2023-08-28Aletta Shikololo Prisons the world over are notorious for their endemic sexual abuse. Despite this, prisoner rape is not well-understood and does not receive the serious attention it warrants. View more
2023-08-31Aletta Shikololo As the 2024 elections draw closer, the Swapo-led government finds itself stuck between a rock and hard place, to either submit to veterans’ demands or risk suffering at the polls. View more
2023-09-01Aletta Shikololo The Office of the Prime Minister has announced that between July and September this year, approximately 579 000 people in Namibia are estimated to be facing high levels of acute food insecurity and requiring urgent humanitarian assistance. View more
2023-09-01Aletta Shikololo The suspension of the Engineering Council of Namibia’s registrar has unveiled a raft of allegations of impropriety about the embattled official, as well as how the institution is managed. View more
2023-09-05Aletta Shikololo Employees of Parishi Diamond, an Indian-owned diamond polishing company, are accusing the company of various grievances, including exploitation, unfair treatment, ritual practices and low wages. View more
2023-09-06Aletta Shikololo While youth wings have long been seen as incubators for future party leadership, commentators have cast doubt on their effectiveness, accusing them of being dormant and not effectively representing the interests of young people. View more
2023-09-08Aletta Shikololo The fear of losing divergent views and freedom of expression have surfaced, following the conglomeration of Future Media and TribeFire Studios, which will bring together six of Namibia’s media brands under one roof. View more
2023-09-19Aletta Shikololo Deodat Dirkse, the secretary general of the Nama Traditional Leaders Organisation (NTLA), has accused the Namibian government of not being alive to Germany’s attempts to recolonise Namibia through a green hydrogen deal. View more
2023-09-21Aletta Shikololo Despite various attempts by the anti-redline activist’s lawyers for the public to get involved and contribute to the legal battle to remove the embattled veterinary cordon fence, only N$2 200 has been collected so far from the public. View more
2023-09-27Aletta Shikololo Swapo legislator Jerry Ekandjo’s private member’s bill, which deals with changes to the Marriage Act, including the prohibition of same-sex marriages and any acknowledgment of such unions in Namibia, has sailed in both chambers of Parliament. View more
2023-09-28Aletta Shikololo After almost two years of relentless efforts to recoup their monies, a group of distressed ex-fishermen marched to prominent lawyer Norman Tjombe’s office Tuesday, demanding answers. View more
2023-09-29Aletta Shikololo Popular Democratic Movement leader McHenry Venaani has once again voiced his concerns regarding government’s response to the housing crisis, stating that it has been inadequate. View more
2023-10-02Aletta Shikololo Mueteleli wakopano ya Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) McHenry Venaani ufitisize pilaelo yahae kuamana ni kalabelo yamubuso kwabutata bwamandu, mi uli muuso hakuna ze ueza. View more
2023-10-05Aletta Shikololo Popular Democratic Movement leader, McHenry Venaani expressed disappointment after his proposed private member’s bill on free sanitary pads was opposed in parliament. View more
2023-10-05Aletta Shikololo While significant progress has been made in green hydrogen production in Namibia, including the US$10 billion Hyphen Hydrogen Energy’s agreement with the government, scholars and members of civil societies have voiced concerns over the “green hydrogen frenzy”. View more
2023-10-06Aletta Shikololo In an era where climate change poses a global challenge, Namibia is emerging as a champion in fighting the discourse, offering innovative solutions in the realm of decarbonisation through green hydrogen. View more
2023-10-06Aletta Shikololo Some local authority councillors in the Omuthiya Town Council are alleging “political intimidation” among council members, which is purportedly used to sway decision-making in the town. View more
2023-10-11Aletta Shikololo Spokesperson in the Presidency Alfredo Hengari has warned the civil society to resist the temptation of becoming unelected politicians. View more
2023-10-12Aletta Shikololo The stench of the biggest corruption scandal in the country, dubbed Fishrot, continues to linger as more people and more companies have become entangled in it. View more
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