Samuel Emmanuel, a 34-year-old hearing-impaired Namibian from Onamunama in Ohangwena region, is appealing for financial help to complete a Bachelor in Deaf Studies degree at Gallaudet University in the United States. Emmanuel, who has three brothers and a sister, was accepted at Gallaudet University. But he faces a significant financial challenge to cover his tuition...
About 50 youth delegates from across the country participated in the Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) 2024 recently, and held discussions where they explored and developed solutions to Namibia’s climate challenges. Talking to Future Media, Jasper Kassoma, a member of the organising committee and youth delegate to COP29, said they want to mainstream contributors, and ensure that...
Rudolf Gaiseb As the day grows old, And the sun grows cold, His knees begin to fold under the weight of this world. Oh, lo and behold, The one who could not be controlled, Is now caught in a chokehold. He is confined as in a sheepfold. His heart is made of gold, But his story was never...
It is about time that Namibians take charge of the well-being of children and ensure that they are well taken care of in terms of education and other key needs, said motivational speaker Christmas Mutota. Affectionately known as Dr Mutota for his aspirations to become a medical doctor, the six-year-old frequently shares insights on the...
It was in 2011 when Enigard Nenghwanya entered the doors of the SOS Children’s Village in Khomasdal to seek refuge and comfort, and ultimately have some place to call home. Now a second-year Namibia University of Science and Technology accounting student, the vicenarian reflects and looks back, appreciating the work of the village as it...
Tjimariva tiptoed into his ex-girlfriend’s garden, and pressed his strawberry-like eyes at the sweet-smelling roses that had flowered overnight. Inside the plant pot, sky-blue flowers of smiling ten dollars saluted him, and he picked them. Soon he knelt before the indigo rose buds. Later, he lifted his chin and spotted crimson roses of twenty dollars...
Stuart Sangana, a 26-year-old entrepreneur, is defying odds and making a name for himself in the construction industry at Katima Mulilo. Despite his youthful age and lack of formal qualifications in construction, Sangana has already established a reputation as a skilled and visionary builder. His journey into the world of construction was an unexpected one....
The Namibia Youth Energy Forum (NYEF) made significant progress on Saturday with the inauguration of its Lüderitz Chapter, which is designed to empower young Namibians to engage actively in the rapidly-developing energy sector, encompassing oil & gas, hydrogen and renewable energy. During the launch, Andreas Paulus, the head of strategy and operations, emphasised that this...
In 2019, Mutelo Mubita graduated with a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Namibia, brimming with aspirations for a successful career. Nevertheless, he soon encountered the harsh realities of the job market, which hindered his ability to find stable employment. Confronted with this obstacle, he made a significant choice to redirect his efforts...
The transition from university to the corporate environment can be a challenging experience for many individuals, particularly when they do not possess the necessary skills to succeed. Local lawyer and personal development coach Umunee Mariine Matundu is dedicated to helping young individuals close the gap between their academic credentials, and the practical skills required in...