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Julia Nekwaya on moving to Swapo

Former Popular Democratic Movement Youth League secretary general Julia Nekwaya was among the high-profile figures presented with Swapo membership cards at Walvis Bay this weekend by Swapo secretary general Sophia Shaningwa. Alongside former members of parliament Charmaine Tjirare and Yvette Araes, her switch draws attention due to PDM experiencing a mass exodus recently. Nekwaya speaks to Desert FM to share more.

Nandi-Ndaitwah meets official opposition at State House

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah met with the leadership of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC), led by Panduleni Iitula, on Monday. To unpack the significance of the meeting Desert FM speaks to IPC secretary general Christine Aochomus.

Amnesty Renews Call for Genocide Reparations: Ovaherero Leader Demands True Justice from Germany

Amnesty International has urged Germany to provide full reparations for the 1904–1908 genocide against the Ovaherero and Nama peoples. Ovaherero Traditional Authority Director General Dr. Itamunua Meroro discusses Germany’s 2021 pledge, the lingering legacy of the atrocities, and why descendants still demand genuine justice and recognition.

Hundreds of Millions in Unclaimed Pensions: Are Namibians Missing Out?

Consumer activist Milton Louw unpacks why more than N$200 million in unclaimed retirement funds remain untouched and how a centralized pension registry could help Namibians reclaim what’s rightfully theirs.

Amnesty Renews Call for Genocide Reparations: Ovaherero Leader Demands True Justice from Germany

Amnesty International has urged Germany to provide full reparations for the 1904–1908 genocide against the Ovaherero and Nama peoples. Ovaherero Traditional Authority Director General Dr. Itamunua Meroro discusses Germany’s 2021 pledge, the lingering legacy of the atrocities, and why descendants still demand genuine justice and recognition.

Katjaimo Eyes Re-election: Community Initiatives and Future Plans for Katutura Central

Rodman Katjaimo, current Katutura Central councillor and PDM representative, shares his motivation for seeking another term, highlights his achievements, addresses challenges faced during his tenure, and outlines his top priorities for the community. He also responds to resident concerns and controversies, offering voters insight into his vision for the future.

Tubusis School Sanitation Crisis Forces Closure, 279 Pupils Sent Home

A sanitation emergency has forced !Oe#Gab Primary School in the Erongo Region to shut down after 16 pupils were hospitalised. Concerned community member Benjamin Kambala speaks on the conditions, community response, and urgent steps needed to restore safety and learning at the Tubusis settlement school

Jeremy Corbyn visits Namibia to strengthen global solidarity

Veteran British politician and former UK Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn recently visited Namibia at the invitation of the Progressive International. During his stay, Corbyn engaged with government leaders and civil society organizations to deepen global solidarity and reflect on shared struggles for justice, equity and people centered governance. In a conversation with John-Colin, Corbyn highlighted the importance of international collaboration and spoke on the valuable lessons Namibia and the wider Global South can offer the world today.

Mahongora Kavihuha calls for stronger support for Namibia’s teachers

World Teachers’ Day 2025 is being marked under the theme “Recasting Teaching as a Collaborative Profession.” This year’s focus highlights teamwork and shared learning as vital to strengthening education while also raising concerns about persistent inequalities especially limited access to professional training and support systems for teachers. Mahongora Kavihuha Secretary General of the Teachers Union of Namibia (TUN) reflected on the state of the profession stressing the importance of collaboration and the need for meaningful support to help educators thrive. Desert FM spoke to Kavihuha as part of its coverage of World Teacher's day.

Brandon Simbwaye residents mobilize for action on service delivery

Brandon Simbwaye one of Windhoek’s largest informal settlements in the Samora Machel Constituency, continues to grapple with serious challenges from scarce water and poor sanitation to the absence of street lighting and frustrations over service delivery. Community leaders say residents have had enough of being overlooked. They are now mobilizing and preparing for a major meeting next weekend to engage stakeholders and press for solutions. Speaking to Desert FM community leader Negodhi emphasized the urgent need for authorities to listen and act saying the settlement is determined to secure better living conditions.

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