My name is Festus Hangula, known as Prince, a 23 year old Namibian third year student, majoring in International Trade and Economics at Wuhan University in Hubei, China.
I am a knowledgeable and enthusiastic student with meticulous outcomes. In the same light, I chose to study this major because with economics it is imperative to understand how decisions are made in society. With the tools of economics one can analyse absolutely anything, be it a policy decision or a relationship decision.
I would like to call upon Namibian youth studying and or involved into community projects or entrepreneurships to remain focus by working hard to achieve productive outcomes such as eradication of poverty and unemployment. Namibian youth should remain vigilant; most of all believe in yourself and never give up on your dreams. Further, as the famous quote goes ‘’Hard Work, Pays Off’’. Moreover, young people are talented, outspoken and mindful. However their hopes for a better future are dying and frequently find vent in popular uprisings across the world. In Namibia, alcohol abuse is one of the major common challenges among young people. When alcohol is abused it can leads to one of the following just to mention but a few: 1) damage to the liver, 2) unprotected sexual desires which can subsequently results in unwanted pregnancies, 3) HIV infections, and 4) Negative impact on one’s body and also on the future of the country in a long run. We (the young people) are the future of this country, therefore, should be hardworking and wise dreamers to achieve the overall goals of Vision 2030 of high and sustained economic growth; employment creation and increased income equality. Also, I would like to take this opportunity, to applaud our government’s efforts for all designed projects that are benefiting the young people.
Furthermore, let me remind my fellow young compatriots not to shy away from their culture. In our African culture we are taught to respect the morals and values of our society. Similarly, respecting elders (parents, guardians and grandparents) as custodians of wisdom comes with greater benefits of blessings. Let us do away with the notion of ‘old fashioned’ for example: there are customs in our tradition that certain things are not permitted and should be respected and cherished to upkeep and sustain our culture. For this to work, it is necessary for parents to make time to educate, share, and inform their children by telling stories of the past to promote a culture of open communication. I believe that every young Namibian is unique, with a vision and a dream. However, we need to focus on the positive side, no matter what the circumstances. Moreover, determination is the way forward to achieve an ideal, unifying, friendly, loving and peaceful society. As young Namibians, we must work together for a better Namibia, our mother land. In conclusion, as we approach the festive season may all the odds be in your favour and may you be responsible and safe. God bless Namibia!