Namibia Economic Performance under H.E. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

Namibia Economic Performance under H.E. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

Josef Kefas Sheehama As an independent economic and business researcher and board member of the African Council on Foreign Relations, I would like to celebrate Namibian history by extending my heartfelt congratulations to H.E. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, Namibia's first female president-in-waiting and therefore first female president of the Southern African Development Community (SADC). One must be familiar with Iceland's first female president, Vigdís Finnbogadottir, who was elected in 1980. […]

December 11, 2024 6 2

Namibia

BIG Coalition Applauds Nandi-Ndaitwa and Advocates for Universal Basic Income Grant

The Basic Income Grant Coalition of Namibia has congratulated President-elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwa on her election as the country's first female president. The coalition continues to advocate for the implementation of a Universal Basic Income Grant for all Namibians, emphasizing its importance in addressing poverty, unemployment, and economic inequality. Here's the coalition's Breschnev Katjito:

December 6, 2024 15

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Basic Income Grant Coalition of Namibia Applauds President-Elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwa and Continues to Advocate for a Universal Basic Income Grant for all Namibians.

The Basic Income Grant Coalition of Namibia congratulates Honorable Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwa on her election as President of the Republic of Namibia, historically Namibia’s first and Africa’s second female president. We took note of her promise of economic justice and freedom for all Namibians, as articulated during her campaign. In alignment with these promises, we strongly re-emphasize the need for implementing a Universal Basic Income Grant (UBIG) of at least […]

December 6, 2024 10

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Integration of Gender in Preparation of NDCs and LT-LEDS in East and Southern African Countries

Windhoek, Namibia — November 29, 2024 – The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Regional Collaboration Centre for East and Southern Africa, in partnership with UN Women and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT) and the Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia (EIF) held a three-day workshop focused on integrating gender considerations into Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and Long-Term Low-Emission Development Strategies […]

December 2, 2024 9

South Africa

Western Cape DA Urges Year-Round Action Against GBV

The DA in the Western Cape has emphasised the need for 365 days of action against gender-based violence as 16 Days of Activism begins. DA provincial social development spokesperson, Wendy Kaizer-Philander calls for systemic measures highlighting the province’s investment in safe homes and community partnerships, urging all sectors to prioritise sustained interventions to protect women and children:

November 26, 2024 13

Namibia

Men Stand Against GBV in Unique Cook-Off Competition

In a bold move to tackle gender-based violence, UN Namibia is hosting a Men's Cook-Off competition on November 22nd, as part of the global 16 Days of Activism. The event, to be held at the UN House in Windhoek, brings together men from various sectors to cook for a cause—advocating for gender equality. The competition marks the launch of a new partnership aimed at raising awareness and inspiring action […]

November 20, 2024 8

Namibia

Local Youth Shine at Model UN Conference

The 12th annual Model United Nations Namibia Conference concluded with high school learners recognized for their outstanding contributions on issues of gender equality and empowerment. Delegates from 16 schools participated, with awards for Best Delegation going to Hage Geingob High School and Windhoek International School, while speakers were praised for their display of diplomacy. British High Commissioner Charles Moore applauded the youth for their insights, expressing hope for a […]

November 8, 2024 9

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High School Learners Take Top Honours at MODEL UN Conference

Windhoek, 7 October 2024 – The 12th annual Model United Nations Namibia (MUNNAM) Conference took place on November 5-6, 2024, at the United Nations House in Klein Windhoek, where high school learners were honoured for their outstanding contributions during the closing ceremony. Jointly hosted by UN Namibia, the British High Commission, and the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture, the conference allowed learners to simulate a UN General Assembly […]

November 7, 2024 22

Namibia

SWAPO commits to women empowerment

SWAPO Party Women's Council Secretary, Fransina Kahungu, maintains that the ruling party has made progress in turning women's empowerment into a tangible reality. She adds that the party has proven the critics who doubted its 50/50 gender policy wrong.

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