In his powerful quote, Martin Niemöller (1892 – 1984), a Lutheran minister and early Nazi supporter, who was later imprisoned for opposing Hitler›s regime, expressed his sentiments in the following words: “First, they came for the Communists and I did not speak out because I was not a Communist.
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2020-09-112024-06-20Focus, Thought Leaders
Opinion – Implementation of agricultural projects to empower youth
In looking at rural youth, one cannot help but look at the dualistic character of African economies. Most of the African economies are characterised by a large agriculture, and rural economy and a small urban sector (except for Zambia which has 58% of its population living in urban areas).
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2020-09-112024-06-20Focus, Thought Leaders
Opinion – Job security and economic stimulation amid pandemic
Covid-19 has created an unprecedented demand for our services.
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2020-09-112024-06-20Focus, Thought Leaders
Opinion – Covid-19: Lessons from uncertain and disruptive times
The uncertain and disruptive environment is painful episodes.
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2020-09-112024-05-07Letters
Letter – The role of parents and the government
Chapter three of The Graduate – “Think about Thinking” touches on a topic that is, I believe, a stumbling block for too many African children
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2020-09-112024-05-07Letters
Letter – Going back to take a step forward – the future of food
I recently participated in a webinar on the future of food; however, the two variables did not seem to have appeared in the discussion.
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2020-09-112024-05-07Editorial
Editorial – Fighting dirty money and illicit flows
The Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) this week lifted the lid on Namibia’s link to dirty money after it red-flagged an astronomical N$17 billion as suspected proceeds of illegal activities. Of the N$17 billion, a massive N$10 billion is linked to the Fishrot scandal, which has led to the arrest of former Cabinet ministers Sacky Shanghala and Bernhard Esau as well as businessmen
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2020-09-112024-05-07Focus
On the spot – Covid-19: The schools reopening dilemma
Education ministry executive director Sanet Steenkamp spoke to New Era journalist Kuzeeko Tjitemisa (KT) on some of the thorny issues regarding the reopening of schools amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
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2020-09-112024-05-07National
Town to write-off pensioners’ debts
OMUTHIYA - The Otavi Town Council has announced plans to write-off millions of dollars in municipal debts owed to it by elderly residents.
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2020-09-112024-05-07National
Lingering vandalism irks governor
Khomas governor Laura McLeod-Katjirua has expressed concern over some members of the public’s non-adherence to Covid-19 state of emergency regulations as well as the rampant vandalism of property meant to help fight the pandemic in the informal settlements such as water tanks.