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...
Namibia, a nation grappling with a critical situation due to poverty, income inequality and unemployment, faces a daunting triple threat that will further decay its human capital. According to the World Bank, Namibia has a 64% poverty rate, with over 1.5 million people or 50% of the population suffering from hunger. This highlights that most...
Hilya Mhani In today’s interconnected world, digital literacy is a fundamental skill required in all areas of life. As an Authority, the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia recognises the transformative power of digital literacy. It extends beyond basic technology use to include critical navigation, evaluation and creation of information on digital platforms. Digital literacy encompasses...
A lot of positive and negative things have been said about the presence of Chinese inthis country, and in other African countries. It is true that Chinese nationals are ubiquitous in Africa, almost in all sectors of the economy. Many localpeople do not always understand the reasons of the presence of the Chinese nationals in...