My name is Irja Nghinyemwa, and I am writing from Walvis Bay to express my concern about the lack of job attachment and internship opportunities for occupational health and safety students in Namibia. Many companies, especially in construction and mining,…

A recent opinion by Legal Assistance Centre researcher Dianne Hubbard, published by The Namibian, argues that mandatory DNA testing of newborns violates privacy, dignity, and equality. While these concerns deserve weight, the argument overlooks equally vital values: a child’s right…

The transformation of Eneas Peter Nanyemba Road from a local artery into a dual carriageway should be a milestone of progress for Windhoek, yet the current implementation of high, restrictive kerbs suggests a design philosophy that prioritises high-speed transit over…

Dear minister Sanet Steenkamp, let me start by commending your outstanding leadership. Although words are not sufficient to narrate your achievements, they are visible. Before you assumed the role of minister, I saw how you actively brought change to the…

Traditional concepts of marriage, particularly the ethical and cultural definitions of husband and wife, have undergone radical transformation under modern socio-economic pressures. The blurring of traditional gender roles, especially as both partners become active economic agents, has redefined the emotional…

Now that we have celebrated our independence, it is time we rethink the use of Afrikaans in our schools. Namibia’s independence in 1990 marked the end of direct political control by the then minority white apartheid South Africa. Nevertheless, the…

The government’s intention to introduce universal free health coverage and make it comparable to the standards of Namibia’s private healthcare sector is bold and politically attractive. At its core, the idea is simple: No Namibian should be denied quality healthcare…

As a person who is extremely worried about president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah not following through on her promise to raise the old-age pension award to N$3 000 if elected, I am writing this letter. Pensioners were promised an increase to N$3…

This past independence Day, I stood among fellow Namibians celebrating the freedom our ancestors and freedom fighters made possible. But for me, celebration without reflection feels incomplete. Psychologically, politically, and physically, something is not right. Every day, travelling between Windhoek…

Namibia’s 2026/27 national budget was presented under the theme ‘People, Productivity and Prudence’. While the message suggests a focus on economic progress and responsible spending, a closer look at the budget reveals a noticeable gap between government spending priorities and…

Financial literacy IS the possession of skills, knowledge and behaviours required to make informed, effective, and smart money management decisions. It covers key concepts like budgeting, saving, investing, managing debt, and understanding interest rates. In Namibia, recruits at military training…

The local authorities Act and the Disaster Risk Management Act clearly establish the legal responsibilities of town councils in Namibia to protect communities from disasters such as floods, contaminated water, fires, and drought. These laws mandate local authorities to safeguard…