colgate smile, will welcome you ascending to occasions when it is of lighter, jovial moments and calm and relaxed environment,...

Opinion – Nation bids farewell to a revolutionary giant 
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Opinion – Nation bids farewell to a revolutionary giant 

The Independence Stadium stood solemn yet resolute, as Namibia gathered to pay tribute to its greatest son, Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, the Founding President and Father of the Namibian Nation.  A towering figure in Namibia’s liberation struggle and post-independence nation-building, Nujoma’s memorial service was attended by thousands, including heads of state, dignitaries and citizens from all...

Opinion –  BRICS Plus community:  A focus on education, sustainability 
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Opinion –  BRICS Plus community:  A focus on education, sustainability 

Namibia stands at a crucial juncture in its development journey.  Joining the BRICS Plus community offers immense potential to advance its socio-economic goals.  As a country rich in resources and poised for growth, Namibia can significantly benefit from the collaboration, innovation and global influence that BRICS Plus represents. One of the most compelling reasons for...