I am a first-year student at the International University of Management (IUM) studying sustainable ocean and aquaculture management. I am compelled to raise concern regarding safety issues at our beaches and the jetty at Swakopmund. Swakopmund and neighbouring towns like…

The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has announced a seismic shift in the country’s political landscape. With hundreds of thousands of young Namibians registered to vote, last week’s presidential and National Assembly elections were set to be profoundly influenced by…

I’m writing to express my concerns about Namibia’s inadequate soccer stadiums. This situation hampers the development of sport and limits the potential hosting of international tournaments, which could bring our nation pride and recognition. Soccer is a global sport that…

Major world summits have been held to discuss climate change, and Namibia has been no stranger to it. Last year was regarded the hottest year on record. Namibia has experienced weather patterns changing in the form of flash floods and…

Namibia has a very high unemployment rate, which is among the highest in the world. This is accompanied by a high crime rate and all sorts of other social ills. A sovereign country relatively big in size with a very…

Accurate census data is crucial for a wide array of national interests, including economic development, transportation, healthcare, education, business planning and overall decision-making. The recent census data should always inform and guide us in going forward as a nation. The…

Documentary evidence play a pivotal role in solving issues – whether in criminal or civil proceedings, or just in public and private administration. A document serves as evidence to prove something, or certain material facts. It’s a crucial aspect that…

The government should prioritise the introduction of African languages in the education system over Asian languages. Educating the masses must be done in the languages of the masses so that development becomes a mass phenomenon. Africa in general and Namibia…

I am reaching out to share a concern I believe touches all of us who care deeply about Namibia’s reputation as a world-class travel destination. As many travellers, locals, and tour operators have noted recently on social media, the road…

The election of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States (US) could have profound consequences domestically and globally, with significant implications for Namibia and the African continent. Trump’s ‘America first’ approach, shaped by economic nationalism, could disrupt…

Namibia’s economy reportedly grew by N$5.3 billion in the first three months of 2024. However, these figures do not translate to addressing the underlying issues of economic exclusion, the high unemployment rate, inequality, poverty and hunger. Economist and business researcher…

Many projects which were started since independence have never been finalised. We see unfinished buildings and dirty, empty erven at towns. If each and every muncipality has a few of these, there may be more than 30 such projects all…