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INTERVIEW | Consumers urged to tighten belts to avoid January blues
As the holiday season has left some people with a dent in their pockets, experts have urged consumers to tighten their belts to avoid the January blues. To discuss further, Marcello Franz spoke to financial advisor Abigale Coleman.
INTERVIEW | APRM on pension increment
In his speech to kick off the new year, President Hage Geingob expressed his desire that the old-age pension award be raised to N$2000 or higher. Before he leaves his position as Head of State, he wants this to occur. Approximately 300,000 retirees currently receive the old-age payment on a…
INTERVIEW | DRC Elections
Following the elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo next week, President Felix Tshisekedi will confront formidable challenges to his authority. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, political campaigns are underway ahead of the general elections in December. More than 20 candidates are vying for the top spot…
INTERVIEW | NamRA launches TVS - nbc
The Trade Verification System (TVS) is a vital guardian of global trade that safeguards fairness and accuracy and fosters a secure and transparent future for international commerce. The Bank of Namibia and Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) launched the TVS yesterday. Speaking in an interview this morning, Steven Ndorokaze, Chief of…
INTERVIEW | NaBTA on transport providers
The holiday season has reached a critical point where transport providers often overcharge desperate travellers, with many vacationers wanting to get to their destinations on time. According to the Namibia Buses and Taxi Association (NaBTA), although the situation was addressed specifically this year, it has been a problem for quite…
INTERVIEW | United Nations' convention against corruption
Over the years, Namibia has made great strides at ensuring that the country complies with the United Nations' convention against corruption, a binding agreement on standards and requirements for preventing, detecting, investigating, and punishing corruption. For more on this, Milcah Negongo spoke to the Executive Director of the Institute for…
INTERVIEW | Trade unions on statutory obligations
The Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment Creation has warned trade unions that failed to meet their statutory obligations to do so immediately or risk unspecified action. Speaking to Milcah Negongo on the World at Six programme, Acting Labour Commissioner Kylliki Sihlala said those who failed to receive compliance…
INTERVIEW | Old Mutual Namibia on Money
Money is a subject that often stirs unease, even within family circles. However, open and honest discussions about finances are indispensable for fostering trust and ensuring financial stability. To talk to us more on this, Denver Isaaks spoke to Mauriza Fredericks, the group brand manager at Old Mutual Namibia.
INTERVIEW | Human rights culture in Namibia
Human Rights Day 2023 is fast approaching, with this year's global observance taking place on December 10th. For a discussion on the human rights culture in Namibia, Milka Negongo spoke to human rights lawyer Kauruumbua Koujo.
INTERVIEW | WAD on women's rights
The Namibian constitution has over the years focused heavily on reparations for women's rights, specifically recognising the discrimination females have faced. Namibia currently has more than 90 percent of the legal framework to promote gender equality. To share more on this, Milka Negongo spoke to the Executive Director of the…
INTERVIEW | Convention C-190 Workers Report and Training Manual
The Labour Research and Resource Institute (LaRRI) has recently launched the Convention C-190 Workers Report and Training Manual in Windhoek. To talk to us more about the manual, Denver Isaaks spoke to the Director of LaRRI, Dr. Michael Akuupa.
INTERVIEW | Prostate Cancer Awareness
Prostate cancer is a prevalent and significant health concern affecting men worldwide. Raising awareness about prostate cancer is crucial to promoting early detection, improving treatment outcomes, and reducing mortality rates. By educating individuals and communities about the risk factors and available screening methods, we can empower men to take proactive…
INTERVIEW | NASA on NSFAF funding
The National African Students Association hosted a media briefing on NASA recommendations and proposals on NSFAF funding recently. The recommendation aims to foster inclusivity, diversity, and equal opportunities for African students, ultimately contributing to the development and growth of the nation's educational landscape. To hear more on this, Sirka Haimbodi…
INTERVIEW | Rehoboth residents petition town council
Residents of Rehoboth handed over a petition to the town council filled with a list of complaints. To tell us more, Milcah Negongo spoke to town council member Jackson Kariseb.
INTERVIEW | Havana Charity Organisation
In an interview with Natasha Nekwaya, the founder of the Havana Charity Organisation, she said that they help to improve the lives of people living in the informal settlement, aiming to give hope to the helpless and build the world to make it a better place. She also emphasised that…
INTERVIEW | Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week is a global campaign aimed at increasing awareness and understanding of antimicrobial resistance, its consequences, and the importance of responsible use of antibiotics and other antimicrobial agents. To discuss further, Milka Negongo spoke to Olivia Fikameni, pharmacist and National Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Secretariat in the…
INTERVIEW | 6th Southern Africa Human Rights Defenders Summit - nbc
The 6th Southern Africa Human Rights Defenders Summit, under the theme "Commemorating the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights: Enhancing the Capacity and Resilience of Human Rights Defenders to Protect Civic Space and Advance Freedom, Equality, and Justice in Southern Africa," is currently underway. The event, which…
INTERVIEW | World Television Day
World Television Day is not so much a celebration of the tool but rather the philosophy that it represents. November 21, 2023, marks World Television Day, which is a dedication to the philosophy that television brings to our lives as a symbol of connection and globalisation in the 21st century…
INTERVIEW | Development Workshop Namibia organises a children's reading event
Development Workshop Namibia is organising a children's reading event on the specified dates to raise awareness about the critical role of storytelling in young children's language development and early literacy. For more, Milka Negongo spoke to Olivia Amadhila, Development Workshop Namibia-ECD Programme Coordinator.
INTERVIEW | Sub-regional event uniting children from southern African countries
On November 19, Namibia will be hosting a sub-regional event aimed at uniting children from southern African countries, where four countries, namely Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Botswana, will come together for children's rights under the theme "Renewing our promise for children's rights." For more on the event, Milka Negongo spoke…