insert_link Namibia Oshikoto Region Recognizes Urgent Need to Prioritize Art Education Ester Leonard, head of the lifelong learning division in Oshikoto's Directorate of Education, Arts, and Culture, stresses the vital role of art in learners’ development. The directorate is conducting school visits to understand challenges faced by art teachers, leading up to a workshop later this year. Leonard highlights widespread neglect of art education in the region, despite it being a subject up to Grade 7, with many teachers lacking expertise […] todayMay 13, 2024 3
insert_link Entertainment ‘A Story of Bones’ documentary screens at Goethe-Institut The documentary ‘A Story of Bones’ was screened at the Goethe-Institut Namibia, followed by a panel discussion. This is after the documentary was shown around the world since its premiere in New York City in 2022. The film sheds light on the ongoing struggle for the proper memorialisation of the remains of thousands of formerly enslaved Africans in the British Overseas Territory of Saint Helena. Here’s Annina van Neel the […] todayApril 23, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia Geingob’s legacy immortalised in rock paintings In a tribute to commemorate the memory of the late President Hage Geingob, the Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture has included his name among the revered figures immortalized in Namibia's rock paintings. This symbolic gesture stands as a testament to the lasting impact of Geingob's legacy. Here’s the Ministry’s Deputy Director in the directorate of arts, Manfred Gaeb. todayFebruary 8, 2024 20
insert_link Namibia Ministry Prohibits Teachers from Charging Fees for Extra Classes The Education, Arts, and Culture ministry's Director for Programmes and Quality Assurance, Ayeesha Wentworth, emphasized that teachers are strictly prohibited from charging fees when conducting additional classes for their own students. Wentworth clarified that such sessions are integral to the school improvement strategy and should not incur any extra costs for the students or their parents. This statement comes in response to complaints from some parents who allege that certain […] todayFebruary 1, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia Education Ministry Approves New Primary School in Groot Aub to Address Overcrowding Issues The Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture has given the green light for the construction of an extra primary school in Groot Aub, Khomas Region. The Director of Education, Paulus Nghikembua revealed that the anticipated completion date for the new school is 2030. Groot Aub, situated approximately 60 kilometers south of Windhoek, has experienced significant growth, with its current population exceeding 24,000 residents. The settlement currently accommodates its expanding community […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 38
insert_link Interview Transcripts Bernard Jantze: Unveiling the Journey of Tse Ko Ro Be Nama //Gaus Drama: From Enthusiastic Beginnings to Viral Success In a recent conversation with Leonard Witbeen, Bernard Jantze- the creative force behind Tse Ko Ro Be Nama //Gaus Drama shed light on the inception and evolution of their unique project. The discussion delved into the roots of the drama, its organic growth, and the unexpected journey it has taken. The drama, as described by the creator, emerged spontaneously from a place of enthusiasm and an unconscious discovery of their […] todayJanuary 16, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia Education ministry opened 16 new schools The Education ministry has taken steps to tackle the issue of limited space during the academic year by inaugurating 16 new schools. Sanet Steenkamp, the executive director of the education ministry, highlighted this initiative, mentioning that it's on a smaller scale. Steenkamp also noted the provision of over 700 teaching positions to all regional directors. Additionally, the ED provided further details on the impending release of the Ordinary and Advanced […] todayJanuary 8, 2024 32
insert_link 10 1 Oshiwambo Oikakofimbo yopatatu moshikondo shelongo lopedu otashidulika yaalulwe, Steenkamp tati” Ouministy welongo lopedu, ounghulungu nomifyuululwakalo owati, ota utale keenghendabala dokwaalula oikakofimbo yopatatu yomafudepo momulandu welongo. Edi oda popiwa onghela kwao eli omunambelewa omukulunhu mouminsity welongo lopedu , pefimbo leenghundafana odo ali mudo nondjonghunda yoradio yomudidimbe yopashiwana onghela. Okwati omulandu welongo owali wafininikwa okutulapo oikako fimbo yopavali mo 2021 , onghalo oyo tati oyali yaetififwa ketukuko loudu wombuto yo COVID-19, oku kwashilipaleka eameno lounona meefikola. Okwati nonande euyepo loikako yopavali ola […] todayDecember 22, 2023 211 1 10
insert_link Namibia Nghipondoka says schools must demolish dilapidated buildings The Minister of Education, Arts and Culture Anna Ngipondoka said schools should demolish dilapidated buildings at their schools before they cause harm to learners and staff. Nghipondoka said this after observing Ihongo Combined School in Onyaanya circuit in the Oshikoto Region, which was established in 1925 by Finnish missionaries. It has two building blocks with six classrooms that are dilapidated completely. Nghipondoka also raised concern about teachers and learners failing […] todayDecember 12, 2023
Paying it forward: Kenyan coastal doctor Bashrahil Mohammed Mafudh has made it his life’s work to care for the most vulnerable in his community, at no cost.
