A group of learners from Dagbreek Resource School recently embarked on a journey into Namibia’s desert landscape. The learners traded the classroom for the dunes, experiencing the wonders of nature, and the importance of sustainable living at the Namib Desert Environmental Education Trust (NaDEET) Centre. Made possible through the support of Gondwana Namibia, the experience...
First National Bank (FNB) Namibia’s Commercial Enterprise banking segment, which caters to medium corporate clients with turnovers from N$60 million to N$800 million, is integral in enabling local businesses. This is true for a range of industries in which the segment specialises – from tourism and agriculture – to construction, logistics and energy head of...
SWAKOPMUND – The youth are increasingly advocating for a more inclusive role in shaping policies that directly affect their lives, particularly in areas such as education, curriculum development and social development. This is according to Namibia National Students Organisation (Nanso) Erongo regional leader, Adele Mkunqwana, who was a panellist at a youth engagement with Vice...
In celebration of International Youth Day (#IYD) 2024, the National Youth Council of Namibia (NYC) will have an essay competition to inspire and mobilise young people to explore the role of digital technology in sustainable development. The #IYD 2024 Essay Competition is open to Namibian youth aged 16 to 35. Participants are invited to craft...
Esther Ananias, a Namibian Youth on Renewable Energy (NAYORE) member,has returned from the Nairobi Summer School on Climate Justice (NSSCJ) with a renewed passion for climate action. She was amongst youth activists from all corners of the African continent. The youngsters tackled critical climate issues.The summer school programme was organised by the Pan-African Climate Justice...
A cloudscape floated over the grill cart, tempting a salivating barbecue for the sausage-craving farmer. Kamuti was a Grade-A braai master. He fancied red-hot coals under the snake-thin sausages. Then he wielded a No.4 axe, and took to the Kalahari. A silver-grey tree, acting like a one-star hostel for the green-tail birds, spookily drew his attention. ...
Paheja Siririka Pricilla Mukokobi With more than 60% of Africa’s population under the age of 35, the youth holds immense potential to shape the continent’s future. These sentiments were echoed by African youth leaders on Monday during the celebration of the International Youth Day in Burkina Faso. The annual commemoration, organised by the National Youth...
Christa Nekwaya The International Training College Lingua held its graduation ceremony recently, where more than 200 students graduated from different fields of study. Board chairperson Majory Mukasa congratulated graduates on their remarkable milestone and achievement. “I have had the privilege of witnessing your growth and development during your time at Lingua,” she said. Education ministry’s...
Unemployment, mental health issues, gender-based violence and lack of male role models for young boys in the community of Outapi enticed Pandeni Ekandjo to create a safe space for the boy child to be guided and empowered. Through his foundation, the African Boy Child Foundation, the full-time teacher provides programmes tailored to the needs and...
The desire to make a meaningful impact in her community and empower fellow young women propelled 15-year-old Elaine Engelbrecht to take part in Miss Teen 2024, a crown she recently won in Lüderitz. The beauty queen told Youth Corner her interest in pageantry is primarily fuelled by a desire to make a positive impact in...