Integration of ECD into Pre-primary on the cards

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The Minister of Gender Equality and Child Welfare says that even though the foundation has been laid for early childhood development, there is still room for improvement.

SSC marks 30 Years with focus on maternity leave reforms

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On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Social Security Commission (SSC), Minister of Justice and Labour Relations, Fillemon Immanuel, and SSC Chief Executive Officer, Milka Mungunda, spoke about the commission's growth and future initiatives aimed at improving women's rights, particularly around maternity le

Questions on National Budget's responsiveness to gender, youth concerns

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Discussion on the national budget shifted to analysing the Appropriation Bill's responsiveness to gender and youth concerns during a public engagement hosted by the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung, the Youth Leadership Programme, and the Trade Union Congress of Namibia. 

President Nandi-Ndaitwah inspires women in African politics

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The election and subsequent ascension to power of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah have given new credence to women in politics in Africa.

In Zambia, female presidents of opposition political parties are equally optimistic that Dr Nandi-Ndaitwah has set a new path for women in politics. 

Tanzania congratulates Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

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The President of Tanzania, Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, said this Independence Day not only marks a historic day for Namibia but for the SADC region, as it swore in its third female President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.  

President Nangolo Mbumba bids farewell to the presidency

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A new chapter in Namibia's history was written as former President Nangolo Mbumba, a steady force over the past year, officially handed over the reins of power to Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the first woman to hold the highest office in Namibia. 

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Sworn in as Namibia’s First Female President

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President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was sworn in as Namibia's first female President this morning. 

Right from the onset, she took a stand to forge the nation forward, receiving a standing ovation in recognition of the women leaders who have paved the way.

Women urged to support incoming President

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The Chairperson of the Berseba Village Council, Felicia Motinga, has said the swearing in of Namibia's first female President in two days' time demonstrates the political maturity of the people despite their political differences.