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Julia Nyanyukweni Alfeus In recent times, a concerning pattern has emerged across the Namibian region of Ohangwena and beyond: the rising number of men and boy children succumbing to depression and, tragically, taking their own lives. This month (July) alone, three teachers in Ohangwena made the heartbreaking decision to end their lives, adding to a growing tally that continues to rise. These devastating incidents underscore a silent crisis that demands urgent attention. Mental health remains a stigmatised and often neglected aspect of overall well-being, especially among boys and men. Cultural expectations often dictate that males should be strong, resilient, and…

Josef Kefas Sheehama  The President of Namibia, Her Excellency Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, has my sincere gratitude for the excellent accountability report she delivered during her first ninety days in office. Prior to Vision 2030, Namibia launched its medium-term plan, the Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6). Therefore, Namibia's degree of industrialisation is greatly influenced by how well or poorly this plan is implemented. The First Hundred Days of Her Excellency Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's presidential administration was characterised by severe scrutiny, particularly when it came to cabinet resignations and emotive issues involving her cabinet members. Namibians express concerns about the administration's cohesion…

Junias VH Shipwilikineni The world is crying softly, almost silently, but the pain is real. Each day, we are losing men to a hidden battle, one that rarely makes the headlines: suicide. Fathers, sons, brothers, and friends are disappearing, not because of war or disease, but because of the weight they carry in silence.  These are not loud exits. These are quiet tragedies, unfolding in bedrooms, bathrooms, cars, and workplaces. Their wounds don’t bleed, but they are deep. And too often, they are fatal. From boyhood, males are taught to suppress emotion. They are told to “man up,” not to…

By Sem Billy David I, _ A Youth leader and Regional Chairperson With graduate unemployment sitting at a shocking 36.9% in this country, it is evident we have an issue within our education system. As young learners and students assessing their high school and university prospects, it is imperative to recognize the myriad methods to shatter the cycle of unemployment and barely employment that so many people their age struggle with. One potential solution could be a daring move that intertwines acquiring specific vocational skills with the cultivation of natural abilities. The potential issue is that no one in current…