Progressive forces have described China’s dream through the Belt andRoad Initiative in Africa and Africa’s dream through the African Union’s Agenda 2063 as complementary. The Belt and Road Initiative projects in Africa have primarily assisted the continent to realise some of the seven developmental aspirations of the African Union’s Agenda 2063, leading to what has...
Namibia, with its diverse geography and rich cultural heritage, stands at a pivotal point in its journey towards equitable and sustainable economic growth. As the nation continues to evolve, regional planning emerges as a crucial tool for optimising resource allocation, enhancing infrastructure, and promoting environmental sustainability. At its core, regional planning serves as the foundation...
Critically analysing the key statement issued on the occasion of the official opening of the Chiefs Forum Meeting on 27 June, one would draw a reasonable inference that if the current negotiations are not overhauled, they will leave us with cancerous sores in our throats for generations to come. Surprisingly, the negotiations between Germany and...
Namibia’s agricultural sector is facing a growing crisis, one that threatens not only the livelihoods of our farmers, but also the integrity of our food safety standards. At the heart of this issue is the unchecked influx of farm products from Angola, which is wreaking havoc on local markets and raising serious concerns about consumer...
Namibia did not, in my view, immediately post-independence start its economic journey on a very good note. Coming fresh from the war for national independence, the nation did not have the technical capacity or know-how to wage the new economic battle or struggle that was before it. The leaders then somehow, directly and indirectly, gave...
The Administration of Justice Proclamation No. 21 of 1919, enacted in South West Africa, holds significant historical and legal importance. This proclamation, particularly Section 1(1), established Roman-Dutch law as the common law of the protectorate. The clause specifies that the Roman-Dutch law, as it existed and was applied in the province of the Cape of...
Recently, I heard snippets of a commencement speech that legendary tennis player Roger Federer gave to the graduates at Dartmouth University, USA. Anything he has to say should be listened to. He is, after all, one of the greatest tennis players of all times. Apart from his humble demeanour and inspirational words, what struck and...
Since gaining independence in 1990, Namibia has navigated a complex political and economic landscape under the leadership of four presidents, each bringing unique styles and policies to the nation’s highest office. From Sam Nujoma’s revolutionary fervour to Hage Geingob’s technocratic pragmatism, these leaders have strived to build a unified nation, foster economic growth and address...
Feminist theory is a branch of sociology that endeavours to disrupt the status quo of patriarchal power and oppression. It also seeks to dismember the traditional structures that have always stood as stumbling blocks for women, preventing them from accessing equal power and opportunities enjoyed by their male counterparts. The feminist theory advocates for equality...
Not long ago, a deadly head-on collision on B1 highway happened between Otjiwarongo and Otavi, claiming nine fatalities. This week, another, tragic accident involving an Intercape bus and a minibus on the same route claimed the lives of two women. A head-on collision is just as deadly as it sounds; when two vehicles crash into...