insert_link Namibia Rising Number of Angolan Children Prompts Action Authorities are intensifying efforts to manage the growing presence of Angolan children on Windhoek streets and in urban areas. Willem Snyman reports that Rauna Nyrokor of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, noted that although earlier operations repatriated 73 children and their mothers safely, comparable numbers continue to return, highlighting an ongoing issue. today21 October, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Digital Expert Warns of Growing Dangers on WhatsApp for Children Rising Risks on WhatsApp for Kids Digital safety expert Nrupesh Soni has sounded the alarm on increasing dangers facing children on WhatsApp, especially through the platform’s new unregulated channels. These channels, which lack moderation or rating systems, are flooding with adult content, gambling links, and child exploitation material. Shockingly, kids as young as 10 years old are being exposed to these risks. How Kids Are Being Targeted Soni explained that […] today17 July, 2025
insert_link South Africa SA community demands justice as Jayden-Lee Meek’s mother faces murder charges Jayden‑Lee and Tiffany Meek Johannesburg, 15 July 2025 – The Democratic Alliance in Johannesburg has described as distressing the arrest of Tiffany Meek, accused of murdering her 11-year-old son, Jayden‑Lee Meek, whose bruised body was discovered in May at the Fleurhof residential complex. Meek, aged 31, made her first court appearance yesterday at Roodepoort Magistrate’s Court, facing charges that include murder, crimen injuria, obstruction of justice, and attempting to defeat […] today15 July, 2025
Namibia Government responds to Okahandja crisis with immediate and long-term measures President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed Minister of Gender Equality and Child Welfare, Dr. Emma Kantema, to head a special Task Force following the tragic killings of three minors in Okahandja. Providing an update on government efforts, Dr. Kantema announced a series of safety, security, and psychosocial support measures aimed at restoring stability in the community and ensuring the protection of learners and residents. Minister of Gender Equality and Child […] today28 April, 2025
insert_link Namibia Okahandja Mayor requests protest delay amid Tourism Expo, sparking mixed reactions Okahandja Mayor Beatrice Kotungondo has called on residents to delay a planned protest over the recent murder of a child, urging them to wait until after the town's Tourism and Trade Expo. She cited concerns over maintaining stability for investors and the potential impact the demonstration could have on the event. While acknowledging the community's pain and outrage, Kotungondo appealed for patience, asking that the protest take place after the […] today25 April, 2025
insert_link World UNICEF Alarmed by Impact of Relentless Attacks on Ukraine’s Children The United Nations Children’s Fund has expressed alarm over relentless attacks on populated areas in Ukraine and their devastating impact on children. In Poltava, a missile strike on a residential building reportedly injured three children, while at least four others were wounded in Kramatorsk, Sumy, and Synelnykove. In the first two weeks of January alone, over one-thousand-600 people, including children, fled their homes in Donetsk and Kharkiv. UNICEF has emphasised […] today3 February, 2025
insert_link Africa Sub-Saharan Africa faces challenges in birth registration, says UNICEF The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund has reported that 80% of children under five were registered globally in the past five years but 150 million children remain unregistered, with over half in sub-Saharan Africa. While countries like Botswana and Côte d'Ivoire have made progress, barriers such as high costs, discrimination, and weak political commitment continue to hinder progress, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. today16 December, 2024
insert_link Africa South Africa is failing its youngest children – report flags critical gaps in early learning, social protection and health care By Wiedaad Slemming, University of Cape Town; Linda Biersteker, University of Cape Town, and Lori Lake, University of Cape Town Nearly 10 years ago South Africa outlined its commitment to invest in the health and development of young children. The National Integrated Early Childhood Development Policy of 2015 detailed government’s intention to provide a comprehensive set of services to pregnant women, young children and their families by […] today12 September, 2024
insert_link Local USAID-Funded Reach Namibia Donates 100 Tablets to Enhance Child Care and Protection Efforts in Namibia In a significant stride towards strengthening child protection services in Namibia, USAID through Project HOPE Namibia (PHN) has generously donated 100 tablets to the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare’s (MGEPESW) electronic case management system. The donation is set to enhance communication between social workers, government agencies, and community organizations, fostering a more coordinated and efficient response to child protection issues. By equipping social workers with […] today2 September, 2024
