Duminga Ndalaexpectspresident to move beyond rhetoric and provide practical solutions on affecting issues
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“Ndala expects the president to move beyond rhetoric and provide practical solutions on issues affecting ordinary Namibians, such as inequality, land redistribution, and service delivery in particular.”
Young Women of Africa chairperson Duminga Ndalacautions againsta social media ban for children, saying there should be evidence of harm
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“Young Women of Africa chairperson and Landless People's Movement (LPM) youth leader Duminga Ndala caution against a social media ban for children, saying there should be evidence of harm.”
Duminga Ndalawas recently appointed aschairperson of the Young Women of Africa (YWOA)
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“Ndala was recently appointed as thechairperson of the Young Women of Africa (YWOA), a uniting and empowering movement established virtually in 2021 by a group of young women, including youth and former youth leaders.”
Duminga Ndalacurrently serves asChairperson of the Namibian opposition, Landless People's Movement Youth Command Element
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“Ndala is a youth leader and politician who currently serves as Chairperson of the Namibian opposition, Landless People's Movement Youth Command Element.”
Duminga Ndalasaidcountry is not in financial position to fully implement tertiary education
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“Ndala added, "It's obvious that the country is not in the financial position to fully implement the tertiary education. This is why there has been a shift in how funding will take place."”
Duminga NdalaisLandless People's Movement Youth Command leader
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“Landless People's Movement Youth Command leader, Duminga Ndala, joins desert radio to give a brief on the Pan-Afrikan Renaissance and the second Young Afrikans Leadership Summit, recently held in Windhoek went”
Duminga Ndalajoineddesert radio to give a brief on Pan-Afrikan Renaissance and Young Afrikans Leadership Summit
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“Landless People's Movement Youth Command leader, Duminga Ndala, joins desert radio to give a brief on the Pan-Afrikan Renaissance and the second Young Afrikans Leadership Summit, recently held in Windhoek went”
Online trolling and harassment are affecting women's political participation in Namibia, with Minister Emma Theofelus noting that many women in politics practice self-censorship by limiting social media engagement. According to political figures, misogynistic attacks aim to undermine women politicians' credibility rather than engage in legitimate political debate, causing them to be more cautious about expressing strong opinions on controversial issues.
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Online trolling's documented impact on women's political participation reveals gender-based barriers to democratic engagement.
Online trolling and harassment are affecting women's political participation in Namibia, with Minister Emma Theofelus noting that many women in politics practice self-censorship by limiting social media engagement. According to political figures, misogynistic attacks aim to undermine women politicians' credibility rather than engage in legitimate political debate, causing them to be more cautious about expressing strong opinions on controversial issues.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is expected to address employment creation, housing affordability, fuel prices, and service delivery in today's state of the nation address. Politicians, businesses, civil society, and economists are calling for practical solutions and progress reports on previous commitments, including the 500,000 jobs target and structural economic reforms.
Namibian lawmakers and child welfare experts are divided over whether to ban social media for children under 15, with supporters citing mental health and cyberbullying concerns while critics argue for evidence-based regulation rather than an outright ban. Experts also note that enforcement would be technically challenging given the ease of age verification manipulation.
Duminga Ndala, a Namibian youth leader, has been appointed chairperson of the Young Women of Africa (YWOA), a continental network uniting young women aged 16 to 40 from 39 countries. Ndala said the movement creates space for young women to drive systemic change and address pressing issues including healthcare access and period poverty across the continent.
Duminga Ndala, the Landless People's Movement national youth leader, has been appointed chairperson of Young Women of Africa. She will represent the continental organisation at national and international events and lead advocacy for policies benefiting young women across Africa.
The education ministry expanded access to subsidised tertiary education including Grade 11 students, with the NSFAF non-tuition threshold raised to N$300,000 household income. While some student organisations welcomed the move, critics questioned the criteria for qualifying students, sustainability concerns, and whether the policy constitutes genuine free education or was politically motivated.