insert_link Namibia Vice President Lucia Witbooi launched the Revised National Policy on Disability has launched the Revised National Policy on Disability and its Costed Implementation Plan, under the theme “Building an Inclusive Namibia: From Policy to Action.” Speaking in Windhoek, Witbooi said the updated policy aims to tackle challenges faced by persons with disabilities, including limited access to education, employment, and healthcare. The revised policy replaces the original 1997 framework and reaffirms Namibia’s commitment to equality, dignity, and non-discrimination for all citizens. today28 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia White Cane Day Commemorated in Oniipa (Photo:Maria Namuapal) By Maria Namupala Visually impaired individuals in Oniipa, Oshikoto Region, marked their annual International White Cane Day on Wednesday. The white cane, used by visually impaired people to navigate their surroundings, was first adopted in the United States in October 1964 and is celebrated annually on October 15. Speaking at the event, Emma Amadhila, regional coordinator of the Northern Association of the Visually Impaired (NAVI), explained that the […] today17 October, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Interview: Confusion and Delays Hit Youth Funding Submissions Frans Koita, a consultant for DKL Africa Consultations CC, has raised concerns over the rollout of the National Youth Fund, citing confusion and delays affecting many applicants across the country. Koita, speaking from Walvis Bay, explained that submissions were intended to be made only at governor offices, a clarification that came just 24 to 48 hours before the deadline. “The late announcement by the Minister of Finance left many young […] today5 September, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical New Health Charter to Strengthen Patient Services To improve healthcare delivery, the Health and Social Services Ministry has launched a Customer Service Charter focused on accessibility and quality. The charter seeks to eliminate financial barriers to healthcare while reinforcing the ministry’s commitment to fair and effective medical services. Executive Director Ben Nangombe emphasized its importance. The charter will be provided in various formats to ensure it is accessible to all citizens. today4 March, 2025
insert_link Local Bank of Namibia launches industry kick-off for instant payment programme The Bank of Namibia recently hosted the industry kick-off for the Instant Payment Programme (IPP), a transformative initiative aimed at enhancing financial inclusion and accessibility across the country. Mr. Marsorry Ickua, Officer in Charge at the Bank of Namibia, officiated at the event, highlighting the IPP’s commitment to inclusivity. The Instant Payment Solution is designed to be accessible on any device, including non-smartphones, ensuring that […] today1 July, 2024
insert_link Africa Walking in African cities can be a miserable experience: Accra study shows planners ignore needs of pedestrians By Seth Asare Okyere, University of Arizona; Daniel Oviedo, UCL; Louis Kusi Frimpong, University of Environment and Sustainable Development ; Matthew Abunyewah, Charles Darwin University, and Stephen Leonard Mensah, University of Memphis African cities aren’t welcoming places for pedestrians. Yet walking is free and, given the shortage of decent public transport, it’s often the only way for people to move around. More than 70% of Africa’s […] today8 May, 2024
insert_link Local Bank of Namibia launches the instant payment project to enhance financial inclusion. The Bank of Namibia today officially launched the Instant Payment Project, a pioneering initiative set to revolutionize financial services across Namibia. With a targeted official launch year of 2025, the project aims to significantly broaden financial inclusion by providing essential and affordable financial services to all whilst focusing on the rural and informal sectors which face logistical and financial challenges in accessing conventional banking services. In 2023, the […] today26 April, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Economic inclusion of people with disabilities cornerstone for Economic growth By Josef Kefas Sheehama It is indeed regrettable that people with disabilities continue to face exclusion from the economy. We are excluded from employment, skills training, education, and other critical areas of development. The latest reports indicated that 95% of people who have disabilities in the Kunene region are unemployed, while in the Khomas region, it is nearly 70% according to the Namibia Association for Wheelchair Users. […] today13 March, 2024
insert_link Science & Technology Brain-computer technology lets kids with disabilities move and play Eight-year-old Giselle Alnaser can't walk, lift her arms or speak — but for a couple of hours at a time, she can use her brain waves to move and play. When she concentrates on a specific thought, a brain-computer interface (BCI) can interpret those electrical brain signals into action, such as moving her wheelchair across the room to get a toy. today21 February, 2024
