insert_link Namibia Leaders Urge Increased Youth Participation in Upcoming Elections There is a growing call from leaders across various sectors for increased youth involvement in the upcoming elections. Uajokorisa Karuaihe, CEO of the One Economy Foundation, has also emphasized the importance of engaging young people in the electoral process. todayAugust 9, 2024 21
insert_link South Africa DA Welcomes National Student Financial Aid Scheme’s Commitment to Address Challenges In S.A, the DA has welcomed the commitment by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme Administrator, Freeman Nomvalo, to address the various challenges it faces. The scheme, which runs a multi-billion-rand annual budget providing study loans to eligible students at tertiary institutions, has faced challenges including deficiencies in the rollout of funds to millions of its beneficiaries. The DA’s Desiree van der Walt says she will request that the […] todayAugust 9, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia Education Minister’s Call For Improved Student Outcomes Irks Landless People’s Movement Education Minister, Anna Nghipondoka has called on teachers to “think outside the box” and prioritize student success, emphasizing that issues like classroom shortages and overcrowding will not be accepted as excuses for poor performance. Her directive comes as the Landless People's Movement joins the conversation, adding their perspective on the matter. todayAugust 9, 2024 10
insert_link Africa UN Security Council Highlights Impact of Peacekeeping Drawdowns on Women and Girls’ Rights The United Nation Security Council has addressed the negative impacts of abrupt peace-keeping and political mission drawdowns on women and girls’ rights. During the meeting, chaired by Sierra Leonne, the council highlighted how the UN has faced rapid transitions in countries like Mali and Sudan, where host governments forced mission withdrawals. UN Women's Sima Bahous says it's important for women to be included: todayAugust 9, 2024 20
insert_link Health / Medical INTERVIEW: Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month: A Conversation with Bianca Özcan Windhoek, Namibia – In a recent interview with Future Media’s Leonard Witbeen, Bianca Özcan, a passionate advocate for rare diseases, highlighted the critical issues surrounding Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) during August's Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month. Bianca began by addressing the profound impact SMA has on individuals and families. "SMA is a rare, progressive neuromuscular condition characterized by muscle weakness and atrophy, which can severely affect daily activities such […] todayAugust 9, 2024 10
insert_link Health / Medical In-Focus: Marelize Mentz of Lady Pohamba Private Hospital Highlights Community Engagement and Breastfeeding Week Initiatives In a recent episode of In Focus with Leonard Witbeen on OneAfrica Television, Marelize Mentz, the Marketing Manager of Lady Pohamba Private Hospital (LPBH), discussed the hospital’s ongoing initiatives and future plans. Mentz shared insights into the hospital’s recent engagement with high school students and its role in promoting the healthcare profession among Namibia’s youth. Lady Pohamba Private Hospital, recognized as one of the best healthcare providers in Namibia, recently […] todayAugust 9, 2024 17
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Penda Negonga Outlines Namibia Progressive Party’s Vision on Key Issues Windhoek, Namibia – In a recent interview with Future Media’s Leonard Witbeen, Penda Negonga of the Namibia Progressive Party (NPP) outlined his party’s strategies for tackling some of Namibia’s most pressing issues: unemployment, housing, and LGBTQIA+ rights. As Namibia heads towards its national elections later this year, these topics are expected to be pivotal in shaping the country's future. Addressing Unemployment Negonga emphasized the NPP's commitment to tackling Namibia's soaring […] todayAugust 9, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Minister in the Presidency says the Cabinet has noted the significant improvement in the healthcare system S.A's Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, says the Cabinet has noted the significant improvement in the healthcare system, including an increase in life expectancy to 66-years. This progress is attributed to enhanced healthcare interventions, such as expanded antiretroviral therapy and vaccination programmes. According to Ntshavheni, the rise in life expectancy and reduction in infant mortality highlights the positive impact of government health initiatives on public well-being: todayAugust 9, 2024 9
insert_link World Donald Trump holds first press conference in months Donald Trump has announced that he wants three presidential debates with Kamala Harris before the election in November. Trump spoke at a news conference at Mar-a-Lago, in Florida, his first major event since Harris was announced as the Democratic candidate for the US presidency. The Republican nominee who on several occasions attacked Harris' policy stances also falsely stated that no one was killed during the January 6th attack on the […] todayAugust 9, 2024 19
