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05 Sep

The Significance of the Fourth Industrial Revolution for Africa

info_e12wt4csOpinionsFourth Industrial Revolution (4IR)

Tomas Nashongo Africa, with its vast and diverse population, continues to grapple with challenges such as poverty, which many can trace back to historical factors like colonialism and current issues related to governance and stability. However, in recent years, the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) has emerged as a transformative force, offering the continent a unique chance to confront these challenges and stimulate economic growth. The 4IR is defined by the integration of advanced technologies, including robotics, artificial intelligence (AI). This blend of technologies holds the promise of transforming entire industries in Africa. For instance, robotics could help address labor shortages,…

05 Sep

UN cybercrime treaty enables threatening state intrusion

info_e12wt4csOpinionsUN convention on cybercrime

Flawed treaty will provide cover for installing a highly problematic law in Namibia Frederico Links Alarm has reverberated around the world following the adoption of the draft UN convention on cybercrime in early August 2024 by the Ad Hoc Committee of the UN General Assembly specifically created to draft such a treaty. What is fueling the alarm within the global human rights community is the fact that the draft convention, which is set to be adopted by the UN General Assembly (UNGA) over coming months, has been adopted without addressing critical flaws in the treaty text that threatens to further…

05 Sep

Choosing best perfectionist of capitalism, and the continuous exploitation of workers

info_e12wt4csOpinionsNational Assembly and Presidential Elections

Kae Matundu-Tjiparuro In anticipation of the forthcoming National Assembly and Presidential Elections this November, there has been a cry about the lack of manifestos by most of the political parties, and/or the late production thereof. Yours Truly Ideologically instead has been thinking this has been much ado about nothing. Because election after election political parties have been coming forth with manifestos. Most of which, for all intents and purposes, have remained unfulfilled for those that has never had the opportunity to implement them because of failing to grab the reigns of governance. For those which has been in governance all…

04 Sep

Namibia Youth Games fixtures confirmed

info_e12wt4csFeatured, SportsNamibia Sports Commission (NSC)

Hilarius Hamutenya The countdown began for the thrilling third edition of the Namibia Youth Games when the Namibia Sports Commission (NSC) released the fixtures. The draw for the fixtures took place in Windhoek on Wednesday. The games, set to ignite the sporting scene from September 11 to 15, will take place in the towns of Oshakati, Ondangwa, and Ongwediva in the Oshana Region. Teams from all 14 regions will showcase their talent across football, volleyball, and netball. Male and female teams from all 14 regions will participate in the games. All regions will send netball and football teams. For basketball,…

04 Sep

Kavango East governor backs elephant culling as drought relief measure

info_e12wt4csMainBonifatius Wakudumo, elephant culling

Hertta -Maria Amutenja Kavango East governor Bonifatius Wakudumo has voiced strong support for the government's proposal to cull elephants and other wildlife for drought relief measures. Wakudumo argues that culling is essential for maintaining a balance between human and wildlife needs and offers a different perspective, supporting culling as a necessary measure. “When we have good rain and the people have cultivated their crops, that is when we start to experience serious problems as elephants destroy people’s crops. In the absence of good rain, grazing for both cattle and elephants becomes minimal, increasing the risk of competition for resources. While…

04 Sep

PDM parliamentarian says Public Gatherings Bill is a step back to apartheid-era repression

info_e12wt4csNational NewsAlbert Kawana, Public Gatherings Bill

Erasmus Shalihaxwe Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) member of parliament Nico Smit has warned that the proposed Public Gatherings Bill could regress the country to the repressive conditions of the apartheid era. Apartheid restricted citizens' ability to gather and express their political views. Smit made these comments on Tuesday in Parliament while participating in the discussion of the bill that Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security Albert Kawana introduced last month. “This bill, reminiscent of apartheid-era restrictions, emerges precisely as Namibians increasingly exercise their right to public gatherings to voice critical concerns about the current administration,” Smit said. The…

04 Sep

Dienda criticises pension payments done ‘under trees’

info_e12wt4csNational NewsDoreen Sioka, Epupa Investment Technology

Erasmus Shalihaxwe Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) Member of Parliament Elma Dienda has criticised the method of paying pensioners their old age grant as stressful and unacceptable. According to Dienda, the current practice of giving pensioners payments under trees is unacceptable, especially after Epupa Investment Technology has held the contract for more than a decade. Dienda is calling on the ministry to take action to improve service delivery. Dienda made these remarks on Tuesday in parliament while questioning Doreen Sioka, the Minister of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare. ‘’What is the total value of the current 5-year contract? What…

04 Sep

Mbumba champions Namibian’s investment potential in Beijing

info_e12wt4csNational NewsAlfredo Hengari, Chinese investors, Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC)

Erasmus Shalihaxwe President Nangolo Mbumba held several meetings with Chinese investors in Beijing, China, at the ongoing ninth Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Presidential press secretary, Alfredo Hengari said on Wednesday that the Chinese investors have expressed interest in different sectors of the Namibian economy, including mining, tourism, renewable energy, and infrastructure. Mbumba along with other African leaders, are participating in the forum that started on Wednesday. He is also expected to hold a courtesy meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Mbumba has urged Chinese business people to continue investing in Namibia, stating that there is no reason why they…

04 Sep

FIMA still under review

info_e12wt4csNational NewsFinancial Institutions Markets Act (FIMA), Kenneth Matomola

Martin Endjala The technical committee under the Ministry of Finance is still scrutinising the Financial Institutions Markets Act (FIMA). The Windhoek Observer understands that while public consultations have concluded, the research component is still ongoing, and findings have yet to be presented to the finance minister. During a media engagement last week in Windhoek, Namibia Financial Institution Supervisory Authority’s (Namfisa) chief executive officer, Kenneth Matomola stated that FIMA can only come into effect once the minister gives the green light. “As it stands now, FIMA can only come into force once the minister says, ‘Yes, let’s go and implement,’” he…

04 Sep

City Police struggle to secure crime-ridden former Club Pamodzi

info_e12wt4csNational NewsClub Pamodzi, Windhoek City Police

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Windhoek City Police are facing several challenges as they seek to secure the abandoned building in Rykmans Dorp, formerly known as Club Pamodzi. This site has been a hotspot for criminal activities since its closure in 2015, leading to mounting safety concerns among nearby residents. The spokesperson of the Windhoek City Police, Marceline Murapo, highlighted the difficulties in resource allocation and communication between various stakeholders. “The rapid population growth in Windhoek has contributed to rising crime rates, necessitating a comprehensive approach to urban safety and law enforcement,” she stated. Last week, a woman and her two sons…