insert_link Local Solidarity and Support. Don’t Punish, with a focus on women and gender diverse people who use drugs – 26 June 2024 Y-Fem is a registered feminist human rights organization which is focused on feminism, women’s rights and movement building to ensure women’s can assert and demand their rights in all spheres of life. Y-Fem is focused on improving intersectional and inclusive coordination amongst organizations working in the women’s rights and feminist space in Namibia as well as movement building with a focus on rural grassroots level mobilizing. “Support. […] todayJune 26, 2024 23
insert_link Local EU-funded project promotes and protects the rights of the marginalized San communities The EU-funded project “Empowering the San: Legal Capacity Building for Human Rights” has officially been activated following a successful two-day inception workshop held from 19 – 20 June 2024, in Windhoek. This project is aimed at strengthening the rights and legal capacities of San communities across Namibia. The workshop was attended by an esteemed gathering of Chiefs, San people from across Namibia, San traditional and community leaders, […] todayJune 24, 2024 25
Local Hotel franchising in Africa shines brightly as a strong operating model for future growth Africa’s hospitality industry is on an upward trajectory with travel and tourism growing at a rapid pace. According to the first UNWTO World Tourism Barometer(1), the continent, alongside the Middle East and Europe, performed the strongest during 2023 with a 96% recovery of pre-pandemic visitors. Namibia is experiencing a similar recovery trend to its international hospitality counterparts. Last October, the Hospitality Association of Namibia announced the impressive performance of the tourism sector during the […] todayJune 24, 2024 27
insert_link Local Capricorn Group Changemakers donate winter items to vulnerable senior citizens On Friday, 21 June, Capricorn Group employees, in their role as Changemakers, demonstrated their commitment to making a positive impact in the community when they hosted a winter warmer event for vulnerable pensioners from Katutura Old Age Home and the Khomasdal Old Age Home. Changemakers donated winter items like knee blankets, socks, gloves, beanies, scarves and toiletries worth N$ 20 000.00. The employees further treated the elderly […] todayJune 24, 2024 6
insert_link 2 Local WIS launches teacher academy and lauds MAP growth results Today Windhoek International School ( WIS) formally launched the ‘WIS Teacher Academy’ in a ceremony held at the school auditorium in conjunction with the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture (MoEAC). The WIS Teacher Academy aims to elevate the quality of education in Namibia and the surrounding region by providing exceptional professional learning opportunities for educators. The academy's primary focus is to enhance teacher effectiveness, promote collaboration […] todayJune 21, 2024 78 2
insert_link Local Airbus releases its latest study identifying key unserved routes to boost air travel in Africa Global aerospace and aviation leader Airbus has released an analysis detailing several key unserved African routes which could provide greater connectivity for travellers, drive economic growth in local economies, and provide a significant boost in revenue for airlines. The company also highlighted data on Africa from its latest Global Market Forecast (GMF). Several of the top unserved routes identified in the analysis are concentrated in cities such as Lagos, Cape Town, Nairobi, Dakar, and Douala. […] todayJune 20, 2024 15
insert_link Local Gondwana Collection Namibia Celebrates Tour Operator Success at “Simply the Best” Evening Gondwana Collection Namibia recognised the outstanding contributions of its tour operator and consultant partners at the "Simply the Best" Operator Evening last night. The event acknowledged these partners' vital role in promoting Gondwana Collection Namibia's offerings and experiences to travellers. Top Performers Take Centre Stage The ceremony highlighted the achievements of top performers across Gondwana Collection, Namibia2Go, and Go2 booking platforms. Accommodation: Sense of Africa, […] todayJune 18, 2024 13
insert_link Local Unclaimed benefits for 176 GIPF members: an urgent call to action The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) provides various benefits to its members, such as Normal Retirement, Early Retirement, Resignation (also applicable to dismissals), Retrenchment, Disability benefit, Ill-Health Retirement, Death, and Funeral benefits. These benefits are due when a member is no longer employed and exits the Fund. Currently the GIPF holds millions in what is referred to as unclaimed benefits. Every staff member of a participating […] todayJune 18, 2024 12
insert_link Local The Capricorn Eagles expand to include the Under-19 women’s team Capricorn Group and its subsidiaries Capricorn Asset Management and Capricorn Private Wealth proudly announced the expansion of its sponsorship agreement with Cricket Namibia to include the Under-19 Women’s Cricket Team, further strengthening its commitment to developing women’s cricket in Namibia. This announcement was made at the opening ceremony of the Under 19 Capricorn Eagles series against Zimbabwe in Windhoek on 17 June. This sponsorship is in addition […] todayJune 18, 2024 9
