For generations, Namibian communities have relied on the healing properties of Pechuël-Loeschea leubnitzia, commonly known as Bitter Bush (Ezimba), to treat various ailments. Now, a young Namibian researcher is on a mission to scientifically validate its medicinal potential and bring traditional knowledge into modern healthcare.

Pechuël-loeschea, is a monotypic genus of African plants in the elecampane tribe within the sunflower family, and named after the German plant collector and geographer Eduard Pechuël-Loeschea.

This past weekend, the real stars were the giggling, gurgling, and utterly adorable babies who stole hearts at the 3rd Annual Baby Expo. Held at the scenic Droombos Estate, the event transformed into a wonderland of pint-sized charm, with its highlight being the Facebook Baby Photo Competition, which showcased 92 of Namibia’s most photogenic tots.

As a content strategist, creative director, and filmmaker, Othilia “Tutu” Mungoba’s collaboration with Windhoek Physiotherapy began with a shared vision intended to spotlight the Arrows Ladies Football Club, a team the physiotherapy practice financially supports and advises.
After immersing herself in the players’ world, she started attending training sessions, social gatherings, and initiating one-on-one discussions before casting five leading roles for a documentary. What began as a client-vendor relationship, soon evolved into a joint production venture.

My readings of Namibia’s history of the indigenes exposed me to the at best cordial relations between the Nama and Ovaherero long before I met Pastoor Hendrik Witbooi. His Great Grandfather !Nanseb, that Namibian revolutionary par excellence, had his tussles with Ovaherero and he had remained the most respected of all the Nama warriors by Ovaherero.

Bank Windhoek this week handed over funds amounting to N$412,000 to the Imago Dei Welfare and Poverty Relief project at Rocky Crest Primary School in Windhoek. This marks the third consecutive year that the two entities have collaborated on this school feeding initiative.

The recently concluded Annual Bank Windhoek Central Estate Agents Awards could not have come at a more opportune time, as the financing of 475 homes, worth approximately N$600 million, in 2024 alone, represents a 24% increase on the prior year’s value.

The Namibian government has assured communities at risk of water flooding that it is fully prepared to offer both financial and logistical assistance, should the need arise. 
I-Ben Nashandi, Executive Director in the Office of the Prime Minister, confirmed the government’s readiness in an interview with Confidente on Thursday.
He, however, did not reveal the specific fund targeted for this particular development.

The Fisheries Monitoring, Control, and Surveillance Coordination Centre (MCSCC) Board of Directors convened its second meeting in South Africa from March 4-6, 2025, to advance regional strategies against illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. This issue poses a significant threat to Namibia’s marine resources and coastal economy.

Former First Lady Monica Geingos has emphasized the need for unity across generations, during her recent visit to Liberia.
As Chairperson of the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Centre for Women and Development (EJS Centre), Geingos joined global leaders in the Librian capital, Monrovia, to celebrate the Centre’s fifth anniversary, which coincided with International Women’s Day. 

As the countdown towards the end of President Dr. Nangolo Mbumba’s term as Head of State begins, analysts suggest that his administration will be remembered for its steady approach to governance and laid-back demeanour.
Political analyst Natji Tjirera notes that Mbumba, despite his rather enigmatic persona, assumed leadership following the passing of the country’s most flamboyant and well-loved president. As such, Tjirera asserts, Mbumba faced the challenge of filling very big shoes in the public domain while also steering the Namibian ship forward.