Young people

In recent years, e-sports has gained significant popularity worldwide, with professional teams and leagues emerging in many countries. While Namibia may not be one of the most well-known countries in the e-sports scene, it has a small but dedicated community of gamers who are passionate about the industry. E-sports in Namibia began to gain traction […]

Namibian programme Blessed Is She, kicks off yet another year focusing on restoring confidence and identity to young women. How many times have we opted to lie in the dust when life swings us a fist full of challenges? For Nicole Willemse, this was quite the opposite. “Why not make lemon juice from lemonade?” she […]

Skip to content It was a masquerade affair! Art lovers, artists, survivors, activists came out to witness for themselves the talent this year’s edition of the annual #BreakFree Art for Activism Against GBV Show.

“You Fucked With The Wrong Generation: An Ode To Modern-Day Activism in Namibia.” International Youth Day was declared by the United Nations General Assembly (A/RES/54/120) on 17 December 1999. Since then the day is annually commemorated worldwide on 12 August. The theme for this year is “Intergenerational Solidarity: creating a world for all ages.” Are […]

Recent statistics revealed that a total number of 1260 teenagers in Ohangwena region have fallen pregnant in the year 2021 alone. Data from the United Nations Population Fund shows that 3676 young women in the country fell pregnant by mid 2021. The numbers are indeed very high and require immediate action. This, however, is the […]

Skip to content Posted on February 23, 2022 We all know that the internet can be a scary place, especially on dating platforms. You could be talking to a serial killer for all you know. After watching the Tinder Swindler; a Netflix documentary that has garnered international attention for its drama, it’s safe to say […]

Elizabeth Anna Danny Besser, better known as “Lizzy,” a remarkable… The End Silence, Speak Now (ESSO) at the Namibia University… From the age of 6, Hendrin Shikongo knew she was… This journey has been a rollercoaster of all possible emotions;…

Climate change is already influencing extreme weather events around the world. From terrible heatwaves, floods, droughts, tropical cyclones and hurricanes, the disappearance of sea ice and now snow cover… Unfortunately, this impact is expected to rise as more greenhouse gases are released into the atmosphere. Given all this, people can’t help but wonder if it’s […]

Between studying and working, cooking is usually the last thing on our minds. I’m pretty sure we would all love to indulge in a hearty, home-cooked meal every night, but somehow some of us always end up having instant noodles for dinner—I can certainly relate. Nonetheless, I’ve found that meal prep is a game changer! […]

“In many places, like Namibia, a lot of students struggle in school. In fact, over the past three years, 80% of students couldn’t get into colleges or universities because of their grades. One big reason is that schools don’t have enough resources, and teachers are overwhelmed.” These are the words of Vitalis Haupindi and Lotto […]

I remember the first time someone set a boundary with me. I was goofing around and said something, which to me was to tease them, and he told me, right there and then, not to say that again. My initial reaction was, “Oh? I thought we were playing,” and then later he told me why […]

Gone are the days when people couldn’t form meaningful relationships outside their own neighborhood. And why was that? Technology! Or rather the lack of it. My dear friends, not to be cliché, but we must now know that love transcends all boundaries. And borders. Which is why it isn’t impossible for a couple to make […]

Winter is here but that does not mean we should curl up at home because our favorite summer spots are too cold to visit but rather find cozy places where we can live it up like we do in summer. Here are a few places for those feeling misplaced this winter. Nestled on the west […]

Since 2018, the award-winning African Pathfinders Leaders Initiative (APLI) has been a beacon of hope for ambitious young Namibians. This youth and community development initiative has captured the nation’s attention with its mission to guide, uplift, and mentor the next generation of leaders. This year’s bi-annual APLI youth development conference was held earlier this year […]