insert_link South Africa S.A Education Activist Supports AfriForum’s Challenge to Education Act South African Education activist, Hendrick Makaneta, says Solidarity and AfriForum are well within their rights to challenge the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act. The groups have instituted legal proceedings, arguing that the Act violates previous agreements, and disregards critical recommendations by Basic Education minister Siviwe Gwarube, particularly on language and admissions policies. Makaneta says this is going to be an interesting test case as the constitutionality of the policies […] today20 January, 2025
Namibia New Village Council Planned for Tsintsabis Oshikoto SWAPO Party regional coordinator Armas Amukwiyu revealed plans to establish a village council in Tsintsabis to better serve the community's needs. This announcement was made as Moses Khumub was introduced as the new Guinas constituency councillor, succeeding the late Marthinu Kainda. today20 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia RG Kar rape and murder convict to be sentenced by Indian court A local court in India will sentence the man guilty of brutally raping and murdering a young medic in August last year. The crime at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata had sparked widespread protests in the country when tens of thousands of doctors took to the streets demanding safer working conditions. Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi. today20 January, 2025
insert_link Opinion Pieces World Bank Economic Initiatives Propel Namibia to Prosperity Josef Kefas Sheehama The implementation of key long-term strategies, such as the National Development Plans (NDPs) and Harambee Prosperity Plans (HPPs), to advance Vision 2030 as a vehicle to industrialise the nation, as well as the country's growing poverty, insecurity, and fragility developmental goals and the increasing risks associated with climate change, have made it imperative to accelerate Namibia's development. Namibia's New Country Partnership Framework (CPF) which is part of […] today20 January, 2025
insert_link Local UPDATE ON ARMED ROBBERY ON NAMDIA PREMISES 19 January 2025 – NAMDIA confirms that the incident that occurred at its premises in the early evening hours of Saturday, 18 January 2025, has been confirmed as an armed robbery and not an attempted armed robbery as previously stated. A formal police docket has been registered under charges of Armed Robbery with Aggravating Circumstances and Murder. NAMDIA is aware of the circulation of inaccurate reports on social media regarding […] today20 January, 2025
insert_link Local Criminals Threaten Customers into Sharing Passwords 19 January 2025 WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA— FNB notes with regret the rising instances of people being robbed of their funds while under threat of violence from criminals. Where such criminal incidents are reported, FNB undertakes rigorous investigation, partnering with law enforcement to ensure any information relative to these crimes is shared with investigators immediately. At FNB we are committed to ensuring the highest level of security for your accounts internally. As […] today20 January, 2025
insert_link Local Innovative Agricultural Board Game Launches with Nedbank Sponsorship An exciting new agriculturally themed board game, developed in Namibia, has been launched with the support of Nedbank Namibia. Designed to educate and entertain, this unique game – Farmwise – fosters understanding of the challenges and rewards of farming while promoting collaboration between farmers, labourers, and their families. The idea for the game was born in an unexpected moment of frustration suffered by game developer Piet Gouws. After he had […] today20 January, 2025
insert_link Opinion Pieces Small Habits, Big Change Monday, 20 January 2025 - A new year brings fresh energy and big goals, but keeping up the momentum can be hard. In truth, real change doesn't have to come from big actions. It's the small, simple steps we take every day that lead to lasting success. Consider the ripple effect of doing one small thing consistently. Even the small habits count and bring a huge difference in your life […] today20 January, 2025
insert_link Local MINING THREATENS TOURISM CONTRIBUTIONS OF OVER N$ 10.5 MILLION TO COMMUNAL CONSERVANCIES IN 2024 Last week, Ultimate Safaris presented their 2024 conservancy partner impact report for their operations in the Kunene Region to the Ministry of Environment, Forestry & Tourism, partner NGOs, and other stakeholders. The company operates three conservancy joint venture tourism establishments in southern Kunene in partnership with the Uibasen Twyfelfontein, Doro !Nawas, and Sorris Sorris communal conservancies. These establishments include the internationally acclaimed Onduli Ridge, Onduli Enclave, and Camp Doros. […] today20 January, 2025
