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Monday, 11 May 2026
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2025-03-222026-05-11

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  1. March 2025

Yesterday

  1. Physical security breaches caused by eroded controls, not technology

    Physical security breaches result not from absent technology but from the gradual erosion of controls that exist on paper but are no longer enforced, driven by repetition, social judgment based on appearance, and executive exemption from security policies.

    10 May 2026 · The Namibian

Sunday 5 April

  1. Namibia needs honest dialogue, not blind obedience to authority

    According to the article, Namibia is suffering from a culture of silence and compliance that stifles dissent and accountability. The author argues that questioning decisions and demanding transparency from leaders is patriotic, not disloyal, and that the nation's future depends on respectful dialogue across political, racial, and class lines rather than blind obedience.

    5 April 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 24 March

  1. Digital platform bridges Namibia's artisan skills and customer demand gap

    LinkNamibia is a digital marketplace that connects skilled tradespeople with customers across Namibia, addressing both youth unemployment and the shortage of reliable artisan services. The platform vets artisans and handles payments, creating accessible pathways to income for technical graduates without requiring formal business registration or advertising.

    24 March 2026 · The Namibian

Sunday 15 February

  1. Leaders must protect IP rights in software development contracts

    A technology professional argues that organisations across Africa often spend millions on commissioned software they don't own or control, and should prioritise clauses covering intellectual property ownership, service level agreements, ongoing support, source code escrow, and open standards to avoid vendor lock-in and ensure long-term asset protection.

    15 February 2026 · The Namibian

Saturday 10 January

  1. Fragmented medical records across Namibia risk patient lives

    Namibia's paper-based health system leaves patient medical histories isolated between facilities and sectors, creating dangerous gaps in care. A unified digital health records system linked to national ID numbers could ensure doctors have access to critical patient information regardless of location.

    10 January 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 7 January

  1. Namibian online payment failures drive away tourism bookings

    A digital transformation strategist documents repeated payment failures when booking holiday accommodation online and argues that payment friction costs Namibia tourism revenue; he calls for multiple payment options, backup processors, real-time monitoring, and stronger service standards from payment providers.

    7 January 2026 · The Namibian

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