Somebody once said war is a situation where young men who do not know or hate each other kill each other, fighting for old men who know and hate each other, but do not kill each other. This statement is not far from the truth because when it gets to the nitty-gritty, war is actually...
Law schools encourage students to remain neutral, upholding the rule of law and advocating for justice without fear or favour. This principle lies at the heart of legal practice, where attorneys defend the accused, regardless of their personal beliefs. Recently, a prominent Namibian lawyer sparked a national debate by advocating for the decriminalisation of prostitution. ...
‘Don’t judge a fish by how it rides a bicycle’ is my favourite saying, as I believe it encapsulates the experience of some organisations offering advice. It is my view that one size does not fit all. Teaching a fish to ride a bicycle simply does not work. The notion that we can impose generic...
Finally, we answered that generational call, as we are about to swear in our fifth president, who happens to be first female president of country. Netumbo Ndemupelila Nandi-Ndaitwah is passionate about ethical leadership and service delivery as well as a staunch advocate for youth empowerment. Namibia and Namibians can be assured of the highest standard...
Given the current state of trade tensions, the executive orders imposed by the United States of America’s (USA) new administration are a wake-up call for the global community because they serve as a clear reminder that maintaining economic stability and growth in today’s interconnected world requires cooperation and respect for one another in trade policies....
Patricia Olivier Year by year, on Namibia’s day of independence, we are reminded of the strength of decisions, the ability to craft our own destiny, to do things by ourselves, and to live unrestrained. Independence, at its most abstract level, lies beyond the sovereignty of nations; it is a personal thing. It’s about having the...
The longstanding sisterhood between Namibia and Angola, forged during the liberation struggle, has been celebrated as a symbol of unity and cooperation. However, despite this shared history, the socio-economic situation between the two countries has not significantly improved post-independence. The absence of key infrastructure, such as officially-gazetted border points, has hindered progress in critical areas...
The media holds great influence in society and communities. Whether through visual, audio or print formats, it serves as a powerful tool for education and communication. What gets highlighted in the media often sets the tone for societal values and moral direction. In Namibia, however, the focus of the media seems skewed towards negative news,...
As Namibia transitions into a new era under the Nandi-Ndaitwah administration, the country faces immense opportunities and challenges in embracing artificial intelligence (AI). The strategic strengthening of AI governance is not just a necessity for security and regulatory oversight. It is also crucial for boosting the oil and gas sector and empowering the youth. Drawing...
You wake up one morning, check your email, and see a notification that your bank account has been accessed from a foreign country. You scramble to check your transactions, only to realise that money has already been transferred out. How did this happen? The truth is, your data may have been stolen long before you...