insert_link Opinion Pieces Russia-Africa Partnership Under Scrutiny: Draft Joint Statement Of On-going Forum Sparks Concerns Over Neocolonialism and Deceit By Khwima Nkhonjera The first Ministerial Conference of the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum has kicked off in Sochi, Russia, amid headlines about the gathering not just being about strengthening bilateral ties. A joint statement drafted for the summit has raised eyebrows, with claims of cooperation which pro-democracy supporters argue are “misleading” or “downright false.” This two-day gathering, organised by Roscongress Foundation, seeks to implement decisions made at the 2023 summit […] today12 November, 2024
insert_link Opinion Pieces Bridging the Artificial Intelligence Skills Gap: Equipping Namibia’s Workforce for a Digital Future Wednesday, 6 November 2024 - We are living in a world of rapid change. Artificial intelligence is continuously changing how we do our jobs, and Namibians need to upskill to adapt to the changes stemming from this transformation. AI is no longer something of the future; it's very real and very present in today's work environments, which, especially in fields such as financial services, are heavily reliant on the automation of […] today6 November, 2024
insert_link Opinion Pieces Affordable Housing: A Key Driver for Sustainable Development Monday, 4 November 2024 - Affordable housing is one of the key aspects for development in Namibia. In response to the country's pressing housing needs, Old Mutual Namibia launched its Housing Fund in August 2024. With an initial capital of N$50 million, the initiative is set to provide critical financial support for affordable housing projects, aimed at addressing the growing demand for accessible and affordable housing in the […] today4 November, 2024
insert_link Opinion Pieces Curating data for political purposes: NSA credibility destroyed. Rowland Brown Opinion On the 30th of October, the Namibia Statistics Agency’s (NSA) released the 2023 Census report, around a year after the data collection for the same was completed. However, despite collecting labour force data and employment/unemployment data, in a turn of events more worthy of North Korea than Namibia, this was excluded from the report, a notable change to previous Census reports. This means that the latest official […] today1 November, 2024
insert_link Opinion Pieces FEATURE ARTICLE THE COMPLIANCE ADVANTAGE: HOW ADHERING TO LICENSING CONDITIONS AND REPORTING TIMELINES DRIVES SUCCESS IN TELECOMMUNICATION AND BROADCASTING 21 OCTOBER 2024- WINDHOEK In the ever-evolving landscape of telecommunications and broadcasting, compliance is not just a regulatory requirement, it is also the bedrock of long-term success. While licensing conditions and compliance procedures might seem like mere formalities to companies in these industries, they are, in fact, essential safeguards that protect the integrity of services and can set apart licensees in either thriving in a competitive market or facing steep […] today21 October, 2024
insert_link Opinion Pieces Turning Aspirations into Action: A Renewed UN-Namibia Partnership to Reduce Inequality and Empower Youth By Hopolang Phororo Just less than six years until the expiration of Agenda 2030 on Sustainable Development, wars and conflicts are raging, climate change is taking its toll, and we are faced with so much uncertainty, but hope remains. A month ago, the Pact for the Future was adopted at the General Assembly, setting a vision for multilateralism so that the world can deliver on its promises. Some are […] today21 October, 2024
insert_link Africa Research into Polymer biodegradation studies Dr Julia Puseletso Mofokeng, from the UFS’s Department of Chemistry, is doing research into biodegradable polymers for application in disposable product packaging. BLOEMFONTEIN, 1 October 2024: A researcher from the University of the Free State (UFS) is contributing to the fight against plastic pollution through her research into biodegradable polymers – large, chain-like molecules – as a more environmentally friendly alternative to petroleum-based plastics. Plastic pollution is a global […] today2 October, 2024
insert_link Africa Caine Prize for African Writing: Nadia Davids on her winning story about women and freedom Women in stocks in the 1500s. clu/Getty Images By Nadia Davids, University of Cape Town South African playwright, academic, novelist and short story writer Nadia Davids is the winner of the 2024 Caine Prize for African Writing. It’s an important award that has played a significant role in shaping the career trajectories of numerous African writers. She received the prize for her exquisitely written and disturbing short story […] today23 September, 2024
insert_link Opinion Pieces Lord Kelvin: how the 19th century scientist combined research and innovation to change the world Statue of Lord Kelvin in Glasgow. University of Glasgow, CC BY-SA By Martin Hendry, University of Glasgow “What got you into astrophysics?” It’s a question I’m often asked at outreach events, and I answer by pointing to my early passion for exploring the biggest questions about our universe. Well, along with seeing Star Wars at an impressionable age. This fascination with the fundamental is a well-trodden path for […] today19 September, 2024
