In 2002, Brian and Pam Kinghorn, a couple from South Africa, witnessed the scourge of HIV/AIDS, how it was disrupting the lives of Namibian families in Katutura and decided to make a difference. Gender Inequality and lack of income made the situation even direr. The Kinghorns attended HIV/AIDS and psycho-social courses focussed on vulnerable children…
A group of young Namibians will fly to Germany upon invitation! October, 02nd, 2018 saw the launch of the History Festival “War or Peace” Namibia-project at the Namibia Scientific Society. This four day event is organised and funded by the German Federal Agency for Civic Education (Bundeszentrale für Politische Bildung, Deutschland). The event will take…
The 2018 Bank Windhoek Namibia Volleyball Federation (NVF) Cup second and final rounds, concluded at University of Namibia’s Main Campus in Windhoek over the weekend with Khomas Nampol and Revivals taking top honours in the men’s and women’s finals. The much anticipated men’s final turned out to be a tightly contested encounter between the current…
MultiChoice has announced the appointment of Nkateko Mabaso as the CEO of M-Net in Sub-Saharan Africa, effective immediately. Mabaso succeeds Yolisa Phahle who has stepped into the role of CEO of General Entertainment for the Video Entertainment segment. Speaking on Mabaso’s appointment, Phahle says; “Nkateko has been appointed in recognition of his continued commitment and contribution…
The potential of utilising encroacher bush for animal feed has significant benefits for Namibia, especially during the dry season, or times of drought. Progress Kashandula, General Manager of the De-bushing Advisory Service (DAS) remarked at the opening of the training workshop on the potential of bush-based animal feed held at Farm Langbeen Ranch in Dordabis…
Tuesday, 2 October 2018. The Chief Executive Officer of TransNamib, Johny Smith, hereby officially announces the end of the unlawful industrial action. The strike was initiated by a group of employees without following proper procedures and relevant set communication channels. This comes after Management took a strong stance against this industrial action which is unlawful…
The University of Namibia informs all stakeholders that the UNAM Vice Chancellor, Professor Kenneth Matengu has appointed Prof. Frank Kavishe to act as Pro-Vice Chancellor (PVC) for Research, Innovation and Development (RID). His appointment is effective from 28 September 2018, and will run until a substantive candidate is found. Prof. Kavishe is currently the designated…