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‘Free tertiary education possible’
New Era
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Rudolf Gaiseb The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) has entered the free education debate, saying the Namibian government is able to finance free tertiary education. While delivering her maiden State of the Nation Address earlier this...
Ruth First and activist research: the legacy of a South African freedom fighter
The Conversation
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July 3, 2025
Ruth First, born 100 years ago, was a South African freedom fighter, journalist and scholar who worked against the racist system of apartheid during white minority rule. She was assassinated by apartheid forces in her office at the Eduardo...
Education Revolution: Namibian President declares free university tuition
Sunday Independent
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June 27, 2025
Tswelopele Makoe|Published 6 minutes ago 6min “WE have heard your cries, the fees have fallen,” announced Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. A mere month into her presidency, the first female president of the sub-Saharan nation made waves...
Namibia marks international widows day
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
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Namibia joined the rest of the world in commemorating International Widows Day, a United Nations observance held annually on 23 June to raise awareness about discrimination and hardships faced by widows globally. This year's event brought together...
Churches encouraged to engage with GBV perpetrators
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
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Reverend Nicole Ashwood of the World Council of Churches has urged the churches to engage with perpetrators of gender-based violence as part of a holistic approach to addressing the issue. She shared the sentiments at the Gender Justice...
New Zurich-Windhoek route to boost tourism and trade
Windhoek Observer
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Hertta-Maria Amutenja Air Connect Namibia has announced the launch of a new nonstop flight route between Zurich and Windhoek, set to begin in June 2026. The route will operate twice weekly and will be serviced by Edelweiss, Switzerland’s leading...
Youth games part of Namibia’s road to LA 2028 Olympics
Windhoek Observer
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Erasmus Shalihaxwe Deputy minister of education, innovation, youth, sport, arts and culture, Dino Ballotti, says upcoming African Union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 5 Youth Games will serve as platform to prepare athletes for the 2028 Olympic...
Namibia to launch E-ID mid-2025
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
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Namibia's first electronic ID card, designed to modernise identity management and expand access to essential public and private services, will be rolled out halfway through next year. This advanced ID will contain embedded biometric or demographic...
8 must-do adventures in Namibia
National Geographic
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Namibia is a southwestern African nation roughly twice the size of California, known for having the world’s oldest desert. The Namib Desert is the scene for many of Namibia’s must-do adventures, from hiking up Sossusvlei’s distinctive red and...
To Unleash Namibia’s Potential, Prioritize Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise Growth (Opinion)
Villager
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July 2, 2025
By: Josef Sheehama The Namibian government relies heavily on Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to drive competitiveness and inclusive growth. Closing the finance gap for MSMEs is crucial for improving productivity, fostering long-term...
Paratus empowers education through digital connectivity
New Era
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Paratus has made an impact in Namibia’s education sector through its ongoing partnership with Eduvision, now in its seventh year. By providing GEO satellite infrastructure and continuous technical support, Paratus has enabled real-time,...
Departure Statement By Prime Minister On The Eve Of Visit To Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, And Namibia
MENAFN
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) Today, I embark on a five-nation visit to Ghana, Trinidad&Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia from 2 to 9 July 2025. At the invitation of President H.E. John Dramani Mahama, I will visit Ghana on 2-3 July. Ghana is a valued...
EU supports culture project with €5 million
Namibian Sun
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July 2, 2025
The EU Ambassador to Namibia, Ana Beatriz Martins, announced that the European Union is contributing €5 million to support a new cultural initiative focused on strengthening poli... If you are an active subscriber and the article is not showing,...
UNESCO launches drive to quantify cultural contribution
Windhoek Observer
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Niël Terblanché Members of the cultural community gathered at the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre on Tuesday for the launch of a project that promises to count the economic and social weight of the arts, heritage and creative industries. Opening...
Data key to culture’s economic impact
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
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Data remains crucial for culture in supporting economic growth and measuring its true impact. This sentiment was shared by speakers at the opening of the workshop for the UNESCO Culture 2030 Indicators held in Windhoek. Under the EU-funded...
Namibia exhibits goods in Angola
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
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Namibia's exhibition stand at the U.S.-Africa Business Summit in Luanda, Angola, is gaining attention for its unique showcase of locally produced goods that reflect the country's rich natural and cultural heritage. Director of Information and...
State-of-the-Art Cardiac Centre opens in Namibia
Informante
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July 1, 2025
NAMIBIA LEADS IN CARDIAC CARE: Namibia has emerged as a leader in cardiac healthcare, becoming the third African country after South Africa and Egypt to establish a state-of-the-art Cardiac Care Unit. Located at Windhoek Central Hospital, this...
Relentless journey of Tobias, Namibia’s boxing architect … From Edundja to the world
New Era
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No one could have predicted that a young boy from the quiet village of Edundja in the Ohangwena region would one day grow into the man who would put Namibia on the global boxing map. But that’s exactly what Nestor ‘Sunshine’ Tobias has done....
Bank Windhoek offers business banking masterclass
New Era
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Bank Windhoek is offering a Business Banking Masterclass series, with the tagline ‘Where Business Makes Sense’. The initiative is a ten-video educational programme designed to equip individuals, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as...
PM Modi's Visit To Focus On Trade, Investment: Namibian Presidency
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN- IANS) Windhoek, July 1 (IANS) The Namibian Presidency has said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Southwest African nation on July 9 will explore new avenues to enhance the bilateral collaborations between India and Namibia....