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Kavango Regions Report Highest Pangolin Poaching Cases
By: Annakleta Haikera The two Kavango regions in Namibia recorded the highest number of pangolin poaching cases last year, underscoring the persistent threat facing these endangered creatures. In 2023, Kavango West recorded six cases of pangolin poaching, while Kavango East reported three cases, bringing the total to nine registered incidents of illegal pangolin […]
The Plight of the Destitute: Buy this Wooden Craft or Donate Cash
By: Mathias Hangala For months, a group of Angolan citizens has been residing near Kuryangava’s Stop ‘n Shop market area, sending their youngest members onto the streets of Windhoek to sell wooden crafts and household products, as well as to seek financial donations. Since The Villager’s last report on the group, their numbers have […]
Cost and Rural Distance Call for Accessible Sanitary Pads
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Despite the government’s decision to eliminate the value-added tax on sanitary pads, with the exception of tampons, many girls living in rural areas and those from low-income households still find it difficult to access these basic necessities. Earlier this month, the Ministry of Finance issued a stern warning to retailers […]
EIF and NASRIA Forge Collaboration on Climate-Related Insurance Products
By: Justicia Shipena The Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia (EIF) and Namibia Special Risks Insurance Association Limited (NASRIA) formalised their partnership through a Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC). This collaborative effort is poised to drive the development and accessibility of insurance products tailored to address the challenges posed by climate change. The signing of the […]
Keetmanshoop, MTC Ink Smart Partnership
Staff writer The Municipality of Keetmanshoop and the Mobile Telecommunication Company (MTC) on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) which will see the two parties provide digital service solutions to the town’s populace. The agreement was prompted by the municipality’s drive to adopt modern technology. The municipality further aims to provide quality connectivity in […]
The Modern Teacher Needs To Keep Learning
Anna Filipe In my quest to refine my teaching methods, I once attempted to record a snippet of a lesson for my AS learners using my phone, and I must confess, it was no easy feat due to the audio and video quality challenges. This experience served as a stark reminder that as educators, […]
Life After Incarceration: Breaking the Chains of Reintegration Struggles
By: Loise Shiimi For individuals with criminal records, the journey to securing employment and achieving financial stability post-incarceration can feel like navigating through another prison. Recognising these challenges, the Second Chance Foundation, a non-profit organisation, has dedicated itself to providing hope and restoration to ex-convicts. The foundation recently convened an event in the […]
Namibia’s Fixed Currency Presents Challenges in Tackling Inflation
By: Justicia Shipena Governor of the Bank of Namibia (BoN), Johannes !Gawaxab, says the limited flexibility of Namibia’s fixed currency, which is tied to the South African Rand, in combating inflation. Namibia recorded an annual inflation rate of 5.4% for January 2024, slightly higher than December 2023’s 5.3% but lower than January 2023’s […]
Teachers Employment Conundrum: Delays Despite High Unemployment Rates
By: Justicia Shipena Despite the high number of unemployed teachers in the country, the National Council Committee on Education, Science, ICT, and Youth Development has uncovered a prolonged delay in filling teacher vacancies. This revelation emerged during the committee’s phase one oversight activity conducted last year in the northern parts of Namibia. […]
Unam-owned Company Secures N$65 Million Loan for Solar Project
By: Staff Writer Inceptus Holding, the business arm of the University of Namibia has successfully secured financing from the Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) and Old Mutual Namibia for its N$65 million solar project at UNAM. Unam is partnering with a company called Alensy Energy Solutions (Alensy) and will implement the project under […]