Climate change worsens

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As climate change worsens in Africa and globally, climate finance remains critical for adaptation and mitigation mechanisms in support of climate action.

UPM calls on opposition political parties to unite

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The United People's Movement (UPM) President Jan van Wyk has called on the opposition political parties to unite and come up with strategies that would increase their numbers in the National Assembly.

Van Wyk was speaking at the party's public meeting in Rehoboth.

Significance of AMR surveillance, data cannot be overstated

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Many countries, including Namibia, face challenges in strengthening antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance capabilities and laboratory infrastructure, which hampers data collection for informed decisions.

Boys need more practical subjects at school

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Translating all school subject curriculum in a manner that speaks to boys practical interests could help them improve their academic performance.

This is contained in a research report on 'Namibian Boys: Underachievement and Underparticipation in Education'.

Social protection coverage severly limited in Africa

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Social protection coverage remains severely limited in Africa, despite the existence of social protection policies. This was evident from the contributions made during the International Council on Social Welfare Africa Seminar that was held in the capital.

Lack of housing a pressing matter in Namibia

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A lack of housing remains a pressing issue for many Namibians, with high costs making it impossible for ordinary Namibians to qualify for land or conventional home loans.

MURD hosts national stakeholder validation workshop

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The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development is hosting a two-day national stakeholder validation workshop on the proposed amendments to the Local Authorities Act, 1992 (Act No. 23 of 1992).

Justice Moses Chinhengo sworn in

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Justice Moses Chinhengo was sworn in as Acting Judge of the High Court today.

Chinhengo was appointed by President Hage Geingob on the recommendation of the Judicial Service Commission from September to December 2023. The swearing-in was administered by Judge-President Petrus Damaseb.