insert_link Namibia Brave Warriors coach has a good project: Chelle By Hesron Kapanga Eric Sekou Chelle, the head coach of the Malian men’s senior national football team, has said he was proud of the project the Namibian coach, Collin Benjamin, has built. Chelle’s team and Benjamin’s team played out to a goalless draw in their last Group E match at the 2023 African Cup of Nations underway in Ivory Coast. The match took place at the Laurent Pokou Stadium […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia Namibia advocates for transformation of CPA Namibia has taken the lead in advocating for the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) to be transformed from a charitable organisation into an international inter-parliamentary organisation. The Namibian parliament this week hosted a meeting of the budget committee of the CPA Africa region to, among others, discuss the resolution to convert the parliamentary association into an international body. While officiating the budget committee meeting in Windhoek on Thursday, chairperson […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Theft of Drought Relief Food Sparks Concerns in Ohangwena Region In a concerning turn of events, food items designated for the national drought relief program were reported stolen from the Oshikango warehouse in the Ohangwena Region. The Office of the Prime Minister addressed the incident in a press release on Wednesday, confirming that a case has been filed with the Namibian Police, and the alleged culprits have been apprehended. The OPM emphasized the importance of public cooperation, urging citizens to […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 17
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 74
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 40
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 18
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 14
insert_link Namibia UNICEF and UNESCO Applaud Namibian Government’s Leadership in Tackling Education Challenges The United Nations Children’s Fund and the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation in Namibia expressed their commendation for the Namibian Government's proactive role at the Transforming Education Summit. In an official statement on the International Day of Education, the organizations lauded Namibia's initiative in addressing the learning crisis and exploring solutions to achieve inclusive and equitable quality education for all by 2030. Despite this positive stance, the UN […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 7
insert_link Lifestyle Learning to read in another language is tough: how Namibian teachers can help kids Wolfgang Kaehler/Avalon/Universal Images Group via Getty Images Marta Ndakalako Alumbungu, Stellenbosch University and Nhlanhla Mpofu, Stellenbosch University In a classroom in Namibia’s northern Oshikoto region, a teacher has written English vocabulary words on the chalkboard. She asks her learners to read them aloud. When they stumble with pronunciation, she corrects them. She also helps the youngsters to sound out words. At another school nearby, an English teacher is showing her […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 28
