Erasmus Shalihaxwe

By Jeremiah Ndjoze

Political Analyst, Ndumba Kamwanyah has denounced the melee that ensued in Parliament as a breakdown in discipline, respect for parliamentary procedures and lack of parliamentary leadership. 
He called for the installation of legislation that would see members of parliament (MPs) either fined or sinned for disparaging behaviour. 

By Patience Makwele

Ticket collectors employed by KeyPlot Investment, which is contracted by the City of Windhoek, say they are being paid less than half of the salaries stated in their contracts. Workers told Confidente they earn as little as N$1,000 to N$1,700 a month, despite signed contracts stipulating a monthly salary of N$3,700.

By Michael Uugwanga

By Michael Uugwanga

 By Patience Makwele

By Hilja Shikongo

By Hilja Shikongo

Namibian football continues to be caught in a cycle of instability, struggling with issues that are both persistent and preventable. From referees going unpaid, to players earning substandard wages, and the women’s game being largely ignored. The current state of football is a far cry from what country rich in talent and natural resources should be experiencing.

On the 26th of August, Namibia once again stood still to mark Heroes Day. Across the nation, stadiums echoed with speeches, monuments bore fresh wreaths, and hearts remembered the courage of those who carved freedom from oppression. As I reflected, one question haunted me: what gave them the strength to rise above fear, above personal comfort, above the narrow ties of tribe and self-interest?