insert_link Africa Happy smiling African children: why school tourism in Zimbabwe shouldn’t be encouraged Children will often sing and dance for visiting tourists. Pascal Deloche/GODONG Kathleen Smithers, Charles Sturt University A large, air-conditioned bus draws up outside a school. Tourists, most from Europe and the US, disembark, cameras at the ready. Some have brought gifts: packages of pens and pencils. They distribute these to the children, who spontaneously begin singing and dancing. This scene and others like it play out in schools around the […] todayMarch 11, 2024 7
Local NIEC 2024: Unveiling the Future of Energy in Namibia with Premier Sapphire Sponsors RMB, Shell, and Chevron The Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC), renowned as “The gathering” for energy sector deliberations in Namibia, proudly announces its Sapphire sponsors for the upcoming 2024 conference: RMB, Shell, and Chevron. This collaboration underscores the pivotal role of sponsorship in steering the conversations and innovations that will chart the future course of Namibia's energy sector. Selma Shimutwikeni, the founder of RichAfrica Consultancy and convener of the NIEC, extends a heartfelt thank […] todayMarch 11, 2024 36
insert_link Lifestyle From bridge to chess, why men outperform women at ‘mindsports’ – and what to do about it Elite bridge player Margherita Chavarria from Italy. Francesca Canali from the World Bridge Federation, CC BY-SA Samantha Punch, University of Stirling Why do men strongly outperform women at “mindsports” such as chess and bridge? Mindsports mainly use the brain and require skills such as memory, critical thinking, problem solving, strategic planning, mental discipline and judgment. Without physical differences in strength, how do we explain why the top level of such […] todayFebruary 20, 2024 26
insert_link Local NVF tourneys get a N$460 000 boost from Bank Windhoek Over the past ten years, Bank Windhoek has supported and invested over N$2 million into the Namibian Volleyball Federation’s (NVF) tournament events. This information was recently shared by the Bank’s Head of Stakeholder Engagement, Corporate Social Responsibility, and Sponsorships, Bronwyn Moody, when she announced another N$460 000 sponsorship towards hosting NVF’s annual volleyball tournaments. “As a connector of positive change, this sponsorship demonstrates our continued support and commitment to […] todayFebruary 13, 2024 19
insert_link Local NCF hosts the National Chess Championships Qualifiers From Thursday, 11 January until Sunday, 14 January 2024, the Namibia Chess Federation (NCF) hosted the Namibia National Chess Qualifiers in Windhoek. In a thrilling display of strategic brilliance and tactical prowess, the participating players showcased their chess talent during the contest. The stakes were high as the top five players from the men and the women’s sections would secure a coveted spot in the Namibia National Chess […] todayJanuary 16, 2024 17
insert_link Africa The LifeCare Better Together Mara Medical Camp treats its 12,000th patients On December 4th and 5th 2023, Lifecare International hosted its annual Better Together Mara Medical Camp, an impactful healthcare initiative benefitting the communities in and around the Maasai Mara. Lifecare endeavoured to enhance the community’s health and wellbeing with free medical treatment, surgeries, and medication, conducted at Sekenani Medical Centre in Narok South and Oloolaimutia in Narok West. The 2023 edition treated 3587 patients, bringing the total number of […] todayDecember 20, 2023 92
insert_link Africa Unlocking Prosperity: The 2024 RegTech Africa Conference set to redefine data governance for growth The anticipation builds as the third annual RegTech Africa Conference is set to once again bring together industry leaders, regulators, policymakers, and key stakeholders in the 2024 edition scheduled for the 23rd and 24th of May in Lagos - Nigeria. With a focus on "Harnessing Partnerships for Africa's Prosperity – Bridging the Data Trust Gap," this hybrid event transcends the traditional conference experience, promising a profound exploration of the role […] todayDecember 12, 2023 7
insert_link 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 […] todayNovember 27, 2023 8