Today, on Abisai Shejavali’s 90th birthday, we celebrate the life, work and faith of a man whose journey has been defined by the pursuit for truth, justice, freedom and dignity. Born in 1934 in Angola, Shejavali’s journey into Namibia at the tender age of about three with his mother and older sister Theopolina Nakale was...
As Namibia celebrates the 34th anniversary of its independence, it is also an opportunity to celebrate the judicial independence the country has enjoyed for the last 34 years. Among others, Namibia’s Constitution guarantees the independence of the courts and prohibits the executive and the legislature, as well as members of the public from interfering with...
Standard Bank Namibia hosted a vibrant high tea event in celebration of International Women’s Day last Saturday. The event was graced by the presence of Zozibini Tunzi, Miss Universe 2019. Khadijah Mouton, a senior copywriter at Standard Bank Namibia, expressed her excitement about the event, saying: “We had our celebration a week after International Women’s...
In a celebration of four decades of volleyball, the Namibia Volleyball Federation (NVF) is gearing up to host the 40th anniversary of the esteemed DOC Tournament. Scheduled to take place at the MTC Dome in Swakopmund on March 30th and 31st, 2024, this event marks a pivotal milestone in Namibian volleyball history. Named in honor...
Rietfontein, 22 February-In a poignant ceremony organized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform, the life and contributions of the late President Dr. Hage G. Geingob were celebrated with a focus on his profound connection to agriculture. The event, held at Rietfontein National Youth Services training center, Otjozondjupa region, in recognition of President...
The Oshikoto Regional Governor, Penda ya Ndakolo, has expressed dismay over what he perceives as individuals making light or expressing joy at the death of President Hage Geingob. Ya Ndakolo addressed a memorial service held in the Oshikoto Region, at the Omuthiya ELCIN Parish. Ya Ndakolo suggested that those who feel unaffected by President Geingob’s...
Maria David OSHIKOTO Governor Penda Ya Ndakolo remarked that President Hage Geingob’s death has profoundly affected many lives, and those who have not been touched by his passing should refrain from making disrespectful comments. Ya Ndakolo made these remarks during the special regional memorial service held at Omuthiya ELCIN church on Wednesday, emphasizing that some...
Mahongora Kavihuha of the Teachers Union of Namibia has questioned whether the 2023 ordinary and advanced subsidiary-level results released by the education authorities are worth celebrating. Kavihuha acknowledges that there is’some’ improvement in the national results but adds that the improvement is marginal, hardly warranting the current congratulatory celebrations. Minister of Education, Arts, and Culture,...