The other day I read an article by Frieda Amukongo, titled ‘Will a Holistic Approach Help Address the Discipline Issue in Schools?’ As an educator myself, I couldn’t help but agree with what she said. I mean, gone are the days that pupils actually respect teachers – let alone listen to them. As much as...
The commander of the police in the Oshana region, commissioner Lungameni Sakaria, says many lower-ranked police officers in the region cannot qualify for promotion because they lack discipline and do not show good conduct as police officers. Speaking at a promotion parade at Oshakati on Thursday, Sakaria said many police officers cannot qualify for promotion...
Niël Terblanché Dr Peya Mushelenga, the Minister of Information and Communication Technology, delivered an inspiring address to new recruits of the National Youth Service program at Henties Bay on Friday. While addressing the new recruits the minister stressed the importance of instilling patriotism and discipline in the country’s youth. The National Youth Service program, aimed...
A young golfer who aspires to turn professional one day has become a regular at the Oshakati Golf Club. Leo Frans is a 14-year-old pupil who is currently attending Ongwediva Control Combined School. Although still relatively young, Frans says he was inspired by his brother, who was also playing golf and eventually won medals. He...
Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta has urged members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in the state to demonstrate the highest sense of discipline, honesty and selflessness through their conduct. Oborevwori said this at the official opening/swearing-in ceremony of the 2023 Batch ‘B’ Stream I Corps Members deployed to the state at the NYSC...
The Namibia Kendo Federation (NKF) recently announced that they were selected by the All Japan Kendo Federation (AJKF) as one of only four countries worldwide to receive Bogu (armour) and Shinai (bamboo training swords) to promote Kendo in Namibia. The NKF said they are grateful for the wonderful gesture and they are encouraged and motivated...