Somali education champion wins UN refugee prize

By Nina LARSON =(Video)= Geneva, Nov 28, 2023 (AFP) - A former Somali refugee intent on bringing books and education to his compatriots languishing in sprawling camps in Kenya was on Tuesday named the winner of the UN refugee agency's prestigious Nansen Award. Abdullahi Mire, 36, was hailed for championing the right to education by putting 100,000 books in the hands of children in Kenya's crowded Dadaab refugee camps. "A […]

November 28, 2023 9

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Rani Group avails 70 bursaries for distribution in 14 regions

The Rani Group has put aside N.dollars 1.4 million for 70 bursaries as part of educating a Namibian child. Company Managing Director Ali Dharani said they believe in building the community, hence their handover of scholarships for students from all the 14 regions. In an interview with Nampa, Dharani said they believe the biggest investment a person can ever make is by investing in the education of a child. The […]

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Omaheke first region to achieve full HPSI implementation

The Omaheke Region is the only region that has achieved 100 per cent for implementing the Health Promoting Schools Initiative (HPSI) as they covered all 47 schools in the region. For this the schools in the region, which include all public and private schools from primary to secondary, were recognised on Friday for improving health standards through this initiative. During the award ceremony at Gobabis, Omaheke Region Governor Pijoo Nganate […]

November 27, 2023 15

Namibia

Nedbank backs the Blush Foundation’s fight against period equality through the Nedbank desert dash

In the coastal town of Swakopmund, a team of determined individuals are gearing up for a challenge that stretches well beyond the typical test of endurance—the annual Nedbank Desert Dash. These are the members representing the Blush Foundation team, a group of social cyclists united by their zeal for cycling and by a cause: the eradication of period poverty within the bounds of Namibia. Across Namibia, countless young girls are […]

November 27, 2023 8

Namibia

UNICEF commends Namibia’s commitment to children’s rights

UNICEF Regional Director Etleva Kadilli has commended the Namibian government for championing children's rights. The UNICEF Director paid a courtesy call to President Hage Geingob and said prioritising education is the best strategy any government can adopt to ensure a bright future for the country. We asked Rosa Namises, an activist on gender issues, human rights violations, and violence against women and children whether she agrees.

November 22, 2023 35

Africa

Geingob and counterparts reassure children of rights and safety

The leaders of Namibia, Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe have reiterated their commitment to providing a safer environment for children in their countries. President Hage Geingob, President Mokgweetsi Masisi, Minister of Community Development and Social Services Doreen Mwamba and Vice President Kembo Mohadi attended the UNICEF World Children’s Day commemoration in Walvis Bay on Sunday, joining over 500 children and dignitaries from the four countries. The three-day event was held under […]

November 21, 2023 8

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Empowering the San: legal capacity building for Human Rights Access’ project launched

The Legal Assistance Centre (LAC) is pleased to announce the launch of a new EU-funded project ’Empowering the San: Legal Capacity building for Human Rights Access' on 15 November 2023. The project is funded by the European Union with EUR 330,000 (approximately 6.5 million Namibian Dollars), and implemented by the Legal Assistance Centre, in collaboration with other relevant stakeholders. The project will run for a period of three years. The […]

November 16, 2023 9

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Successful conclusion of the 11th annual model United Nations Namibia (MUNNAM) high school conference

The 11th annual Model United Nations Namibia (MUNNAM) High School Conference, hosted by the UN System in Namibia in collaboration with the British High Commission in Namibia, concluded with resounding success on November 2, 2023, at the UN House in Klein Windhoek. This year's conference, held from November 1st to 2nd, saw high school delegates from across Namibia engage in thought-provoking discussions centered on the theme "The rising burden of […]

November 15, 2023 13

Business / Economics

Celebrating Excellence: Old Mutual Foundation Applauds Outstanding Student Achievements at the 2023 Namibian Scholars’ Investment Challenge

The Old Mutual Foundation takes immense pride in honouring the exceptional achievements of the teams who have illuminated the investment landscape at the 2023 Namibian Scholars' Investment Challenge (NSIC). At the 2023 NSIC Awards Ceremony, the Old Mutual Foundation came together to celebrate their exceptional achievements in a competition jointly presented by the Namibian Stock Exchange (NSX) and Future Media. The NSIC, a platform for both university and secondary school […]

November 2, 2023 6

Education