Namibian democracy has lost an independent candidate for President, as all three outsider candidates were denied access to this November’s ballot from an illegal last-minute attempt to change the rules. Supporters of activist Jeremia Kuhepa Kaambo’s candidacy, who had blanketed the country to amass 7 000 signatures, double the required figure, were aghast to learn...
It seems many Namibians who are politically-inclined have come to read, understand and implement Article 17 of the Namibian Constitution to the letter. The Article guarantees political freedom, and the right to form and join political parties at will, provided it is done peacefully. The understanding of Article 17 is confirmed by the number of...
The Rome Statute Under the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC), “intentional attacks against personnel, installations, material, units or vehicles involved in a humanitarian assistance or peacekeeping mission in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations” that are entitled to civilian protections are war crimes in both international and non-international armed conflicts....
As Namibia entered a democratic state in 1990, the constitution raised hopes for an inclusive society that would include people with disabilities by promising a better life for all Namibians. The law, ratified by 188 nations, including Namibia, was endorsed by the UN General Assembly in 2006 and now acts as a reference point for...
Children are the future of society in that they are tomorrow’s adults, who will then mould their families. It is befitting that we look at the challenges they face, especially when their mental safety is under attack. There is a saying that goes, “A child is like a blanket sheet of paper on which every...
In little over a month, Namibians from all walks of life will have the opportunity to participate in the electoral process by expressing who should be our representatives responsible for running the State. The collective decision we make as registered voters, entrusted with the future of an entire nation, should ultimately promote equality and dignity...
Once upon a time, Namibia had an abundance of job opportunities. The Grade 10 and 12 certificates were valuable in seeking employment. Once upon a time, schools (principals) went to look for teachers at colleges, even when they were still studying. Once upon a time, nurses in hospitals and clinics were dressed in the same...
The latest technology to disrupt newsroom operations is arguably artificial intelligence. Taking the form of generative AI, this technology has allowed machines to literally create, act and process prompts and information like human beings. Because of its ability to do tasks autonomously like human beings, there is deep seated fear that this technology will replace...
In the face of a serious illness, the immediate focus often centres on medical treatment and recovery. However, the financial challenges that accompany a health crisis can be just as daunting. While medical aids provide essential support for diagnosis and treatment, they often leave gaps that can lead to significant financial strain. This is where...
For the past two years, Namibia has been the centre of attraction worldwide so far as green hydrogen is concerned, and notably, a series of large-scale-project launches has positioned Namibia as a destination for green energy project developers and financiers alike. Shockingly, the recent various political parties’ manifestos that I perused did not say much...