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...
Once upon a time, there lived a young boy named Angula. He had brown hair, and was tall and fat. He bullied learners at school and at home, he even bullied his small sister Ndamona. Angula was in grade four and his sister was in grade two, but she was smarter and kinder than her...
Isai Sipunga The Annual Career Fair, held at Eldorado Secondary School in Windhoek, highlighted the importance of networking and career exploration for students. The event drew a diverse group of learners, educators and industry professionals, offering valuable opportunities to engage with experts and chart their career paths. Keynote speaker Khomas governor Laura McLeod-Katjirua emphasised the...
KEETMANSHOOP – Oranjemund Private School and Suiderlig Secondary School received awards for top primary and secondary schools respectively, at the //Kharas Region Science Fair. The fair started in Keetmanshoop on Wednesday, and ended on Friday. The two schools each walked away with a data projector donated by the Anglo Foundation and the Debmarine-Namdeb Foundation. From...
Bernard Chali, a 35-year-old resident of Luderitz, has changed his life from a struggling security guard to a thriving baker, serving delicious treats to his community. Not long ago, Chali found himself in a predicament. He was earning peanuts from a job that did not give him fulfillment or enjoyment. “It was tough. My employer...
August 26 Manufacturing has embarked on an initiative to empower young Namibian people through an apprenticeship programme. This programme, which commenced on 1 April, seeks to equip young individuals, including those from marginalised communities and women, with essential skills in clothing production. The three-year apprenticeship program offered by August 26 Manufacturing will train apprentices in...
Long ago, the chocolate-brown moths were colourful butterflies. They flew over the trumpet-shaped lilies and were nicknamed the flying flowers. There were countless purple, blue and yellow moths. These troops of rainbow-like insects painted the crystal clear ponds. The insects floated on the water in half-moon marches. Soon the reddish yellow and deep red moths...
At just 12 years, Thomas Elago, a learner at Nautilus Primary School in Lüderitz, is using his passion for solar technology to lighten up his community. Residing in Area Seven settlement, he has gained attention for his ability to craft solar bulbs, repair broken radios and fix electrical issues. Elago said he discovered a knack...