REHOBOTH WOMEN CONFRONT REALTIES OF GBV, EMOTIONAL ABUSE

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Women in Rehoboth came together for a conversation about some of the most pressing issues affecting women today.

The discussions centred around gender-based violence and emotional abuse to self-esteem, body image, and healing from trauma.

Women urged to challenge colonial-era stereotypes

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A Namibian media and creative professional is calling on women to speak out and challenge old colonial ideas that still affect how they are seen today. Elmarie Kapunda shared this message during a panel discussion focused on stories of women during Namibia's colonial era.

Farmer urges women to teach children the importance of growing food

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A resident and farmer from Kaakuwa Village in the Kavango West Region is encouraging local women to teach their children about the importance of growing their own food. 

Christine Haironga has been growing her food for close to five years now, after being inspired by a female colleague. 

Women encouraged to take part in mining activities

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UNDP's Resident Representative to Namibia, Alka Bhatia, says that the organisation recognises the vital role that small-scale mining plays in Namibia's economy.

According to recent data, small-scale mining contributes significantly to the local economy, providing income for over 10,000 households.

Namibia National Women Conference

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Over 200 women, young and old, gathered in Windhoek for the Namibia National Women Conference.

The conference, which is the first of its kind, was organised by the Namibia National Men Conference under the theme "It is well, my darling—we are all in this fight against violence".

Republican Party calls for stricter laws to protect women

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The Republican Party says lawmakers need to act with urgency to stop the surge of senseless killings of women.

The party says that lawmakers, as a collective, want to address the issue but are faced with challenges such as a lack of financial resources and capacity.