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Mr Peter was wearing a white protective gown and nylon shoes that matched the tiles. In front of him, ballooned eyes followed his hand gestures. Afterwards, he waved a grasshopper and an armoured cricket. The teacher clicked the tape recorder, and played chirping grasshoppers, alongside peeping crickets. Then he flashed a red pointer at the...
Josefine Amutenya, a registered nurse in northern Namibia, is dedicated to empowering the girl child through her skills, compassion and personal experiences. A native of Oshondo in Ombalantu, she grew up with minimal material possessions but a profound sense of empathy. “My mother didn’t have much, yet she always emphasised the value of sharing. I...
LearnOnOne and the Namibia University of Science and Technology are searching for Namibia’s next generation of children’s television (TV) writers to grab the opportunity and take part in a full-time, three-week scholarship in scriptwriting for children’s TV. This initiative aims to discover and nurture the next generation of writers who can shape the future of...
The annual language competition recently took place at the Goethe-Institut Namibia. The competition is aimed at learners who have chosen German as a foreign language. This year, 32 participants from grades 10 and 11 from public and PASCH schools came together to demonstrate their German language skills. Prizes such as tablets, laptops and two trips...
The #BeFree movement recently conducted a transformative training session for Regional Youth Officers at Penduka Village in Windhoek. This initiative is designed to equip youth officers from all 14 regions with the skills to create youth-friendly spaces, enhancing access to reproductive health services and development programmes for young people. In addition, it seeks to create...
TALLISMANUS – Veterinarian Puna Ndjambi Kazapua has emphasised the importance of goal-setting and time management for both academic and personal growth among learners. Kazapua, who practices in the Omaheke region, stated that goal setting teaches learners to prioritise tasks and manage their time effectively, which helps them cultivate self-discipline and responsibility. The veterinarian, a member...
Nehemia Hailume, owner of Wanyela Investment cc, a company specialising in refrigerator and stove repairs, urges Namibians to register their businesses with Bipa, launch their ventures, and employ fellow citizens. Hailume established his business in 2022, motivated by a desire to work in the refrigeration and air-conditioning industry. His business, recognised in the community for...
Festus flogged his skin-and-bone daughters for stealing buttered milk that was reserved for the ballooned-tummy dogs. Then he checked his snare for any long-tailed mouse. The hunter wiped his tears after spotting a pipe-long nose animal caught by the twisted wires. “I’ll braai the sizzling liver,” he whispered, choking on his saliva. “Your wife will...
The Empowering Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), Women, Youth and Marginalised Communities as Equal Partners in Democracy (ECSO) celebrated the accomplishments of its 55 participants. The project is funded by the European Union (EU). These individuals successfully completed three essential training modules: Operational and Administration Management, Financial Literacy as well as Youth Engagement and Empowerment. The...
Considering the global climate crisis, a group of young Namibians have taken matters into their own hands. The Green Climate Awareness Foundation (GCAF), a youth-led non-governmental organisation (NGO), is leading the charge in educating and empowering communities to take action against climate change. The organisation was founded in 2023, emerging from a grassroots’ initiative started...