Hertta-Maria Amutenja National Council member John Likando, said curriculum change on Namibia schools has made a detrimental impact that led to the high failure rate of high school learners. Likando was speaking in the National Council on Monday, asserting that the current curriculum’s extent makes it challenging for learners to chart their career paths effectively...
September 20, 2024
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Namcor executive suspended for N$68m software failure – Investigative Unit
The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor) has suspended its information and communication technology executive over a software system that is not fully functional, but has so far cost the company N$68 million. Bonifatius Konjore was suspended with immediate effect on Monday. Namcor yesterday confirmed the suspension. “The decision to suspend Konjore is part of...
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Schlettwein ponders crop failure insurance
…as farmers fear loss of crops Agriculture, water and land reform minister Calle Schlettwein says the ministry is considering possible crop insurance to compensate farmers who experience crop failure. Schlettwein made these remarks in parliament on Wednesday while responding to questions posed by Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) leader McHenry Venaani. Venaani asked Schlettwein how the...
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‘Overcrowded classrooms and slow adoption of the new curriculum caused a high failure rate in 2023,’ Parliament finds
Staff Reporter A PARLIAMENTARY report has identified overcrowded classrooms accommodating up to 70 learners, slow adoption to the revised curriculum, and overworked teachers as some of the factors that led to the 85% high failure rate in 2023. The parliamentary committee conducted investigations in response to the public outcry regarding the dismal performance, which saw...
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Commissioner Tjiveze issues warning to police officers about potential failure to perform duties
Otjozondjupa Regional Commander Commissioner Henrich Tjiveze issued a stern warning to police officers failing to perform their duties. He said they are tarnishing the image of the law enforcement agency. Commissioner Tjiveze was speaking during a community meeting aimed at addressing complaints raised by Coblenz residents about the poor quality of service provided by the...
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Product liability:What is warning failure?
The failure to warn in product liability refers to a situation in which a manufacturer fails to sufficiently inform consumers about potential risks associated with the use of their product. This failure may manifest as failure to warn, inadequate warning, or failure to provide adequate instructions. However, there are exceptions to this rule that could...
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Failure to invest in sustainable development goals widening inequality
Staff Reporter THE Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, and Deputy Prime Minister, Netumbo-Nande Ndaitwah, spoke at the opening of the 3rd South Summit of the G77+China, highlighting that the failure to invest in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) threatens the economies of developing countries and deepens inequality. The G77+China, currently being held...
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Failure to return equipment leads to a case of theft
Staff Reporter A CASE of theft under false pretense was registered at the Katutura police station in Windhoek on Friday. An unidentified suspect allegedly took an oven, a steel table, and a fan from a restaurant at Breakwater but failed to pay or return the items to the rightful owner. The suspect took the items...
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Parliamentary Committee Wraps Up Oversight Visit to Address High Exam Failure Rate – Namibia Daily News
By Kaleb Nghishidivali EENHANA, 29 August – The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Science, ICT and Youth Development has successfully concluded the first phase of its extensive oversight visit across multiple regions. The primary objective of this visit was to delve into the causes behind the elevated failure rate experienced by learners during the 2022...