insert_link Namibia LPM Youth Demands Depoliticisation of National Youth Council The Landless People’s Movement Youth Command has urged the depoliticisation of the National Youth Council. This call comes after a protest in Windhoek, where young people rejected the interim board appointed by Sport, Youth, and National Service Minister Agnes Tjongarero. LPM's Duminga Ndala shared her expectations with One Africa TV’s Josia Shiwedha. today17 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia High Court orders immediate action in National Youth Council case The High Court has issued a ruling in the matter between the National Youth Council (NYC) and protestors following a legal challenge regarding disruptions at the NYC’s premises in Windhoek. The court heard the application brought by the NYC and individuals, including Beverly Silas-Igaras, Dominic Mukumba, and the Minister of Sport, Youth, and National Service, against William Minnie, Julia Nekwaya, Jafet Amakali, and the Inspector General of the Namibian Police. […] today14 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Legal Challenge Over Board Removal at National Youth Council A legal letter has been sent to the Minister of Sports, Youth, and National Services, Agnes Tjongarero, concerning the removal of several board members from the National Youth Council. The affected members argue that the decision is unlawful, citing violations of the National Youth Council Act of 2009 and the Public Enterprises Governance Act of 2019. They demand immediate reinstatement or an assurance that the decision will not be […] today16 December, 2024
insert_link Namibia National Youth Council Launches NextGen Facility to Empower Youth Entrepreneurs National Youth Council has introduced the NextGen Facility Incubation programme to aid young entrepreneurs with loans between N$50,000 and N$100,000 as reported by The Brief. This initiative targets key sectors like sustainable agriculture, tourism, renewable energy, and natural resource management. Acting Director, Sircca Nghitila noted that the programme aims to support 20 to 30 entrepreneurs annually across all 14 regions of Namibia, ensuring fair access. Additionally, the facility will offer […] today4 June, 2024
