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We stand in deep reverence and gratitude, as we pay tribute to a remarkable son of Africa—His Excellency Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, the Founding President of the Republic of Namibia and the father of our nation. Dr. Nujoma’s life is a story of unwavering courage, selfless sacrifice, and unshakeable love for his people. From humble...
There is no doubt that mental health significance is equivalent to all other health aspects of human health. In fact, it is even an understatement to say that mental health is the core of all other health aspects of human health. The function of every human cell absolutely depends on the mental state of its...
This headline loosely translates to ‘Comrade Nujoma, intensify the war to liberate Namibia’ – a song we sang in 1981 in Zimbabwe. As we celebrate the illustrious life of Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, Namibia’s first president and founding father, I would like to share with the few encounters I had with this gallant freedom fighter and...
The name Sam Nujoma resonates deeply across Namibia – from the barren dunes of Terrace Bay to the rugged mountain ranges of Kunene in the north. It symbolises resilience, strength and an unwavering commitment to his country. Nujoma was not just a leader but a symbol of the fight for liberation. His leadership style earned...
Many developing countries, including Namibia, are stunned following the move by the United States of America (USA) president Donald Trump to cut funding to all United States Agency for International Development (USAID) foreign assistance programmes. Trump claims this is a mechanism to evaluate whether USAID programmes align with his “America First” policy. Aid has long...
As a human resources consultant, I have encountered clients facing structural reporting challenges where managers report to junior employees based on tenure rather than hierarchy. This has led to miscommunication and a work environment where employees experience undue pressure and unprofessional feedback. Even worse, some supervisors delegate their responsibilities to junior employees and take credit...
The late Founding Father, Dr Sam Nujoma, was a true advocate for women’s rights and gender equality. He did not merely talk about it, but he lived it. His stalwart and visionary leadership laid a strong foundation for the first female president-elect, who is expected be sworn in as the fourth president of the Republic...
South Africa and Namibia are grappling with the complex issue of land redistribution in their post-colonial contexts. The nuances in the land debate in both countries underscore their commitment to addressing the critical nexus between land and development. While both countries seek to correct the historical injustices of land dispossession, their approaches to land reform...
Allow me to express my view on the upcoming court appearance of Pauline Mbangula, which is set to take place on 26 February 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. This is a story that shocked many Namibians, and left others in disbelief of how such a young woman could have possibly swallowed more than 60 ‘bullets’...
Subtle acts of manipulation in negotiations generally don’t go unnoticed but they can sometimes be hard to address publicly without one being portrayed as hostile. Just as in diplomacy, coercive diplomacy makes for a strategic approach during behind-the-scenes negotiations and alliances. Coercive diplomacy is often seen in situations where manipulation is involved, especially in the...