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14 Aug

Preparations intensify ahead of the 79th UN General Assembly Session

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Niël Terblanché The United Nations headquarters in New York are currently in full preparation for the upcoming 79th session of the UN General Assembly, which starts on 10 September. The general assembly brings together world leaders to address pressing international issues. Various preparatory meetings and discussions are taking place in the lead-up to the high-level week, starting on 22 September. These include sessions focused on finalising agendas and strategies for key topics such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), climate action, and global security challenges. In this regard, the minister of international relations and cooperation, Dr. Peya Mushelenga, announced that…

14 Aug

Creative economy poised for growth

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Niël Terblanché Dr Itah Kandjii-Murangi, the Minister of Higher Education, Technology and Innovation, stressed the fundamental role of education, digital technologies, and heritage preservation in fostering the creative economy. Kandjii-Murangi said this during the opening of the 2024 Creative Entrepreneurship Academy conference, which is hosted under the theme "The Role of Education in Preserving and Digitising Cultural Heritage." “This project seeks to equip Namibian youth with the necessary knowledge in product development, entrepreneurship, the circular economy, and digital technologies,” she said. The conference is a collaborative initiative between Namibia and Estonia, funded by the Estonian Centre for International Development (EstDEV),…

14 Aug

NTB “Reason to Visit Namibia Roadshow,” kicks off

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Martin Endjala The Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) on Tuesday launched the “Reason to Visit Namibia Roadshow,” which aims to showcase all the unique attractions Namibia offers visitors. NTB's acting chief executive officer, Charmaine Matheus, made the announcement in Botswana. According to Matheus, the roadshow will occur in three cities in Botswana from August 13 to August 15, 2024. “This initiative aims to showcase the diverse attractions and unique experiences Namibia has to offer travellers, solidifying its status as a premier travel destination in Southern Africa. The roadshow, according to her, aims to educate potential travellers, travel agents, and local partners…

14 Aug

An analysis of the ruling party of Namibia: 1990 – 2024

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Mulopo Siseho South West Africa People’s Organization (Swapo) is recognised as a freedom fighter party in Namibia. It has been the ruling party of Namibia since the country’s independence, winning all six democratic elections that have taken place in the country. It is then important to analyse this political party's trend, as it has built itself up to become a formidable pillar in Namibian politics, facing the upcoming presidential elections. Well, an optimistic observation is that it has been regarded by Namibians as a political party that fought hard for the independence of this country and has taken care of…

14 Aug

ICT ACCESSIBILITY FOR AN INCLUSIVE ECONOMY

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Erasmus Nekundi As a nation, we acknowledge that we still have a fraction of the population whose full participation in the economy is restricted due to the digital divide. This exclusion continues to be a critical hindrance to equal access to information and ultimately, to the developmental agenda and prosperity of many developing countries. While we constantly keep on adapting and leveraging the new technological infrastructure, a meaningful impact is due when we make information and communication technology accessible to all citizens, hence the country’s incessant effort in investing in broadband technology that will give remote areas quality internet connectivity.…

14 Aug

THE INTERPLAY BETWEEN THE MARTIAL LAW AND CIVIL LAW: THE CONCURRENT SYSTEMS DOCTRINE

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Paul Shipale President Paul Kagame was recently re-elected as Rwanda's President, and inaugurated on Sunday, 11 August 2024, in a grand ceremony marked by pomp and color at the fully packed Amahoro Stadium held in the capital, Kigali. What triggered my interest and curiosity here was when President Kagame took the Oath of Office and signed the certificate of inauguration, followed by when he was given the instruments of power or the National Symbols which are; a Constitution, a National Flag and National Coat of Arms. The oath was administered by Chief Justice Faustin Ntezilyayo at an inauguration ceremony attended…

14 Aug

Power outage scheduled across Hardap region

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The Hardap Regional Council has issued a notice of a power outage on 15 August 2024, from 08:00 to 16:00. The affected areas include McNabsrus 1-4, Ommamas, Duineveld Village and Pump Station, Kalkrand Village, Swartwater, Middle Plaas, Karanas 1-2, Groendraai, Wirkop, Tsumis Park 1-2, Tsumis College, Kauchas, Schlip Village, Khobos 1 & 2, Klein-Aub, Rietoog Village, and Nabaseb.The council stated that the outage is necessary for the maintenance of all high-voltage (HV) equipment.“Residents are advised to treat all power supplies as live during the outage since re-energisation will occur without prior notice,” the council said in the notice. Reporter: Hertta-Maria…

14 Aug

The rise of engineering firms in Namibia: Transforming the landscape of African engineering

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Namibia, with its vast landscapes and diverse natural resources, is witnessing a transformation in its engineering sector. Driven by innovative firms committed to sustainable development, the engineering landscape in Namibia is evolving to meet the demands of modern infrastructure while respecting the environment. This transformation is marked by advancements in various sectors including water management, transportation, urban development, and renewable energy. Sustainable Water Management Water scarcity is a significant challenge in Namibia, necessitating advanced engineering solutions to ensure sustainable water supply and management. Engineering companies in Namibia are at the forefront of designing and implementing projects that enhance water conservation…

13 Aug

Parliament faces legal and functional challenges over NEFF seats

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Martin Endjala After the deregistration of the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF), Christian Democratic Voice (CDV), and Democratic Party of Namibia (DPN) by the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN), it is still unclear what will happen to the seats vacated in the National Assembly. “This is another classic example that the existing legal provisions are incomplete and do not clarify all eventualities,” said political analyst, Henning Melber on the seats left unoccupied by members of parliament of the affected parties. He said that the country's legal provisions fall short when it comes to handling unforeseen situations, such as the NEFF…

13 Aug

Nandi-Ndaitwah advised to pick competent people, not loyalty, ahead of the electoral college

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe Political commentator and Swapo veteran Ben Mulongeni advised Swapo vice president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah that if she wants to govern effectively, she should choose her top 10 candidates at the party's electoral college based on their competence rather than their loyalty. Mulongeni shared this opinion during an interview with the Windhoek Observer on Tuesday, where he discussed the upcoming party electoral college or POT. Mulongeni believes that loyalty alone does not lead to success or benefit the country. “We have already seen how loyalty has been messed up during campaigns. Imagine telling people that if they don’t vote for…