insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Empowering Tsumkwe’s San Communities Through Education: Women in Media’s Grassroots Initiative Jemima Beukes, one of the two members of the Women in Media organization shared the below insights on their venture in the village of Tsumkwe. The journalists donated food items and hosted a dinner for the Tsumkwe Secondary school learners recently. Here is the full interview transcript. "My name is Jemima Beukes, and I am one of the co-founders of Women and Media, established by myself and Limba Mupetami in […] todayJanuary 17, 2024 23
insert_link Interview Transcripts Bernard Jantze: Unveiling the Journey of Tse Ko Ro Be Nama //Gaus Drama: From Enthusiastic Beginnings to Viral Success In a recent conversation with Leonard Witbeen, Bernard Jantze- the creative force behind Tse Ko Ro Be Nama //Gaus Drama shed light on the inception and evolution of their unique project. The discussion delved into the roots of the drama, its organic growth, and the unexpected journey it has taken. The drama, as described by the creator, emerged spontaneously from a place of enthusiasm and an unconscious discovery of their […] todayJanuary 16, 2024 23
insert_link Interview Transcripts Unlocking Namibia’s Potential: A Call for Fair Resource Deals and a Universal Basic Income- A sit down with Herbert Jauch, ESJ Trustee Our team took this moment to speak with Herbert Jauch, a Social Justice Activist and Labor expert. In this piece you will find interesting views by Mr. Jauch on topics such as deals with DeBeers not in favor of Namibians now living in poverty. In a recent statement, Botswana's President Masisi shed light on the repercussions of certain dealings with DeBeers, revealing substantial losses in revenue from diamonds over the […] todayJanuary 16, 2024 34
insert_link Interview Transcripts Responding to Tragedy: A Call for Support and Healing In a recent interview, Jonathan Mvula, Chief Counsellor at Katutura Hospital, addressed the tragic incident that occurred in Mixed Settlement, where three young lives were lost. Expressing heartfelt condolences to the grieving family, Mvula shed light on the profound impact such events can have, emphasizing the need for immediate and long-term support. He acknowledged the traumatic nature of the incident, especially for those who witnessed the tragedy. The screams heard […] todayJanuary 16, 2024 12
insert_link Interview Transcripts Excitement and Anticipation as Namibian Schools Begin a New Academic Year Our team spoke with the Education ministry's Executive Director-Sanet Steenkamp for her message on this, the very first day of school for 2024. Here is the full interview. As the new academic year kicks off in Namibia, the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture expresses its utmost delight in welcoming the eager faces of pre-grade and grade one students who are stepping into the world of formal education for the […] todayJanuary 15, 2024 18
insert_link Interview Transcripts “Addressing Critical Issues: A Conversation with PDM’s Honorable Reggie Diergaardt on Youth Unemployment Reggie Diergaardt- born September 9, 1957 in Upington, Northern Cape, is a Namibian politician and member of the National Assembly of Namibia. Prior to Namibian independence in 1990, Diergaardt was the leader of the South West African Labour Party and one of the founding members of the United Democratic Front (UDF). In a recent interview with Future Media News, Leonard Witbeen delves into the pressing issue of youth unemployment in […] todayJanuary 15, 2024 15
insert_link Interview Transcripts Josef Sheehama on “Navigating the Year of Expectations: Insights into Namibia’s Economic Landscape” Our team recently spoke with Independent Economic And Business Researcher Joseph Sheehama. And what a great topic or shall we say topics we covered. Here's the full trnascript. In a recent radio interview, Mr. Joseph Sheehama, a prominent figure and commentator on Namibian affairs, shared valuable insights on various topics, including the upcoming general elections, the state of the nation's development, and the role of the informal sector. This article […] todayJanuary 15, 2024 8
insert_link Interview Transcripts Rain Brings Hope to Kunene Region After Nine-Year Drought-Kunene Governor Marius Sheya In a recent interview, Mr. Marius Sheya , Governor of the Kunene Region, shared positive news about the region finally receiving some rainfall after a prolonged nine-year drought. Acknowledging the significance of the recent rain Sheya expressed gratitude for the relief it brings to a region that has been grappling with the impacts of severe drought for nearly a decade. While the rainfall has not been consistent, it has reached […] todayJanuary 12, 2024 15
insert_link Interview Transcripts LPM Responds to Politicization Claims and Vision for Equitable Governance Future Media News took time out to speak with Lifalaza Simataa from Namibia's Landless People's on the topic of "Politicization Claims and Vision for Equitable Governance". Here is the full article. "In a recent statement responding to claims made by the South African president and leading party officials regarding potential policy reversals if they were to lose power, the Landless People's Movement (LPM) emphasized a commitment to non-partisanship in governance. […] todayJanuary 12, 2024 13