insert_link Namibia Hai//om Traditional Authority Urges Inclusion of Indigenous Languages in Education, Expresses Concerns over Recognition Ndapandula Kamati, Vice Chairperson of Hai//om Traditional Authority, has called upon the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture to incorporate indigenous languages into the education system. Speaking at the International Mother Language Day celebration in Tsumeb on Saturday, held in the Oshikoto Region, Kamati emphasized the importance of teaching children in their native languages. She expressed the desire for cultural pride, urging the inclusion of indigenous languages in subjects like […] today11 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Swapo Party Resolves to Retain Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as Presidential Candidate Amidst Constitutional Turmoil In the aftermath of the passing of Swapo Party president Dr. Hage Geingob on February 4, 2024, the ruling party's central committee convened on Saturday, adopting resolutions to address the constitutional challenges ahead of the upcoming presidential elections. The CC decided that Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, Swapo Party Vice President, will continue as the ruling party's presidential candidate for the forthcoming elections later this year. Additionally, the CC resolved that an extraordinary […] today11 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Tragic Fatality: 34-Year-Old Man Allegedly Stabbed to Death by Girlfriend in Okahandja In a heartbreaking incident, a 34-year-old man, identified as Sebedeus Davis, met an untimely demise early Sunday morning. The Namibian Police Force's Otjozondjupa Crime Investigations Coordinator, Deputy Commissioner Edna Nawa, revealed that the cause of death was an alleged stabbing in the chest by his girlfriend at their residence in Okahandja. Deputy Commissioner Nawa informed close relatives of the victim on Sunday, shedding light on the somber circumstances surrounding Davis's […] today11 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Namibians Demand Accountability as Independence Anniversary Approaches: Activist Plans Protest on Youth Unemployment As Namibia approaches its 34th Independence Day celebration, a growing number of citizens are holding leadership accountable for unfulfilled promises. Michael Amushelelo, an activist from the Namibian Economic Freedom Fighters, is gearing up to host a protest on Independence Day, focusing on the pressing issue of youth unemployment. The Popular Democratic Movement's Parliamentarian Manuel Ngaringombe had this to say on the matter. today11 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia Issues Urgent Call for Life-Saving Unity in Blood Donation Drive In a compelling call to action, the Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia is rallying eligible and healthy donors to unite in a life-saving cause. Under the theme "The power of unity",, it will take center stage as individuals come together to donate blood, ensuring that countless lives are saved. Beyond its crucial role in emergencies like motor vehicle accidents, blood products are indispensable in various medical scenarios. Updating us on […] today11 March, 2024
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: NEFF Activist Michael Amushelelo Calls for Protest Against Youth Unemployment In a recent address to Future Media, General Saddam Hamshulelu, also known as the People's General, and a prominent member of the NEFF (Namibian Economic Freedom Fighters), provided an update on the upcoming protest scheduled for March 21st. The focus of the protest is high youth unemployment, a critical issue that has gripped the nation. The General began by highlighting the positive developments in the ongoing dialogue with the […] today11 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Director of Nutrition and Food Security Alliance of Namibia Explores Economic Impact of Youth Unemployment-Induced Malnutrition In an exploration of the consequences of youth unemployment, the unfortunate link to child hunger has surfaced as a critical concern. We interviewed Ben Schernick, the Director at the Nutrition and Food Security Alliance of Namibia, seeking to quantify the economic impact of malnutrition on the country. today11 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Internal Strife Threatens Unity of Landless People’s Movement Ahead of National Election The president of the Landless People's Movement, Bernadus Swartbooi, and his deputy, Henny Seibeb, reportedly have not communicated for over eight months, raising concerns about the party's cohesion leading up to the national election in November. Swartbooi and Seibeb, who co-founded the LPM in 2017, initially formed the party as a movement advocating social justice and equality. However, recent disagreements between the two leaders have led some party insiders to […] today11 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Local businessman Vaino Muvale, who runs an egg delivery business, spoke to us recently on what motivates his hustle Local businessman Vaino Muvale, who runs an egg delivery business, spoke to us recently on what motivates his hustle on a daily basis. The Eggscription owner had this to say. today11 March, 2024
