Windhoek Observer

Allexer Namundjembo After years of illness and hardship, 23-year-old Johanna Kamati is preparing to start a new chapter in her life as she pursues a career in tourism.  She will enrol for level 4 studies next year at the African Hospitality and Tourism Vocational Training Centre in Windhoek, moving closer to her dream of working in the tourism industry. Johanna’s journey has not been easy. Born in Letu-Letu village in the Mangetti Dune area of the Otjozondjupa region, she grew up as the only girl among five brothers. Her parents, originally from Okongo in the Ohangwena region, moved in search…

Allexer Namundjembo  The growing participation of young people in politics is bringing energy, ideas, and accountability into the country's political space. Analysts say this trend signals a positive step toward a more inclusive and participatory democracy. Political analyst Ndumba Kamwanyah told the Windhoek Observer that the increasing interest among the youth reflects their determination to influence change in systems that have failed to address their needs.  “Many youths are stepping forward because they are the largest group affected by unemployment and poverty, which leaves them socially and economically frustrated,” he said.  Kamwanyah said young people’s involvement strengthens Namibia’s democratic values…

Justicia Shipena Former Namibian Institute of Mining and Technology (NIMT) employee and convicted double murderer Ernst Lichtenstrasser has died in custody.  Lichtenstrasser (64) was found dead on Sunday morning at the Windhoek Correctional Facility. The deputy commissioner general of Namibia Correctional Service (NCS), Sam Shalulange, told the Windhoek Observer that Lichtenstrasser had been ill before his death. Shalulange said Lichtenstrasser had been receiving medical attention at the facility’s clinic.  “Mr Lichtenstrasser was a patient. He was even at the sick bay when he died. The sick bay is the clinic in the facilities. So, he has been a patient,” he…