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Niël Terblanché Between January and February 2024, Bank Windhoek’s Marketing and Corporate Communication Services Department donated toiletries and stationery items to the Baumgartsbrum Farm School and the Rocky Crest High School in Windhoek. According to Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Marketing and Corporate Communication Services, Jacquiline Pack, the initiative is part of the bank’s Empathy Project. Situated about 20 kilometres from Windhoek towards the Daan Viljoen dam, Baumgartsbrum Farm School is a government boarding school accommodating 280 learners from less privileged backgrounds, mainly from the surrounding farms. Upon receiving the donations, the school’s Principal, Maureen Gariseb, expressed her gratitude to…

Niël Terblanché The Minister of Education, Arts and Culture, Ester Anna Nghipondoka, urged young Namibians at the launch of the MTC Teen Inspirational Summit to embrace the hero within themselves. The minister stated that under the inspiring theme "Be Your Own Hero," the summit will aim to light a fire of ambition and self-belief in the hearts of teenagers navigating the complexities of modern life. In her opening address, Nghipondoka painted a vivid picture of the challenges and uncertainties facing today's youth, likening the journey of adolescence to standing at the base of a daunting mountain. Yet, amidst these challenges,…

Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Minister of Information, Communication and Technology (MICT) Peya Myshelenga, has advised institutions that wish to organize big memorial services to honour late President Hage Geingob to obtain approval from the National Preparatory Committee at the ministry. Mushelenga announced this yesterday while providing updates on the funeral preparation for the late Head of State. He said various institutions can plan their events to mourn the departed Head of State in a befitting manner. However, institutions that would like to host big memorial services should obtain approval from the National Preparatory Committee that was convened by the President through…

Stefanus Nashama Young political figures from across Namibia, known for their vigorous engagement with the government and their influence on policy during President Hage Geingob’s tenure, have momentarily set aside their differences to honour his legacy. Prominent among them are Job Amupanda, leader of the Affirmative Repositioning (AR) movement; Michael Amushelelo, a noted social activist with the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEEF); Ally Angula, who has declared her independent presidential candidacy for the 2024 elections; Inna Hengari, a lawmaker from the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM); and Kadhila Amoomo, a prominent lawyer. Despite their frequent criticism of President Geingob’s policies, particularly…

Martin Endjala While paying tribute to President Hage Geingob, the Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) stressed the significant advancements made in the tourism industry and conservation sectors under his leadership. Acknowledging the vital contribution of tourism to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), President Geingob was praised for his dedication to ensuring the safety and security of tourists, a factor deemed essential for the industry's growth and sustainability. Nelson Ashipala, the Corporate Communications Manager at NWR, commended the former President's visionary leadership, which has had a lasting impact on Namibia's conservation and tourism landscape. "Dr. Geingob's legacy in promoting growth, sustainability, and…

Niël Terblanché By investing in a comprehensive statistical framework, Namibia is setting a precedent for how data can be leveraged to enhance agricultural productivity, environmental sustainability, and economic growth, ensuring the sector's resilience and competitiveness on both a regional and global scale. In an ambitious move to revolutionize its agricultural sector, Namibia has placed a solid emphasis on the role of accurate statistics to empower farming communities and ensure sustainable growth. A recent workshop, jointly hosted by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) and the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA), stressed the critical importance of comprehensive data…