insert_link Namibia Education Ministry Approves New Primary School in Groot Aub to Address Overcrowding Issues The Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture has given the green light for the construction of an extra primary school in Groot Aub, Khomas Region. The Director of Education, Paulus Nghikembua revealed that the anticipated completion date for the new school is 2030. Groot Aub, situated approximately 60 kilometers south of Windhoek, has experienced significant growth, with its current population exceeding 24,000 residents. The settlement currently accommodates its expanding community […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 84
insert_link Sport Chargers hire Jim Harbaugh after college triumph Jim Harbaugh was named as the new head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers on Wednesday, weeks after leading the University of Michigan to the US collegiate crown. Harbaugh, the younger brother of Baltimore Ravens head coach Jim Harbaugh, fills the vacancy created by last month's sacking of Brandon Staley in the wake of the Chargers' 63-point defeat to Las Vegas. The 60-year-old Harbaugh has spent the past nine […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 1
insert_link Sport Inexperienced South Africa galvanised for New Zealand Tests South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad insisted Thursday that a lack of Test experience was "galvanising" his Proteas side for the two-match series in New Zealand. The Proteas have brought a weakened side to play the Black Caps, with many first-choice South African players committed to their domestic Twenty20 competition. Eight of the 15-man squad have yet to play Test cricket, including captain Neil Brand. Fast bowler Duanne Olivier […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 2
insert_link Health / Medical Rosa Namises Shares Thoughts on President Geingob’s Cancer Treatment in Los Angeles, USA. Date: Jan 25, 2024 | Leonard Witbeen In a candid commentary, Rosa Namises, a prominent figure in Namibia, shared her reflections on President Hage Geingob's recent announcement of undergoing cancer treatment. Addressing the nation's leader's health condition, Namises expressed a mix of sentiments, acknowledging the human aspect of the situation. Namises opened her remarks by stating the difficulty of commenting on such a sensitive matter, recognizing President Geingob's humanity and […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 43
insert_link Interview Transcripts Michael Saddam Amushelelo Addresses Tobias Hainyeko Protest, Demands Accountability Date: Jan 25, 2024 | Leonard Witbeen Activist Michael Saddam Amushelelo shed light on an ongoing protest related to promises made during the COVID-19 pandemic in the former settlements of Windhoek, specifically involving payments of N$1,800 and a monthly grant of N$600 Namibian per month. The protest seeks accountability from the Ministry of Gender, which received funds from the World Food Program intended for the affected individuals. Amushelelo proceeded to […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 20
insert_link Interview Transcripts YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT STILL NOT LABELLED AS A CRISIS IN NAMIBIA: PDM’s Manuel Ngaringombe Addresses Youth Unemployment and Calls for Accountability in Namcor Jan 25, 2024 |Leonard Witbeen Manuel Ngaringombe, a prominent figure in the Popular Democratic Movement, discussed the critical issue of youth unemployment in Namibia with Future Media's Leonard Witbeen. The conversation delved into PDM's strategies to address this pressing challenge and shed light on a motion initiated by the party to declare youth unemployment a national emergency. Ngaringombe commenced the interview by acknowledging the gravity of the youth unemployment situation, […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 16
insert_link Opinion Pieces Dating apps: marketing experts’ research reveals pitfalls to look out for, and tactics for success By Alisa Minina Jeunemaître, EM Lyon Business School; Jamie Smith, ISC Paris Business School, and Stefania Masè, IPAG Business School Dating can come with new and sometimes frustrating challenges. In the past, relationships were often arranged by families and guided by societal norms, limiting individual choice but sparing us the agony of endless decisions. Nowadays, those who are single have endless potential partners at their fingertips. A 2019 […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 9
insert_link Health / Medical People with OCD are more likely to die earlier, of any cause Microgen/Shutterstock Lorena Fernández de la Cruz, Karolinska Institutet People with obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD for short, are 82% more likely to die earlier – from natural or unnatural causes – than people without the condition, a new study reveals. Previous studies have found excess deaths in people with OCD, but the specific causes of death had been poorly researched – maybe with the exception of suicide. Notably, people with OCD […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 16
insert_link APO International #BlackExcellence in Architecture: Driving Cultural Representation Shaping our physical environment, creating a sense of identity and place, and supporting economic development are but a few of the functional purposes of architecture. Architects play a critical role in providing places for people to live and work, improving the quality of human life and supporting the aesthetics within a designed environment. This year’s Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) { https://GlobalBlackImpact.com/} – taking place in Dubai on February 27, […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 8