FIRST GENTLEMAN CALLS FOR GREATER SUPPORT FOR BOYS
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First Gentleman Epaphras Ndaitwah says there is a growing imbalance in male participation and engagement across the educational and social development pipeline.
First Gentleman Epaphras Ndaitwah says there is a growing imbalance in male participation and engagement across the educational and social development pipeline.
|Kharas Governor Dawid Gertze officially launched the Youth Desk on Wednesday evening in Keetmanshoop.
Minister of ICT Emma Theofelus urged youth to emulate the resilience, courage, and spirit of resistance demonstrated by Sam Nujoma during a commemoration event hosted by the Physically Active Youth Empowerment Organisation in Katutura.
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare says the 12 May Movement was established to instill nationalism, patriotism, and unity among Namibia's youth by preserving the legacy of Founding President Sam Nujoma and the country's liberation struggle.
The 4 X 4 Initiative Foundation launched its 6th Boys in Leadership camp at Ongeama Camp on the outskirts of Okahandja.
The founder of the initiative, Sydney Boois, stated that if boys are not intentionally nurtured, they are likely to make mistakes.
Zambia’s High Commissioner to Namibia, Stephen Katuka, emphasized the vital role of young people as partners in community development during National Youth Week in Windhoek, which celebrated Commonwealth Day under the theme "Unlocking opportunities together for a prosperous Commonwealth."
Zambia’s High Commissioner to Namibia, Stephen Katuka, emphasized the vital role of young people as partners in community development during National Youth Week in Windhoek, which celebrated Commonwealth Day under the theme "Unlocking opportunities together for a prosperous Commonwealth."
Former First Lady Monica Geingos has urged that the Sustainable Development Goals be regarded as a practical action plan instead of merely a policy framework.
Geingos said there is a need for focus on implementation across inequality, gender equality, and youth development.
Participants at the Boys to Men Seminar in Windhoek say the initiative will help them understand discipline, responsibility, and how to become men, especially amid concerns over paternal absenteeism and lack of mentorship.
Sport, youth, and national service programmes have been allocated a budget of N$750 million.
The funding is aimed at supporting social development and creating opportunities for young people.
Out of the total amount, N$35 million will go towards running youth development programmes.