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11 Jan

NFA withdraws Brave Warriors official attire amid political controversy

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Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has decided to withdraw the official attire of the Namibia National Senior Men’s Football Team, the Brave Warriors, from the upcoming 2023 Total Energies AFCON. This decision comes in the wake of a public outcry over the team’s recent appearance in casual gear that raised concerns of political undertones. The NFA, in collaboration with the Namibia Sports Commission (NSC), in a joint statement reveals that they are seeking clarity on the attire worn by the Brave Warriors, which gained significant attention on social media platforms this week. “The NSC and NFA understand the…

11 Jan

Horrific murder and rape in Rehoboth shock Namibia

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Niël Terblanché An incident during the early hours of Tuesday morning in Rehoboth where the 64-year-old Helena Wimmert was brutally raped, murdered and then robbed has sent shockwaves through Namibia. According to Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, the head of the Namibian Police’s Public Relations Division, the horrific crime occurred at the victim’s home in Rehoboth’s Block A sometime between midnight and 07:40. “The victim was raped before the suspect continued to cut her throat. Her home was then ransacked for valuable items before the suspect fled into the night with his loot,” she said. She said that the investigation into…

11 Jan

Uanguta appointed as new NAMCOR Acting Managing Director

ObserverNational NewsEbson Uanguta, Uanguta appointed as new NAMCOR Acting Managing Director

Erasmus Shalihaxwe The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR) Board of Directors have announced the appointment of Ebson Uanguta, to serve as the new Acting Managing Director. Uanguta is currently serving as the Deputy Governor of the Bank of Namibia, and his appointment at NAMCOR will be effective from 11 January 2024 and will be for a period of six months. Uanguta is set to replace Shiwana Ndeunyema who has been serving in that capacity since the suspension of NAMCOR Managing Director Immanuel Mulunga last year. The board said Uanguta, is a graduate of the University of Addis Ababa with…

11 Jan

IPC faces high demand for membership cards as support grows

ObserverNational NewsImmanuel Nashinge, IPC faces high demand for membership cards as support grows

Stefanus Nashama The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) is feeling the pressure to print more membership cards as the party experiences a surge in new members joining daily. Immanuel Nashinge, the IPC’s National Spokesperson, shared this revelation with the Windhoek Observer yesterday. “Our door-to-door campaign has yielded positive results, attracting a diverse range of people who have been joining IPC over the past two years,” he stated. Nashinge attributed the need for additional membership cards to party staff members who are currently on holiday. He highlighted the increasing number of individuals flocking to the party as a clear sign that…

11 Jan

Erongo Region takes holistic approach to combat GBV

ObserverNational NewsErongo Region takes holistic approach to combat GBV, Neville Andre

Niël Terblanché The Erongo Region is taking a proactive stance in combatting gender-based violence (GBV) by adopting a holistic approach that involves all segments of society. Despite significant strides in human rights and gender equality, the scourge of GBV continues to pose a grave challenge for especially women and children in Namibia. In response to this pressing issue, the Governor of the Erongo Region, Neville Andre has unveiled a comprehensive strategy to address GBV while stressing the urgent need for a collective effort. Andre said that GBV is one of the most pervasive yet least visible human rights violations globally.…

11 Jan

More than 10,000 learners qualify for Grade 12

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Martin Endjala The Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture has proudly announced that a total of 10,261 students out of 40,682 who took the full-time 2023 national examinations have successfully qualified to proceed to the Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS), formerly known as Grade 12, this year. This remarkable achievement represents 25.2 percent of the total candidates, marking an increase of 3.8 percent compared to the 21.4 percent who qualified in 2022. According to education regulations, these successful candidates may choose to advance to Grade 12 at the AS level in 2024 or continue their tertiary education journey with their Namibia…

10 Jan

Late delivery of state school stationery disappoints Swapo

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Stefanus Nashama Hofni Iipeinge, the Swapo Party Secretary of Education, has expressed deep disappointment and concern about the delayed delivery of school stationery to state schools. Sharing his views on the matter this week, Iipeinge stated that while the government has implemented free universal education in the country, the late provision of school supplies to state schools negatively impacts the education of Namibian children. "Education is a right but not a need. The Ministry responsible should take this matter seriously and implement effective interventions to ensure that funds for school stationery reach all state schools on time before the schools…

10 Jan

FIFA Expert on Health and wellbeing of female footballers in focus

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An enhanced focus on women’s specific sports science is essential for the future growth of the game and the protection of female athletes according to Dr Georgie Bruinvels. Dr Bruinvels, a FIFA Expert who works for Orreco and spoke at the recent FIFA Women’s Football Convention in Sydney says increased research is crucial as women’s football undergoes an unprecedented period of growth and professionalism. It is an area which falls under one of the pillars of FIFA’s Women’s Football Strategy: Educate & Empower. Dr Bruinvels says only 6 per cent of sports science research is exclusively focussed on females. “Obviously…

10 Jan

Mastering Success: Embracing the Kaizen Way for Continuous Improvement and Innovation

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Kaizen, a term originating from Japanese meaning "change for the better," embodies a philosophy deeply rooted in the pursuit of constant progress. It's not merely about monumental shifts but the accumulation of small, consistent improvements that elevate various aspects of life over time. Consider the minutiae of a morning routine, organizing a workspace or refining a to-do list. These small, habitual improvements mirror the Kaizen approach, valuing gradual changes over sudden leaps. Kaizen advocates for a mindset that appreciates the significance of incremental progress. Think about the evolution of a favourite automobile. Each model doesn't emerge as a revolutionary transformation;…

10 Jan

MTC and TASA join forces for sustainable tourism growth

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Martin Endjala Mobile Telecommunication Company (MTC) and the Tour and Safari Association of Namibia (TASA) have joined forces to explore a strategic collaboration aimed at bringing innovative solutions to the travel and tourism sector. Due to the constant demand for innovation, the two organizations are working together to harness their resources for an improved user experience and sustainable tourism growth. Elton Katangolo, MTC's Acting Chief Commercial Officer, pointed out the importance of the tourism sector to Namibia’s economy while asserting MTC's commitment to incubate and implement digital service transformation. “Smart partnership is engraved in our makeup, and it excites me…