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,...
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...
It was a devastating moment filled with panic to many African countries when the United States of America President Donald Trump announced the cutting of USAID funds to Africa. The American taxpayer’s money has been channelled to a vulnerable continent for decades to assist in various areas. The news was a sudden shock to many...
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...
As we mourn and remember one of Africa’s greatest liberation icons – the likes of Sam Nujoma and Kenneth Kaunda – I vividly remember Tatekulu Nujoma’s visit to Lüderitz in 1998, when we celebrated the importance of children under the theme ‘Putting children first’. As senior youth officer in the then-Ministry of Youth and Sport,...
Initially launched in 2016 in Hangzhou China, Electronic World Trade Platform (eWTP) is a private sector-led stakeholder initiative to promote public-private collaboration and dialogue in support of inclusive global trade. The eWTP has been working with partners to share experiences and deploy advanced technology and policy consultation in support of global trade. By doing so,...
Imagine driving a car without ever checking the brakes. It works until one day, it does not, and the consequences are catastrophic. The same holds for cybersecurity oversight. Recently, Telecom Namibia reported a “cyber incident,” and investigations are allegedly ongoing. This incident once again highlights a critical need for stronger cybersecurity governance. For Namibian boards,...
Namibia’s painful history is marked by episodes of exclusion, where specific segments of society were systematically barred from participating in lucrative economic activities. Profitable ventures were reserved for only one segment of society – a practice that some individuals in contemporary Namibia continue to maintain through deceptive tactics disguised as wildlife conservation. However, as events...
In memorialising the passing of the Founding President Father of the Namibian Nation Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, it is imperative that we share certain memories of his long life journey and enormous contribution to the struggle of his people for freedom, justice and independence. In the memorialisation, we included snippets about the creation of the Namibian...
Imagine a world where your entire security infrastructure rests on a single foundation. What happens when that foundation crumbles? A software update could lead to a major failure, affecting multiple endpoints and paralysing key systems. One vulnerability within your third-party ecosystem can trigger widespread disruptions, data leaks and significant reputational damage. This unsettling reality confronts...