The Namibian Law Reform and Development Commission (LRDC) is a vital institution established by the Law Reform and Development Commission Act, 1991 (Act No. 29 of 1991) with the core mandate of undertaking research in connection with all branches of law and making recommendations for their reform and development. However, despite the presence of various...
A political manifesto serves as a roadmap that outlines the policies a political party commits to implement should it gain power in general elections. Before an election, each political party unveils its official manifesto, establishing the framework for its campaign. These manifestos play a crucial role by communicating to voters the rationale behind soliciting...
Anew flagship UN report on climate change indicating that harmful carbon emissions from 2010-2019 have never been higher in human history, is proof that the world is on a “fast track’’ to disaster, United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned. Scientists are also arguing that it’s “now or never” to limit global warming to...
A response to Bonifatius Uugwangwa’s ‘The future of English in the Omusati region’ One of the significances of academic discourse is that it enables us to exchange views and ideas about pertinent issues affecting our societies and, in the end, find solutions to these issues. This article is a response to the views expressed by...
Protecting land offers numerous environmental benefits. Conserving land and open space can provide habitat for native plants and animals, and enhance ecosystem services. Landowners can protect their land from development through a conservation easement or land donation. An easement limits the type of development allowed on the property so that its existing character can be...
Namibia is a country characterised by a diverse population and most beautiful landscapes in Africa. One of such landscapes is the panhandle region called Zambezi. On the contrary, fellow citizens residing in the interior of the country view Zambezi as a remote region to travel to or reside in. This narrative has been lingering in...
Thomas ‘Striker’ Mabuku rested on 25 July 2024. I am moved to pay tribute to this sports hero, a man whose name became almost synonymous with sports in the Caprivi (now Zambezi) region. My first encounter with Thomas Mabuku was not in person, but through the stories and acclaim that surrounded him. He was one...
Sixty-two years ago, it became customary for the Pan-African Women’s Day to be celebrated each year on the 31st of July. This day is deliberately set aside for African women on the continent and in the diaspora to celebrate and honour the achievements of African women, and advocate for gender equality in Africa. The day...
Tio Nakasole Customers are the queens and kings of every running business. Allow me to zoom my discussion on one of the biggest challenges that most businesses are faced with, which is not the ability to attract customers but to retain them. Therefore, in today’s world, consumers demand a great experience throughout the entire path...
Imagine, a week after the 27 November elections, and Namibians have elected their president. When the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) announced the results, the president-elect is chilled at Omaalala. Will the State rush to the village to guard the president-in-waiting? If so, will this be done for four months until 21 March 2025? Through...