RESTORING THE RHINO KINGDOM
RESTORING THE RHINO KINGDOM Since its inception in 1993, the Black Rhino Custodianship Programme has positioned Namibia as a global leader in black rhino conservation. The custodians – dedicated individuals who care for these majestic creatures – are the unsung heroes behind this remarkable success story. Their unwavering commitment and resilience not only provide hope […]
ACTIVITIES IN AND AROUND LÜDERITZ
ACTIVITIES IN AND AROUND LÜDERITZ Excursions from Lüderitz range from guided overnight self-drive 4×4 trips into the Namib Sand Sea and guided day trips to Elizabeth Bay, Pomona and the Bogenfels, to exploring the Lüderitz Peninsula. Attractions on the peninsula include the abandoned whaling station, WWI entrenchments, Dias Point, secluded bays and beaches and the […]
THE ART OF ACCEPTING COMPLIMENTS: WHY DO WE DOWNPLAY PRAISE?
THE ART OF ACCEPTING COMPLIMENTS: WHY DO WE DOWNPLAY PRAISE? This month, in a completely roundabout way, I was inspired by a compliment, and my complete inability to graciously accept it. The other day, a friend complimented my haircut. “Oh, you have a nice haircut,” they said. My immediate response? “Oh no, look what the […]
FROM HUMBLE BEGINNINGS TO THE HIGHEST OFFICE IN NAMIBIA
FROM HUMBLE BEGINNINGS TO THE HIGHEST OFFICE IN NAMIBIA History was made on 21 March 2025 when Namibia’s first female president was sworn in. Ndemupelila Netumbo Nandi was born to Justina and Petrus Nandi on 29 October 1952 at Onamutai, a small settlement situated about 20 km northeast of Oshakati as the crow flies. She […]
A MONTHLY WRAP-UP OF NEWS WORTH KNOWING
A MONTHLY WRAP-UP OF NEWS WORTH KNOWING PARCEL SERVICES DRIVE POSTAL INDUSTRY GROWTH Parcel services have become the primary driver of growth in the postal industry. Speaking at the recently held Southern African Postal Operators Association (SAPOA) Postal Forum, NamPost CEO Festus Hangula highlighted the shift, noting that while traditional mail volumes have decreased, parcel […]
A TRIBUTE TO TATEKULU SAM NUJOMA
A TRIBUTE TO TATEKULU SAM NUJOMA I first heard the name of Tatekulu Sam Nujoma through the voices of a group of men singing: Sem okaNauyom’ omungandjela (Sam Nujoma from Ongandjera)Ta keya take ya take uya shito (He surely will return)Ta keya katy’eepena ndokushanga (He will bring pens to write with)Ta keya katy’eembuke ndokulesha (He […]
REMEMBERING SAM NUJOMA: A VISIONARY LEADER AND MENTOR
REMEMBERING SAM NUJOMA: A VISIONARY LEADER AND MENTOR Dr. Nujoma inspired me greatly when it came to visionary leadership—seeing possibilities beyond the ordinary, believing in a vision, and working to make it a reality instead of merely dreaming about it. Having grown up in Grootfontein, which housed the biggest army bastion at the time, we […]
IN THE SKIES WITH A STATESMAN
IN THE SKIES WITH A STATESMAN My Journey with President Sam Nujoma Ronel van Vuuren served as the dedicated flight attendant to His Excellency Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma for nearly the entirety of his presidency, spanning 15 years and three terms. In her role, she witnessed firsthand the warmth, humility, and unwavering kindness of Namibia’s […]
TRUMP’S TARIFFS: A NEW STORM FOR SOUTH AFRICA’S ECONOMY
TRUMP’S TARIFFS: A NEW STORM FOR SOUTH AFRICA’S ECONOMY The imposition of tariffs by former President Donald Trump, particularly the 25% duties on imports from Mexico and Canada and the 10% tariff on Chinese goods, has raised significant concerns about the broader economic implications, especially for emerging markets like South Africa. As these tariffs disrupt […]
GUARDIANS OF THE SCALES
GUARDIANS OF THE SCALES Research and collaboration in the fight to Save the Pangolin When the sun sets over Namibia’s vast landscapes, a secretive creature emerges from its burrow. Covered in scales that glisten under the moonlight, it moves with careful precision, seeking out a meal of termites. This is the pangolin – one of […]