Youth activist Jessica Uiras says taking part in the fourth edition of the Specialised Training for African Union Election Observers was a powerful reminder that the future of democracy in Africa rests firmly in the hands of its citizens, including the youth. She added that this underscored the vital role that young leaders must play, not just...
Youth Corner
GreenHydrogen powers opportunity for Namibia’s youth
As Namibia positions itself at the forefront of Africa’s green energy revolution, the rise of GreenHydrogen is not only fueling clean energy ambitions, but creating jobs and unlocking opportunities for Namibian youth. Among those leading the charge is Aina Kauluma, a 27-year-old renewable energy analyst at Daures Green Hydrogen Village, and one of the first...
Short Story – The summer of 2025
Tjijetuombaze pressed the knob of the window, and waved his palm through the buffeting wind. Then he changed into gear seven, while his greenish-yellow eyes scanned a carpet of grass next to the road. Somehow, he flashed the oncoming trucks shaking his car as they snail passed by. Soon, he pressed his golden eyes at...
OMUT backs youth academic and holistic excellence
Old Mutual Unit Trusts (OMUT), a key offering under the Old Mutual Investment Group Namibia, demonstrated its ongoing commitment to youth development through its recent support of two notable school initiatives that highlight both academic and extracurricular excellence. At Windhoek High School (WHS), OMUT celebrated academic achievement by recognising the top two Grade 10 Mathematics performers during...
Poem – I Am Namibian
Bertha Kahenge I’m the freedom dipped in the blood of our freedom fighters, The deep-rooted strength of the Welwitchia plant in the plain of the desert. I’m the swaying and swinging of hips dancing to the beats of my traditional drums. I’m the voice of 30 languages being spoken amongst 13 tribes. I’m the security...
‘Goats took me to school’
ONGWEDIVA – Dina Uvatera (26) from the Ovahimba community, who graduated last week through Namcol with a diploma in education, said her mother used to sell goats and cows to pay for her studies. She revealed that her mother, who is currently battling tuberculosis (TB), was unable to attend the graduation ceremony held in Ongwediva. However, her...
Pamwe Initiative empowering lives
It all began with a simple, heartfelt conversation in a parking lot between two friends, Tangeni Ndeitunga and Waldau Naruseb, reminiscing about the magic of Easter and Christmas in their childhoods. Soon after, they brought in an incredible team, Ileni Hitula, Elly Nandago, Pandu Shaduka, Abassier Leukes and Innocent Enkali. Since then, things have continued...
Short Story – Diary of a magician
Tom was driving uphill when he spotted a storybook on the charcoal-black road. First, the grass-flogging wind flicked the book’s pages, and he skimmed through the looped letters, as the tyres rolled over it. Secondly, he glanced at the rear mirror and scanned the title, ‘Diary of a Magician. “Do you believe in ghosts?” asked...
Capacity building at APLI?
The African Pathfinder Leaders’ Initiative (APLI) 2025 fellows have begun their fellowship journey, engaging in a series of dynamic knowledge-sharing sessions led by industry professionals. These sessions addressed a variety of subjects, including the transition to skills-based organisations, wellness, market research, public speaking mastery and the significance of achieving emotional debt-freedom. Mechanical engineer Michael Nauta...
Access Bank warriors recount Lagos banking experience
Last year, 40 ambitious Namibians embarked on a transformative journey to Lagos, Nigeria to sharpen their banking skills at the Banking School of Excellence through the Access Bank entry-level training programme. After completing the programme, Access Bank warmly welcomed them back to Namibia. The bank expressed pride in the group, highlighting their dedication, perseverance and...