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 Namibia Footsteps For Africa Founder, Austin Cameron, Unveils Newly Renovated Hostel at Eros Girls’ School On Friday, Austin Cameron, the Founder of Footsteps For Africa, revealed the newly renovated hostel at Eros Girls' School. The renovation, costing N$1 million, was spearheaded by Footsteps For Africa in collaboration with their generous donors. Jordania Andima, Footsteps For Africa's country representative, shared insights into the project's completion process during the unveiling ceremony in the capital. Andima explained that they visited the school in January, discussing potential projects with […] todayJanuary 15, 2024 16
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 Namibia Footsteps For Africa unveils renovated Eros Girls’ School hostel Footsteps For Africa Founder, Austin Cameron, on Friday unveiled the newly renovated hostel at the Eros Girls' School. The hostel's renovation, which was done at a cost of N.dollars 1 million, was the brainchild of Footsteps For Africa, aided by their donors. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony in the capital, Jordania Andima, Footseps For Africa's country representative, outlined the process of having this project completed. “We visited the school […] todayJanuary 15, 2024 22
insert_link Namibia Khorixas Police Commander talks children’s safety The first day of school is a momentous occasion filled with anticipation, excitement, and a touch of nervousness for students embarking on a new academic year. It marks the beginning of a journey filled with learning, friendships, and growth. The Station Commander for Khorixas town Theofelus Iipunge had this to advise. todayJanuary 15, 2024 35
insert_link Namibia Local Economic expert weighs in on Geingob’s Year Of Expectations This period serves as a favorable occasion to contemplate what holds utmost significance. His Excellency Dr Hage G. Geingob has proclaimed 2024 as "The Year of Expectations." With the impending general elections in 2024, there exists significant pressure on political leaders to address economic challenges and enact policies fostering an inclusive and competitive economy. An Independent Economic and Business Researcher offers insights into the National Development Plan 6. todayJanuary 15, 2024 49
insert_link Namibia Schools reopening sparks concerns on Hostel Accomodation and food As public schools prepare to resume today, parents with boarding arrangements usually bring their children a day before the school officially starts. Activist Rosa Namises shared her recent encounter, highlighting the delay in food availability until the next day. todayJanuary 15, 2024 41
insert_link Namibia Chef Terry from Silver Spoon Hospitality school took some time out to speak with us on the upcoming event called the Young Chef Olympiad Chef Terry from Silver Spoon Hospitality school took some time out to speak with us on the upcoming event called the Young Chef Olympiad to be held in India. Scheduled for the 30th of January, Team Namibia will be represented by Benita Hishekwa. Here's her take on the aspirations. todayJanuary 15, 2024 38
insert_link Namibia Low Success Rate: Only 30% of ||Kharas Region Learners Achieve C+ or Higher in NSSCO Exams Only 30 percent of learners who took their Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary exams in the ||Kharas Region achieved a grading of three C+ or higher, enabling them to progress to the Advanced Subsidiary level. Out of the 1166 candidates who participated in the NSSCO examination, merely 350 met the criteria for AS level admission. Should they choose to pursue it, 134 candidates went on to write the AS examinations. […] todayJanuary 15, 2024 5