Jesaya Clemente Nande Mukwambi In 2024, the Electricity Control Board (ECB) announced a significant hike in electricity tariffs by 8%, leaving consumers feeling the pinch of rising costs. This move has sparked widespread debate and concern among members of the public, with many questioning the rationale behind such a substantial increase. Considering these developments, it...
Alfeus Lungameni Hamundj It is just a matter of time before Namibian youth make Namibia Africa’s leading and the epicentre of African reconstruction and development. It will not be done in the blink of an eye, but it can be done. We are going in the right direction. This is evident in many reports that...
Salom Shilongo A tsunami is a long, high wave caused by an earthquake. Since a large oil deposit has been discovered off the shores of Namibia, the term ‘oil tsunami’ is simply being used here as another term for the ‘oil curse’. Namibia has discovered a large reserve of oil. It seems everybody is very...
Linus Chata The beauty of a democratic system of governance is that at predictable intervals in the country, citizens have an opportunity to make the shortest but very powerful statement (X on the ballot paper). This opportunity is seized by citizens through the process of elections. It is through an electoral vote that citizens express...
The culture of migrating from one political party to another has been with this country for some time now. Whereas it is the right of every Namibian to hop from one political party to another as per Article 17, it is equally worrying when political heavy-weights in a party leave and join other parties, especially...
Fransina Kahungu Pierre van Rensburg In the intricate tapestry of community life, municipalities serve as the linchpin that holds the fabric of society together. Charged with the responsibility of providing essential services, municipalities play a pivotal role in ensuring the well-being and functionality of local communities. Central to the effective provision of these services is...
Generation Z, the group born between 1997 and early 2010, has emerged as a significant force in shaping the political landscape, wielding substantial influence on government policies. This digital-native generation, raised in an era of rapid technological advancement and global interconnectedness, brings a unique perspective and set of values to the political arena. Characterised by...
The government has put in place various policies aimed at providing access to the labour market for those who are unemployed. There is acknowledgement that people with disabilities are not accessing the labour market in sufficient numbers. Research has shown that unemployment among people with disabilities stands at a record high of 39%, compared to...
Juliet Madamombe It is remarkable how rapidly job-seekers forget that qualifications alone areinsufficient to secure employment in a world where job-seekers are continuously clamouring for opportunities. In addition to degrees and certificates, there is an essential element of professional success that is frequently disregarded: soft skills. The efficient and effective completion of tasks, as well...
NJ Ayuk The declaration aligns Africa’s position on the global energy transition and climate justice debate, following the conclusion of the Invest in African Energy forum held in Paris on 15 May – the city where the Paris Climate Agreement was signed in 2016. African civil society, governments and the private sector stand firm in...