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 Namibia Brakwater Struggle Kids Feel Forgotten on Heroes Day Residents of the Brakwater Camp Ndilimani, known as struggle kids, say Heroes Day no longer holds value for them. According to Josia Shigwedha, they contend that while independence came through immense sacrifice, they continue to face unemployment and poor living conditions, with little government support to change their situation. today27 August, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Nekundi Warns Against Import Preference. Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi has reinforced the call for ministries to support local procurement, warning against purchasing foreign goods over domestic alternatives. He emphasised that supporting local producers drives job creation, empowerment, and economic growth. today21 August, 2025
insert_link Dr. Sam Nujoma Dr. Kamwi Hails Nujoma as an Empowering Leader Dr. Richard Kamwi has commended the late founding father, Sam Nujoma, for his leadership and commitment to empowering others. Speaking to One Africa TV NewsOnOne’s Selma Taapopi, Kamwi recalled how Nujoma first appointed him as deputy health minister before later elevating him to minister in 2005. Catch the full bulletin on oneafrica.tv and weeknights at 7 on GoTv 84, DSTV on 284 or stream on oneafrica.tv today12 February, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Activist Rinaani Musutua on Poverty and Accountability in Namibia In a recent interview, Rinaani Musutua, a prominent activist, opened up about the persistent issues of poverty and the lack of accountability within Namibia's leadership. Reflecting on the promises made at independence, Musutua highlighted that citizens were promised prosperity, equality, and an end to poverty, yet, decades later, many still face significant challenges. She emphasized that despite the country’s progress in certain areas, poverty remains widespread, and those who […] today29 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Roads Authority Graduation Ceremony Supports SMEs in Tender Processes The Roads Authority hosted a five-day graduation ceremony in Windhoek aimed at empowering Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises with insights into tender processes. Spokesperson Hileni Fillemon provided further details on the initiative. today5 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa S.A’s agriculture organisation sees red flags for the future economy S.A's agriculture organisation TLU SA says it continue to see red flags for the future of South Africa’s economy. the organisation's Bennie van Zyl says instead of focusing on educating and empowering people on how to create wealth and play a responsible role in the economy, the government is engaging in emotional, ideological practices that put South Africa’s economic future at risk: today4 November, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical Surviving breast cancer: Nigerian women share their stories By Candi Nwakasi, University of Connecticut “I believe I will still beat it again.” These are the words of a Nigerian woman, Didi, who feared a recurrence of her cancer – but saw herself as a survivor. Her attitude is becoming more common everywhere as more people are living after a cancer diagnosis. Though populations are growing and ageing, and cancer incidence […] today9 July, 2024
insert_link Lifestyle Visual artist Bambo Sibiya celebrates everyday women in “Ngemva Kokuqubuka – After Precarity By Phendu Kuta, bird story agency Inspired by his single mother, who raised three children while working as a domestic worker, visual artist Bambo Sibiya has framed her as a superhero for his solo exhibition, “Ngemva Kokuqubuka – After Precarity.” Sibiya’s exhibition, currently showing at Circa Gallery in Johannesburg from June 1 to July 27, is an ode to the beauty, dignity, and strength of […] today18 June, 2024
