Guarding Your Finances: Understanding and Combatting Financial Fraud in the Digital Age

By Maria Samahina, Risk Manager at Letshego Bank Namibia In today's digital age, where financial transactions and personal information are increasingly digitised, the risk of falling victim to financial fraud has grown exponentially. Letshego Bank Namibia encourages Namibian citizens to remain vigilant and stay informed about the various forms of fraud. This is essential to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your diligently earned finances, especially as we approach the […]

November 9, 2023 1

Health / Medical

What I Learned From the World’s Last Smallpox Patient

By Céline Gounder via kffhealthnews Rahima Banu, a toddler in rural Bangladesh, was the last person in the world known to contract variola major, the deadly form of smallpox, through natural infection. In October 1975, after World Health Organization epidemiologists learned of her infection, health workers vaccinated those around her, putting an end to variola major transmission around the world. The WHO officially declared smallpox eradicated in 1980, and it […]

November 9, 2023 10

Oshiwambo

Omupresident wa Ukraine Volodymr Zelenskyy okwati omahoololo naatelele manga.

okwati, oshilongo kashi li mefimbo lawapala manga oku ninga omahoololo. Zelenskyy okwati omolwa omaponokelo taapula komesho taaningilwa oshilongo shaye ku Russia', oshilongo kashili panghatu ili nawa oku kwatela komesho omahoololo opashiwana. Moshipopiwa shaye eshi ali ta popifa oshiwana omandaxa konguloshi, Omukwateli komesho waUkraine okwati efimbo paife olo ku popila eameno loshilongo . Oshilongo Ukraine, oshali shateelelika shikufe ombinga momahoololo oilyo yomutumba wopashiwana mu October 2023, omanga omahoololo oupresident ali afanekwa […]

November 9, 2023 2

Health / Medical

Eye Clinic gets generous boost from Capricorn Foundation

Many Namibians rely on the Government's healthcare services, which include optometry. The Ministry of Health and Social Services Eye Clinic at the Central Hospital in Windhoek was established for this purpose, to support patients with treatment and restore the vision of those who are visually impaired. The Capricorn Foundation recently donated essential equipment valued at N$250,000 to the Eye Clinic in Namibia, providing crucial support for individuals with visual impairments. […]

November 8, 2023 12

Business / Economics

Bank Windhoek revamps its Maternity Benefit Payment

Bank Windhoek continually and proactively looks at steps to showcase its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, fostering a supportive environment where innovative gender collaborations are sought after and where all employees feel valued. This statement was made by Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Human Capital, Retuura Ballotti, on Friday, 2 November 2023, when she announced amendments to the Bank's Maternity Leave Benefits. Ballotti said that the development is part […]

November 8, 2023 2

Environment

Supporting the Desert Lion Conservation – A Pledge to Protect the Namib’s Icons

Desert Lion Conservation (DLC), also known as the "Desert Lion Project," stands as a beacon of hope for the preservation of an extraordinary and endangered species, the desert-adapted lions of the Northern Namib. This small non-profit organization is dedicated to a mission that not only encompasses the survival of these majestic creatures but also serves as a model for harmonious coexistence between humans and wildlife. The Desert Lion Conservation under […]

November 7, 2023 11

Opinion Pieces

Financial Literacy for the Next Generation: Preparing Our Youth for Economic Success

By Joachim (Joggie) van Schalkwyk In an era of unparalleled financial complexity, where managing money has become a critical life skill, it is critical to ensure that the next generation is well-equipped to navigate the economic landscape. For good reason, the term "financial literacy" has gained popularity in recent years. It is the foundation upon which our youth will be able to construct a secure and prosperous future. Young people […]

November 7, 2023 7

Africa

Growing African vegetables on buildings can save space and feed cities – new study

The Eco Green Wall is an example of a sustainable living wall system. Karen Botes Karen Botes, University of Pretoria As cities grow, more people need food. However, space for farming is limited in cities. Building facades can offer a solution for growing food. We asked landscape architect Karen Botes to tell us about her research – cultivating traditional African vegetables on walls. What are ‘living wall systems’ and why […]

November 6, 2023 5

Health / Medical

Bird flu could be eradicated by editing the genes of chickens – our study shows how

By Alewo Idoko-Akoh, University of Bristol Recent advances in gene editing technology could potentially be used to create disease-resistant animals. This could curtail the spread of avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu. In a recent gene editing study, my colleagues and I showcased the potential of gene editing to protect chickens from the threat of bird flu. This disease is caused by an ever-evolving virus that gets around numerous […]

November 3, 2023 10

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