Introduction The recent election of Donald Trump as the president of the United States has sparked mixed reactions worldwide. With a leadership style that previously prioritised an “America First” agenda, Trump’s policies could bring both opportunities and challenges for Africa. For Namibia, a country reliant on international trade, foreign aid and diplomatic support, Trump’s return as the...
The allure of the African Union Media Fellowship (AUMF) is irresistible. It promises a unique opportunity to delve deeper into the continent’s narratives, challenge stereotypes, and amplify voices often unheard. As a journalist with a burning passion for telling authentic African stories, I could not resist the call. Despite landing a coveted position at an...
The Namibia Youth Energy Forum (NYEF) is pleased to announce the appointment of two distinguished leaders to its advisory board. Miguel Hamutenya was appointed as the chairperson, while Gisela Sebastião was appointed as the vice chairperson. These appointments mark a significant milestone in NYEF’s mission to empower Namibian youth, and drive sustainable energy initiatives. Hamutenya...
Sanlam Namibia’s Vision for Change initiative, launched five years ago, continues to provide free vision screenings and prescription glasses to learners in need. Last week, the mission reached a milestone in Mariental, where 288 learners received much-needed glasses at a special handover ceremony at the Teachers’ Resource Hall. Geziah Coetzee, a top-performing student at WJD...
Kaningandu was chopping firewood when a chip shot into his left eye. Soon, he covered his left eye with a loop of leaves to soothe the burning pain. His misfortune did not, however, stop the moon-size-eyed Kasukona from falling in love with him. The girl’s nephews blamed Kaningandu for confusing her with the use of...
Over 200 young leaders from seven Southern African Development Community (Sadc) countries are gathered in the majestic Victoria Falls to celebrate World Children’s Day 2024. The event, which runs from 5 to 17 November, is themed ‘Inclusive, Relevant and Quality Education’. This year’s celebration marks a milestone. Malawi, Mozambique and South Africa have joined Botswana,...
Recently, the Hatika Adult Education Centre (HAEC) hosted its annual Appreciation Dinner, a heartfelt evening dedicated to the remarkable volunteers who give their time, skills and compassion to support the centre’s adult learners. Situated in the heart of Goreangab, HAEC was established in 2019, with the aim to offer language courses to adults and art...
Fanuel Shinedima As Namibia stands on the brink of a new era in energy development, it is crucial to understand the concept of an energy mix, and its significance for our nation’s future. An energy mix refers to the combination of different energy sources used to meet a country’s needs. For Namibia, this means integrating hydrocarbons, green hydrogen and renewable energy...
Long ago, when freshwater was soupy thick, two sky-high mountains stood between the teeth-grinding hills. They were separated by clouds of bubbling water. The two red stones on Mama Mountain’s chest hang loosely like emptied breasts. Now and then, the she-mountain smeared her lips with sunbow lipsticks. Soon, the midnight sun mirrored a chain of white...
Symon Itenge blindly entered the Model United Nations (MUN), but beyond training and information, he had hoped participating would provide a stepping stone to something larger – a glimpse into the world of international relations, or on a path towards a career in diplomacy. The Delta Secondary School pupil stands out not just because of...