If there were ever to be a time in history for humanity to save itself, it is now. The time to sit and idle while hoping that someone will solve world problems without our participation is over. Even sitting idle behind a screen and being a keyboard warrior has become insignificant compared to serving humanity. ...
At the 5th APRM Youth Symposium, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, the third Chairperson of the African Union Commission, delivered a message that should sweep through Africa’s youth spaces like a wind of change and a timely reminder. With conviction and clarity, she reminded young Africans that nobody gets invited to a revolution. The youth, she...
In recent years, many employers have begun participating in mental wellness initiatives targeting their employees. Public institutions, for instance, observed Mental Wellness Day at UNAM on Friday, 7 November 2025, alongside ongoing mental health presentations by professionals such as social workers and psychologists. These efforts are indeed commendable. However, one must ask: Are public institutions...
Democratic governance is a system in which all sectors of society participate fully and share responsibility for the affairs of the state—that is, participation by all. It refers to a situation where both the rulers and the ruled take part in the decision-making process at all levels. During the pre-colonial period in Africa, there was...
Namibia’s renewed curriculum for science education in the senior primary (grades 4-7) and junior secondary (grades 8-9) phases places strong emphasis on hands-on, inquiry-based learning. However, the shortage of science kits and practical equipment is preventing schools from implementing the curriculum as intended. This article issues a national appeal for coordinated investment by government, donors,...
If the future of Namibia is written in lines of code rather than on maps, who then guards the gateways of our digital nation? To understand cyber threats in Namibia is to confront the unsettling reality that the most dangerous wars of our time are fought not for territory or treasure, but for control over...
As the festive season draws near, a time of family reunions, road trips, and long-awaited journeys home, the excitement on Namibia’s roads is once again being overshadowed by a troubling trend: a rise in road accidents and fatalities. Recent statistics from the Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund paint a concerning picture. Between January and May...
The imperative of accountability and transparency is to foster trust, prevent corruption, and improve governance by ensuring that those in power are answerable for their actions and that their actions are open for public scrutiny. These are essential for good governance, citizen engagement, economic growth, and the responsible use of public resources. Without transparency, it...
The recent global AWS DNS outage reminded the world how fragile the internet becomes when control and resilience rest with too few players. Namibia faces a similar challenge much closer to home, one that strikes at the heart of its digital sovereignty. Our national domain .na, including .gov.na remains under private administration. This long-standing arrangement...
The Ministry of Finance’s handling of the Payroll Deduction Management System (PDMS) highlights the complexities of reforming financial structures that directly affect government employees. The decision to discontinue payroll deductions, later postponed until February 28, 2026, underscores the importance of thorough consultation with all stakeholders before implementing such impactful changes. Decisions of this magnitude cannot...