Road safety crucial at schools

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The end of a school day often brings chaos to roads close to schools and difficulty for drivers navigating them.

With children crossing roads in undesignated areas and a lack of road safety education among young people, the risk of accidents increases.

Rukonga vision school produces nine out of 20 top performers

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Rukonga Vision School, a government-run national school, is making waves with its unique approach to education and student welfare. We bring you an inspiring story of a remarkable educational institution that is changing lives in Namibia.

Topnaar people and the !Nara plant

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The Topnaar people, also known as the ǂAonin clan of the Nama tribe, continue to navigate traditional ways of life, including safeguarding the famous !Nara plant.

Medical student creates medical board game 

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'Medicos' was created by Rebekka Taukondyo, a 27-year-old final-year medical student intern from Namibia who is studying in Havana, Cuba.

Medicos is an engaging and educational medical board game tailored for health professionals and medical enthusiasts.

Orphans during the festive season

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During the holiday season, when happiness and celebrations are everywhere, orphans are yearning to feel like they are part of something. 

What does the holiday season truly mean for both orphans and those who want to positively impact their lives? 

MVA urges public to save emergency number 9682

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The Motor Vehicle Accident Fund (MVA) is advising the public to save the emergency number 9682 to promptly report road accidents.

Since December 10, there have been over 70 recorded crashes, resulting in 14 fatalities. Often, individuals at accident scenes are unaware of the emergency number to call.

Aussenkehr farmworkers living conditions a concern

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Aussenkehr, a settlement located on the banks of the Orange River, is known for its agricultural activities, particularly the cultivation of table grapes, which are exported to Europe.

The settlement has a primary school, a government clinic, a police station, and a shopping centre.

Festive season amplifies daily challenges homeless people endure

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For many homeless individuals, Christmas is just another difficult day.

The holiday season can be particularly difficult for them, as they are often faced with loneliness and hunger.

Little is left for them as they rummage through the bins because people have gone away for holidays.