EDUCATION CENTRAL TO NAMIBIA’S DEVELOPMENT AGENDA
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President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says education, skills training, and human capital remain central to Namibia's development agenda.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says education, skills training, and human capital remain central to Namibia's development agenda.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has emphasised the importance of honouring those who died during the Cassinga attack and at other locations.
She urged Namibians to remember the contributions of Cuban nationals who also perished while aiding the survivors.
Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba expressed deep concern over serious social challenges facing Namibia, notably gender-based violence (GBV) and road accidents.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reaffirmed Namibia's commitment to press freedom, describing it as essential to democracy, human rights and national stability.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah expressed deep appreciation for the wisdom and experience of former President Hifikepunye Pohamba during a visit to his residence in Okanghudi Village, accompanied by former President Nangolo Mbumba.<
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged trade unions to not only advocate for fair wages and improved working conditions but also prioritise workers' continuous learning, reskilling, and upskilling.
Nandi-Ndaitwah made these remarks at the Workers Day celebration at Opuwo.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called for alignment between education and the country's evolving economic priorities, stressing that targeted skills development is critical to unlocking opportunities in emerging sectors.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reiterated Namibia’s firm solidarity with the people of Western Sahara during a meeting with Aubi Bouchraya, Special Envoy and Advisor to the President of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic.
President Nandi-Ndaitwah highlighted the importance of strengthening collaboration between Namibia and Zimbabwe’s judicial institutions during a courtesy visit by Zimbabwe’s Chief Justice Luke Malaba and his delegation.
Discussions between President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and role players in the fishing industry have confirmed that the sector is unstable and facing a difficult transition.
Namibia's fishing industry, one of the biggest contributors to the economy, is heading into a transition.