Progress

Khomas Governor Urges Namibians to Honor Nujoma’s Legacy

Khomas Regional Governor Laura McLeod-Katjirua has called on Namibians to honor the legacy of the late Founding Father, Dr. Samuel Daniel Shafiishuna Nujoma, by prioritizing education and health. Reflecting on his contributions, she described him as a selfless leader dedicated to Namibia’s liberation and development. McLeod-Katjirua urged citizens to embody his spirit of service to preserve the freedoms he fought for. She emphasized that Nujoma’s unwavering dedication should serve as […]

15 February, 2025 23 4

South Africa

S.A’s Ramaphosa calls for global cooperation to tackle 21st century challenges

S.A's Ramaphosa calls for global cooperation to tackle 21st century challenges such as climate change, pandemics, poverty, and geopolitical tensions. In his address, he stressed that united action is crucial to addressing these crises and ensuring progress for all nations. Ramaphosa urged world leaders to prioritise collaboration, and highlighted the role of institutions like the G20 in promoting solidarity and inclusive growth, particularly for the world’s poorest and most […]

22 January, 2025 23

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Namibia

Mayor Irene Simeon-Kurtz Defends Usakos Council Against Allegations

Usakos Mayor Irene Simeon-Kurtz addressed allegations against the Usakos Town Council, asserting that claims of stagnation and mismanagement are misleading. She highlighted ongoing community development initiatives, including water supply improvements and vocational training programs, while emphasizing the council's commitment to transparency and progress in the town.

4 November, 2024 53 2

Entertainment

This is how President Ramaphosa got to the 25% figure of progress in land reform in South Africa

By Johann Kirsten, Stellenbosch University and Wandile Sihlobo, Stellenbosch University Nearly three decades into democracy, land reform remains central to South Africa’s transformation policies and agricultural policy. We have over the years pointed out that the progress on land reform has been incorrectly reported. It’s been consistently understated. We have argued that, if the statistics are treated carefully, the progress has been much better than politicians […]

22 March, 2024 34

Namibia

Namibian delegation attends seminar on peace and security in Algeria

Penda Naanda, the Executive Director of the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, is leading the Namibian Delegation to the 10th High-Level Seminar on Peace and Security in Africa. The event, themed "Celebrating 10 Years of Progress and Cooperation: A Decade of Transformation and Innovation, reaching new heights together," is taking place in Oran, Algeria, from December 17 to 18, 2023.

18 December, 2023 35

Namibia

President Geingob defends international travel

President Hage Geingob has called on the media to concentrate their reporting on important issues instead of trivial ones like the travel allowance of politicians. During his annual press briefing at State House on Monday, Geingob digressed from his prepared speech to address the media criticism of his and his ministers’ traveling, reportedly to benefit from travel and subsistence allowances (S&Ts). “You see how I am standing here, because I […]

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