KFSH&RC Jeddah sedia a 10ª Conferência Internacional de Enfermagem, reunindo renomados especialistas globais

– Credenciamento Honorário do Programa de Residência em Enfermagem

RIADE, Arábia Saudita, Nov. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A 10ª Conferência Internacional de Enfermagem teve início esta manhã em Jeddah, com o tema “Enfermeiros: Como Catalisadores, Navegadores e Inovadores em Saúde”. Organizada pelo King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC), a conferência visa criar uma plataforma unificada para os profissionais de saúde compartilharem ideias e experiências. Também se concentra na transformação da prestação de cuidados de saúde, no avanço da profissão de enfermagem e no fortalecimento da importância do hospital como líder global nas práticas de enfermagem.

Marcando sua primeira edição após a era da pandemia de COVID-19, a conferência deste ano, com duração de três dias, apresenta uma programação de 14 sessões de palestras, 40 sessões simultâneas, 10 workshops detalhados e 55 apresentações simultâneas. A conferência prevê a presença de cerca de 650 pessoas.

Durante a conferência hoje, o Programa de Residência de Enfermagem do King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center de Jeddah foi credenciado pelo American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), alcançando o status de honra. Esta acreditação distingue o hospital como a primeira e única instituição de saúde fora dos Estados Unidos a ser reconhecida com este nível de excelência pelo ANCC.

O objetivo do Programa de Residência em Enfermagem credenciado é fornecer aos recém-formados em enfermagem conhecimentos essenciais e experiência prática. Esta iniciativa foi criada para garantir que os enfermeiros estejam bem preparados para oferecer atendimento de primeira linha ao paciente e manter os mais altos padrões de excelência em saúde.

O KFSH&RC passou a fazer parte da estimada Sociedade Internacional de Honra de Enfermagem ‘Sigma Theta Tau’. Esse feito, inédito para qualquer instituição de saúde não acadêmica fora dos Estados Unidos, destaca o papel do hospital como pioneiro nas práticas de enfermagem, não apenas no Oriente Médio, mas no cenário global.

Ao entrar para a Sociedade a equipe da KFSH&RC tem acesso a uma extensa coleção de recursos científicos e práticas de enfermagem de classe mundial das principais instituições de saúde do mundo. Esse acesso é fundamental para elevar o padrão dos cuidados de enfermagem, promover os resultados dos cuidados de saúde e melhorar a experiência geral do paciente.

Além disso, o hospital poderá compartilhar seu conhecimento e práticas de mais de quatro décadas nos campos da enfermagem e da saúde com mais de 600 instituições de saúde e uma rede de mais de 100.000 associados em todo o mundo. Esses associados fazem parte de uma associação comprometida com o avanço do conhecimento, educação e aprendizagem, e serviço de enfermagem, promovendo comunidades de prática, educação e pesquisa.

Comemorando seu 20º ano, a conferência deve explorar temas centrais no setor de enfermagem. O ponto principal da agenda é o papel integral da enfermagem no alcance dos ambiciosos objetivos da Saudi Vision 2030 (Visão Saudita). O evento também se aprofundará no futuro dos cuidados de saúde, particularmente como a tecnologia e a inovação estão mudando todo o cenário. As discussões se estenderão à sustentabilidade dos serviços de saúde, juntamente com insights estratégicos sobre o recrutamento e a retenção de enfermeiros. Além disso, a conferência destacará os mais recentes avanços na pesquisa em enfermagem e o papel essencial das práticas baseadas em evidências na saúde moderna.

O King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre é conhecido mundialmente pelos seus serviços de saúde especializados e de enfermaria avançada. Ele recebeu a prestigiada acreditação Magnet pela terceira vez consecutiva, um testemunho da sua excelência em enfermagem. Esta acreditação do American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) é considerada o padrão ouro global em enfermagem. É uma honra reservada para hospitais de elite que fornecem serviços de enfermagem excepcionais, atendimento de alta qualidade ao paciente, práticas inovadoras e resultados médicos notáveis. Esse reconhecimento é altamente seletivo, com apenas cerca de 8% dos hospitais em todo o mundo alcançando esse status.

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L’hôpital spécialisé et centre de recherche King Faisal de Djeddah accueille la 10e Conférence internationale sur les soins infirmiers, rassemblant des experts et des spécialistes renommés du monde entier

– Annonce relative à la distinction honorifique du programme de résidence en soins infirmiers

RIYAD, Arabie saoudite, 28 nov. 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — La 10e Conférence internationale sur les soins infirmiers s’est ouverte ce lundi à Djeddah, sur le thème « Infirmiers et infirmières : catalyseurs, navigateurs et innovateurs en santé ». Organisée à l’initiative de l’hôpital spécialisé et centre de recherche King Faisal (ci-après « KFSH&RC »), cette conférence vise à établir une plateforme commune aux professionnels de la santé, destinée au partage de leurs idées et de leurs expériences. Le programme met également en avant les évolutions du secteur de la santé, la promotion du métier infirmier, et souligne le profond leadership de l’hôpital en matière de pratiques infirmières.

Cette année, l’événement qui voit le jour à la sortie de la pandémie de COVID-19, s’étend sur trois jours. Le programme prévoit 14 sessions plénières, 40 séances parallèles, 10 ateliers intensifs, ainsi que 55 présentations simultanées. Près de 650 visiteurs sont attendus.

Le programme de résidence en soins infirmiers de l’hôpital spécialisé et centre de recherche King Faisal de Djeddah a obtenu un agrément au titre honorifique de l’organisme américain de certification de conseil infirmier, l’American Nurses Credentialing Center, ou ANCC. Cette distinction a fait l’objet d’un communiqué de presse publié le 27 novembre 2023. Il s’agit d’une grande première pour l’hôpital qui devient la seule institution de santé non-américaine reconnue à ce niveau d’excellence par l’autorité compétente.

L’objectif du programme de résidence en soins infirmiers désormais certifié consiste à fournir aux infirmiers et infirmières jeunes diplômés un ensemble de connaissances fondamentales et d’expérience pratique. Cette initiative est conçue pour bien les préparer à délivrer des prestations de qualité supérieure à leurs futurs patients, dans le respect des plus strictes normes d’excellence en matière de soins de santé.

Le KFSH&RC a été intronisé au sein de la prestigieuse « Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing », la deuxième plus grande organisation infirmière au monde. Cette adhésion, inédite pour une institution de santé non académique et non-américaine, souligne le rôle pionnier de l’hôpital dans les pratiques infirmières, au Moyen-Orient mais aussi au niveau international.

Par ailleurs, cette adhésion procure au personnel du KFSH&RC l’accès à un vaste inventaire de ressources scientifiques et de pratiques infirmières de premier plan, à l’origine des principales institutions de santé du monde entier, essentiel au relèvement du niveau des soins infirmiers, à la progression des avancées sanitaires, et à l’amélioration de l’expérience globale du patient.

De plus, par cette adhésion, l’hôpital est en mesure de partager à la fois son expertise et ses pratiques de plus de quarante ans en matière de soins infirmiers et en santé, avec à son actif un réseau composé de plus de 600 établissements de santé et de plus de 100 000 membres dans le monde entier. Ces membres font partie d’une association engagée en faveur de l’avancée des connaissances, de l’éducation, de l’apprentissage et du métier infirmier, favorisée par la formation de communautés de pratique, d’éducation et de recherche.

À l’occasion de son 20e anniversaire, la conférence s’apprête à explorer des thèmes essentiels du secteur infirmier. En tête de l’ordre du jour figure le rôle clé des soins infirmiers dans la réalisation des objectifs ambitieux du projet « Saudi Vision 2030 ». L’événement abordera en profondeur l’avenir des soins de santé, et plus particulièrement la remodélisation de son périmètre, induite par la technologie et l’innovation. Les débats porteront sur la durabilité des services de santé, mais aussi sur les perspectives stratégiques de recrutement et de rétention du personnel infirmier. Enfin, la conférence mettra en lumière les dernières avancées dans la recherche infirmière et le rôle crucial des pratiques éprouvées des soins de santé modernes.

L’hôpital spécialisé et centre de recherche King Faisal se distingue mondialement par ses services de santé spécialisés et avancés en soins infirmiers. Il a notamment obtenu la prestigieuse accréditation Magnet pour la troisième fois consécutive, ce qui témoigne de son excellence en la matière. Cet agrément délivré par l’American Nurses Credentialing Center évoqué plus haut symbolise la norme mondiale en matière de soins infirmiers. Cet honneur réservé à l’élite des établissements hospitaliers récompense des services infirmiers exceptionnels, des soins de qualité supérieure, des pratiques novatrices et des résultats médicaux remarquables. Cette reconnaissance est sujette à un haut niveau de sélectivité. Seuls près de 8 % des hôpitaux du monde bénéficient d’un tel statut.

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Building Climate Resilience Via Investment Migration to Secure a Sustainable Future

LONDON, Nov. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Henley & Partners has seen a significant uptick in interest from both private clients and governments in investment migration programs as an effective mechanism to improve their resilience to the impacts of climate change and mitigate other sustainability risks. Besides phasing out fossil fuels, the other two core themes for the upcoming UNFCCC COP28 conference in Dubai, UAE, are building climate-resilient societies and investing in climate solutions. In its inaugural Henley Wealth and Sustainability Report published today, the international residence and citizenship advisory firm highlights how investment migration can assist in addressing both these significant global challenges.

The innovative study analyzes over 150 data points across five key sustainability and wealth parameters including population density and CO2 emissions per capita, achievement of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and unique wealth tier and wealth per capita data from global wealth intelligence firm New World Wealth. The report focuses on G7 nations, BRICS member states, including the six new countries that will join the bloc in January 2024 (Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE), and a selection of 19 countries that host investment migration programs, which enable investors to acquire residence or citizenship in return for making a significant contribution to the economy.

The G7 brings together seven of the world’s most advanced industrial economies in the Global North, while the new BRICS plus Six configuration represents major emerging economies in the Global South. As Dr. Juerg Steffen, CEO of Henley & Partners, points out in the report, both groupings represent a significant share of the global economy and population, and both aim to tackle pervasive global issues such as climate change. “Investment migration can provide much-needed foreign direct investment to help meet our sustainability challenges. Several countries are already channeling program inflows into projects to boost their countries’ climate resilience for the benefit of their citizens. Grenada, for instance, has strengthened its resilience against natural disasters by offering investors citizenship in exchange for a contribution to the country’s National Transformation Fund, which supports a range of industries including alternative energy. A non-refundable contribution to Antigua and Barbuda’s National Development Fund is another example of how a country is driving its transition to renewable energy through citizenship by investment.”

Prof. Trevor Williams, former Chief Economist at Lloyds Bank Commercial banking, says the Henley Wealth and Sustainability Report can assist those looking for opportunities, either private or public, to invest in sustainability projects and other carbon-reducing initiatives. “The framing allows those seeking areas where climate change is less threatening, where adaptation is occurring fastest, and as a result where threats to sustainability are lowest to locate to achieve that goal. Through this approach, these individuals are also able to see which countries allow investors to acquire residence status through various programs, and where the opportunities for mitigation and adaptation will offer the highest returns on investment. It also shows where the best investment options are for funds that are seeking returns through sustainability and green and carbon-reducing projects and investment activities.”

Commenting in the report, Dr. Areef Suleman, Director of Economic Research and Statistics at the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Institute, says the analysis provides a data-driven perspective on how residence and citizenship by investment programs can be leveraged to enhance investment resilience and sustainability. “Investment migration countries consistently performed better than G7 and BRICS plus Six countries in key areas such as environmental responsibility, infrastructure reliability, healthcare and education quality, economic growth, and wealth accumulation. These insights underscore the wisdom investment migration offers high-net-worth individuals in securing a sustainable future for them and their progeny. In an ever-changing world, data and evidence-based decision-making provide the right compass for investors and families seeking a path to economic prosperity and sustainability.”

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Résilience climatique en hausse via la migration d’investissement pour un avenir durable

LONDRES, 28 nov. 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Henley & Partners observe un intérêt nettement plus marqué de sa clientèle publique et privée pour les programmes de migration d’investissement au titre de mécanismes privilégiés visant le renforcement de leur résilience aux effets du changement climatique et l’atténuation d’autres risques en lien avec la durabilité. Outre l’élimination progressive des combustibles fossiles, les deux autres thèmes principaux de la prochaine conférence de Dubaï sur les changements climatiques réunie aux Émirats arabes unis par la CCNUCC, ou COP 28, sont la construction de sociétés résilientes au climat et l’investissement ciblant les solutions climatiques. Dans son premier Rapport sur la richesse et la durabilité  publié ce jour, le cabinet international de conseil en résidence et citoyenneté Henley & Partners démontre comment la migration d’investissement participe à relever ces deux enjeux mondiaux majeurs.

La nouvelle étude sur la richesse du cabinet spécialisé en renseignement patrimonial mondial NewWorld Wealth passe au crible plus de 150 paramètres, déclinés à travers cinq critères clés de durabilité et de richesse, à savoir la densité de la population, les émissions de CO2 par habitant, la réalisation des objectifs de développement durable (ou ODD) de l’ONU, les données exclusives sur les seuils de richesse, et la richesse par habitant. Le rapport vise les pays membres du G7 et ceux des BRICS, y compris les six nouveaux pays qui rejoignent ce bloc dès janvier 2024, à savoir l’Arabie saoudite, l’Argentine, l’Égypte, les Émirats arabes unis, l’Éthiopie et l’Iran, mais aussi une sélection de 19 pays accueillant des programmes de migration d’investissement permettant l’acquisition d’une résidence ou d’une citoyenneté aux investisseurs en échange d’une substantielle contribution à l’économie.

Le G7 rassemble sept des économies industrielles les plus avancées de la partie septentrionale du monde, tandis que la nouvelle configuration BRICS représente les grandes économies émergentes de la partie méridionale. Comme le souligne le Dr Juerg Steffen, PDG d’Henley & Partners dans le rapport, ces deux regroupements comptent massivement sur l’économie et la population mondiales. Tous deux visent à aborder des problématiques mondiales généralisées, comme le changement climatique. « La migration d’investissement peut apporter les investissements directs étrangers nécessaires pour relever nos défis en matière de durabilité. Plusieurs pays canalisent déjà les entrées de fonds vers des projets axés sur le renforcement de la résilience climatique de leurs pays au bénéfice de leurs citoyens. Ainsi, la Grenade a pu renforcer sa résilience face aux catastrophes naturelles en proposant un programme de citoyenneté aux investisseurs en échange d’une contribution au Fonds national de transformation du pays, qui soutient différentes industries, et notamment celle de l’énergie alternative. Un autre exemple de pilotage de la transition vers les énergies renouvelables au moyen de programmes de citoyenneté : une contribution non remboursable au Fonds de développement national d’Antigua-et-Barbuda ».

Le professeur Trevor Williams, ancien économiste en chef de la banque commerciale Lloyds, estime que le Rapport sur la richesse et la durabilité publié par Henley peut se montrer utile à ceux qui recherchent des opportunités publiques ou privées d’investissement dans des projets de durabilité ou d’autres initiatives de décarbonation. « La structuration permet à ceux qui se trouvent en recherche de zones où le changement climatique est moins menaçant, où les politiques d’adaptation arrivent le plus vite et par conséquent, où les menaces envers la durabilité sont les plus faibles, de s’y retrouver pour y parvenir » déclare-t-il avant de poursuivre : « L’approche leur permet également d’identifier les pays proposant différents programmes de résidence aux investisseurs, et où les opportunités de mitigation et d’adaptation vont générer les meilleurs retours sur investissement. Elle pointe également les meilleures options d’investissement pour les fonds qui recherchent des rendements à l’origine de projets et activités d’investissement axés sur la durabilité, les initiatives vertes ou la réduction des émissions de carbone ».

Dans ses commentaires sur le rapport, le Dr Areef Suleman, directeur de la recherche économique et des statistiques à la Banque islamique de développement (ou BID) fait état d’une analyse qui procure une perspective axée sur les données sur la manière dont les programmes de résidence et de citoyenneté par investissement peuvent être exploités pour renforcer la résilience et la durabilité des investissements. « De manière constante, les pays de migration d’investissement ont enregistré de meilleures performances que les pays du G7 et du nouveau BRICS dans des domaines clés tels que la responsabilité environnementale, la fiabilité des infrastructures, la qualité des soins de santé et de l’éducation, la croissance économique et l’accumulation de richesses » observe-t-il. Et de conclure : « Ces informations soulignent le bon sens de la migration d’investissement pour les individus les plus fortunés en quête d’un avenir durable pour eux-mêmes et leurs descendants. Dans un monde en constante mutation, la prise de décisions basée sur les données et les preuves constitue une bonne orientation pour les investisseurs et les familles qui cherchent une voie vers la prospérité économique et la durabilité ».

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Construindo a Resiliência Climática Com Migração por Investimento para Garantir um Futuro Sustentável

LONDRES, Nov. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A Henley & Partners viu um aumento significativo no interesse tanto de clientes particulares quanto de governos em programas de migração por investimentos como um mecanismo eficaz para melhorar sua resiliência aos impactos da mudança climática e mitigar outros riscos de sustentabilidade. Além da eliminação progressiva de combustíveis fósseis, os outros dois temas centrais para a próxima conferência UNFCCC COP28 em Dubai, nos EAU, são construir sociedades resistentes às alterações climáticas e investir em soluções climáticas. Em seu primeiro Relatório de Riqueza e Sustentabilidade da Henley publicado hoje, a residência internacional e empresa de assessoria em cidadania destaca como a migração por investimento pode ajudar a abordar ambos desafios globais significativos.

O estudo inovador analisa mais de 150 pontos de dados ao longo de cinco parâmetros-chave de sustentabilidade e riqueza, incluindo a densidade populacional e emissões de CO2 per capita, a conquista de Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável das Nações Unidas (SDGs) e dados únicos de riqueza por classe e riqueza per capita da empresa de inteligência global em riqueza, New World Wealth. O relatório foca em nações G7, estados membros do BRICS, incluindo os seis novos países que se unirão ao bloco em janeiro de 2024 (Argentina, Egito, Etiópia, Irã, Arábia Saudita e os EAU), e uma seleção de 19 países que sediam programas de migração por investimento, permitindo aos investidores adquirir residência ou cidadania em retorno por realizar uma contribuição significativa para a economia.

O G7 reúne sete das economias industriais mais avançadas do mundo no hemisfério norte, e a nova configuração BRICS-plus-six (“BRICS mais seis”) representa as principais economias emergentes no hemisfério sul. De acordo com o Dr. Juerg Steffen, CEO da Henley & Partners, ressalta no relatório, ambos os grupos representam uma porção significativa da economia e população global, e eles têm como objetivo resolver problemas globais abrangentes, como a mudança climática. “A migração por investimento pode garantir investimento direto estrangeiro indispensável para ajudar a atender nossas mudanças de sustentabilidade. Vários países já estão canalizando influxos de programas em projetos para promover a resiliência climática de seus países em benefício de seus cidadãos. Granada, por exemplo, tem fortalecido sua resistência contra desastres naturais oferecendo a investidores a cidadania em troca por uma contribuição ao Fundo de Transformação Nacional do país, que apoia diversas indústrias, incluindo a de energias alternativas. Uma contribuição não reembolsável para o Fundo de Desenvolvimento Nacional de Antígua e Barbuda é outro exemplo de como um país está direcionando a sua transição para energias renováveis através da cidadania por investimento.”

O Prof. Trevor Williams, ex-Economista Chefe na Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking, diz que o Relatório de Riqueza e Sustentabilidade da Henley pode ajudar aqueles buscando oportunidades, tanto particulares quanto públicas, para investir em projetos de sustentabilidade e outras iniciativas redutoras das emissões de carbono. “O enquadramento permite àqueles buscando áreas onde a mudança climática seja menos ameaçadora, onde a adaptação esteja ocorrendo mais rápido, e, como um resultado, onde as ameaças à sustentabilidade sejam menores para se localizar, a atingir esse objetivo. Através desta abordagem, esses indivíduos também são capazes de ver quais países permitem que os investidores adquiram o status de residência por meio de vários programas, e onde as oportunidades para mitigação e adaptação oferecerão os maiores retornos sobre o investimento. Ela também mostra onde as melhores opções de investimento estão, para fundos que estão buscando retornos através de projetos e atividades de investimento de sustentabilidade, verdes e redutores de carbono.”

Comentando no relatório, o Dr. Areef Suleman, Diretor de Pesquisa Econômica e Estatística no Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDB), comenta que a análise oferece uma perspectiva baseada em dados sobre como a residência e a cidadania por programas de investimento podem ser elevadas para aprimorar a resiliência de investimentos e a sustentabilidade. “Países de migração por investimento consistentemente tiveram melhor desempenho que países do G7 e do BRICS-plus-six em áreas-chave, como responsabilidade ambiental, confiabilidade da infraestrutura, qualidade da saúde e da educação, crescimento econômico e acúmulo de riqueza. Estes insights ressaltam a sabedoria que a migração por investimento oferece a pessoas de alto patrimônio líquido para garantir um futuro sustentável para elas e seus descendentes. Em um mundo em constante transformação, a tomada de decisões com base em dados e evidências fornece a bússola certa para investidores e famílias buscando um caminho para a prosperidade e sustentabilidade econômicas.”

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Tragic Fire Claims Life and Destroys Homes in Aussenkehr


AUSSENKEHR – A fire at Aussenkehr farm in the ||Kharas Region tragically claimed the life of a 27-year-old man and destroyed 30 reed houses on Tuesday. Deputy Commissioner Nikodemus Mbango, the Namibian Police Force’s crime investigations coordinator for the region, identified the deceased as Willem Shiyoleni. The fire, which reportedly originated from Shiyoleni’s house, broke out around 01h30. The cause of the fire has not yet been established. Community members responded quickly, managing to extinguish the flames, but not before the destruction of numerous homes.
According to Namibia Press Agency (NAMPA), In a separate incident in Karasburg, a 28-year-old man, Jujean Bradley Jager, was found deceased in his room in an apparent suicide. According to Mbango, Jager’s body was discovered by his niece in the Westerkim residential area on Monday, around 12h45. He had returned home from work and was later found by his niece after asking for his room key. The families of both Shiyoleni and Jager have been notified of their losses. The police are continuing investigations into both cases to determine the circumstances surrounding these tragic events.

Namibia Employs 1,600 Community Health Workers, Prime Minister Announces in Lusaka


LUSAKA – Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila revealed that the Namibian government currently employs 1,600 Community Health Workers (CHWs). Speaking at the third international conference on public health in Africa in Lusaka, Zambia, she stated that the government-funded CHW Programme, initiated in 2012, aligns with the African Union’s goal of deploying two million CHWs across the continent.
According to Namibia Press Agency (NAMPA), this program has contributed significantly to Namibia achieving the UNAIDS 92-98-94 target, drastically reducing HIV/AIDS morbidity and mortality. She also mentioned that 85% of healthcare services in Namibia are domestically financed. Additionally, the Prime Minister highlighted Namibia’s success in integrating COVID-19 vaccines into its routine vaccination program and underscored the country’s commitment to building robust and sustainable health systems, in accordance with the Sustainable Development Goal 3 and the African Union Agenda 2063. Kuugongelwa-Amadhila also discussed the implementation of the One Health Approach in Namibia, which involves collaboration across human, animal, plant, and environmental health sectors. This approach is being formalized through the development of a National One Health Strategy, aiming to enhance public health emergency preparedness and response.

Angolan National Arrested for Alleged Rape in Omusati Region


OMUSATI – A 46-year-old Angolan man was arrested in Iihanguti village, Omusati Region, for allegedly raping a 16-year-old girl, resulting in her pregnancy. Deputy Commissioner Moses Simaho, the crime investigations coordinator of the Namibian Police Force in Omusati, confirmed the arrest on Tuesday.
According to Namibia Press Agency (NAMPA), the incident occurred between February and June of this year, with the suspect allegedly coercing the victim into sexual intercourse multiple times before she became pregnant. The victim, a Grade 6 learner residing in the same village as the suspect, reported the matter to the police through her 46-year-old uncle. The police are continuing their investigation into the matter.

Kharas Governor Highlights Role of Academic Dialogue in Economic Development


KHARAS – Aletha Frederick, Governor of Kharas, emphasized the significance of academic dialogue in shaping sustainable economic development strategies during the University of Namibia’s faculty of commerce, management, and law research symposium. The event, held under the theme ‘Economic recovery and resilience’, focused on leveraging academic research to inform policymaking. According to Frederick, research provides a crucial foundation for understanding economic recovery and resilience, offering empirical evidence and theoretical insights for effective strategy formulation. She underscored the role of research in addressing challenges in economies aiming for recovery and sustainability, particularly in areas like inclusive growth and economic resilience.
According to Namibia Press Agency (NAMPA), Frederick also pointed out the importance of collaboration among government bodies, private sector entities, civil society organizations, and academic institutions in fostering economic recovery and resilience. Highlighting the impact of recent challenges such as prolonged droughts and the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to a 7.9 percent decline in Namibia’s GDP in 2020, she stressed the need for immediate action to regain lost ground and advance towards thriving, inclusive communities. The symposium served as a platform for exchanging ideas and solutions, with various speakers, including UNAM executive dean for commerce, Jacob Nyambe, who advocated for cost-effective, problem-solving academic programs. Nyambe’s remarks reinforced the university’s commitment to addressing societal issues through academic research and dialogue.

Hope FC Tops Oshana Women’s Football League Amid Financial Challenges for Teams


OSHAKATI – Hope Football Club has emerged as the leader of the Oshana Regional Namibia Football Association (NFA) Women’s Football League, maintaining an unbeaten streak after its latest weekend victories. The league’s Public Relations Officer, Felisberto Pedarè Da Silva, informed Nampa on Tuesday that the league is now down to six clubs following the withdrawal of Onelago Beauties FC and Victoria Andimba FC due to financial issues. Da Silva called for increased corporate and individual support to enhance the league’s competitiveness and support aspiring young female footballers.
According to Namibia Press Agency (NAMPA), The league, which commenced on November 4, 2023, has been showcasing impressive performances at Oshakati Independence Stadium and the Valombola Vocational Training College Sports Ground in Ongwediva. Hope FC secured the top spot after defeating Oshakati Super Stars FC and Teenage Queens FC. Meanwhile, Mighty Angels FC scored the most goals over the weekend, securing victories against Teenage Angels FC and Oshana NamPol FC. Bakpro Millennial Queens FC also performed well, earning four points after a win against Oshana NamPol and a draw with Oshakati Super Stars FC. Currently, Hope FC leads the league with nine points, followed closely by Mighty Angels FC with seven points. Bakpro Oshana Millennial Queens are in fourth place with the same number of points but having played an additional game. Oshana NamPol and Teenage Queens are at the bottom of the table, each with one point. The league champions will advance to the playoffs, vying for a spot in the national NFA Women
‘s Super League.

President Geingob Addresses Criticism of International Travel


WINDHOEK – President Hage Geingob, in his annual press briefing at State House, responded to media criticism regarding his and his ministers’ international travels, emphasizing the importance of focusing on substantive issues. Geingob clarified that international travel is a part of his mandate to serve the Namibian nation, not motivated by monetary benefits. He refuted allegations suggesting that he and his cabinet members travel to gain from travel and subsistence allowances, underscoring his commitment to public service.
According to Namibia Press Agency (NAMPA), The president also addressed recent media reports about the government’s purchase of luxury vehicles for the Prime Minister and her deputy, arguing that such expenditures are necessary for effective service delivery. He urged the media to concentrate on more significant topics rather than reducing government activities to trivial matters like travel and vehicles. During the briefing, President Geingob reviewed the year’s progress, highlighting his state visit to South Africa in April. The visit aimed to enhance bilateral relations, focusing on regional, continental, and international concerns, and exploring new areas of cooperation in sectors like green hydrogen and oil and gas.

Julia Endjambi Re-Elected as Mayor of Oshikuku


OSHIIKUKU – Julia Endjambi has been re-elected as the mayor of Oshikuku during the town council’s interim elections held on Tuesday. Petrus Petrus will serve as the deputy mayor, while Linus Mingeli, Veronica Mwenyo, and Williams Sheende retain their positions on the management committee. Petrus Nambinga and Rosalia Kalimbo continue as ordinary council members. In her acceptance speech, Endjambi emphasized the importance of serving the Oshikuku community with equality, commitment, and dedication.
According to Namibia Press Agency (NAMPA), She highlighted the significant tasks ahead, particularly the expectations set by the community in relation to the 2023/24 budget. Endjambi stressed the council’s responsibility to deliver services and tangible development impartially. She called for unity among council members to effectively address the needs and challenges of the residents. Endjambi also encouraged council members and staff to be well-prepared for meetings, aiming to contribute meaningfully to the town’s development.

Omuthiya and Tsumeb Municipalities Initiate Programs to Alleviate Unemployment


OMUTHIYA – The Omuthiya Town Council (OTC) has initiated a program to create a job seeker database, registering 168 unemployed residents within the town’s boundaries. OTC spokesperson Ottilie Shingenge explained that this registry will facilitate temporary employment opportunities for tasks like cleaning and beautification of the town.
According to Namibia Press Agency (NAMPA), aims to provide employment on a first-come, first-served basis. Similarly, the Tsumeb Municipality has been addressing youth unemployment, having recorded over 4,000 job seekers in the last two years. Tsumeb’s spokesperson, Stella Nangolo, detailed their approach of employing locals for tasks such as park and cemetery maintenance and providing contract workers to companies like Dundee. Nangolo highlighted the challenge of managing expectations from non-residents seeking employment, leading to a shift in their strategy to directly recruit unemployed individuals for temporary contract work in specific Tsumeb locations.

FirstRand Namibia and Ohorongo Cement Empower Opuwo Youth with Business Skills


OPUWO – Twenty-five young individuals in Opuwo have been equipped with brickmaking and business skills, thanks to a joint initiative by the FirstRand Namibia Foundation Trust and Ohorongo Cement. This training, conducted at the Opuwo Urban Constituency office last week, is part of a broader effort to foster economic growth in Namibia.
According to Namibia Press Agency (NAMPA), the initiative aligns with the country’s need for advanced technical and vocational skills, particularly in the construction sector. Participants received starter packs including essential tools and materials to launch their own businesses. The collaboration, valued at over N.dollars 300,000, aims to enable the youth of Opuwo to contribute to community development and regional investment. Minister of Industrialisation, Trade and SME Development Lucia Iipumbu, in a statement, lauded the initiative for its potential to address unemployment and empower the community sustainably.

CRAN Reassures on 5G Safety as Namibia Prepares for Rollout


WINDHOEK – Emilia Nghikembua, CEO of the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN), has assured the public that the upcoming 5G network will be safe and adhere to international standards. Speaking at a media event, Nghikembua dismissed concerns about radiation from 5G technology, emphasizing compliance with guidelines by the International Telecommunication Union and the World Health Organization.
According to Namibia Press Agency (NAMPA), She compared 5G radiation to common forms like FM radio and UV rays, stating that it poses no significant health risks. The 5G network will complement existing 3G and 4G networks, enhancing data transmission and connectivity. CRAN’s Cybersecurity and ICT Executive, Elton Witbooi, echoed these assurances, emphasizing that the 5G network’s rollout will not affect the functionality of existing devices and will offer improved services, especially in rural areas.