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"The footprint left was large, but we are very serious with our restoration efforts. We actually exceeded the Namibian requirements for rehabilitation."

"If one goes there now one would not imagine that those beaches were mining areas until recently."

"We have not only restored vast tracts of land that were mined for decades but a big stretch of beach area has also been rehabilitated."

"I think I look back with great satisfaction that I spent my time in a worthwhile way. It was hard, it was very busy, but I’m glad that I was able to play my part in the struggle for independence."

"am also glad that I was able to stick to my studies and see them through. It was not always easy to study with the family and taking care of young kids and then at the same time being so politically active."

"actually I experienced a bit of racism but this was some kind of hidden racism that you would encounter."

"Our towns are dirty. Can the local authority do something here?"

"On the other hand, freshwater aquaculture is a government-driven sector producing African catfish and tilapia, mostly for food security at the household level in rural areas"

"Aspiring fish farmers can visit any of our regional offices, where our staff will inspect the site for fish ponds, test the water quality, and provide fingerlings of fish species at a small cost of 20 cents per tilapia and 30 cents per catfish"

"These computers symbolize equality and inclusivity, ensuring that every child has the tools needed for success,"

"Rwanda is simply the best when it comes to gender issues. They have a reputation of achieving whatever they set their eyes on and we want to learn from them"

"We encourage you to keep building relationships with the relatives of these children"

"You the stakeholders must suggest how to effectively and sustainably drive a national wealth redistribution agenda, which points to high levels of skewedness with resources only vested in the handful few"

"Therefore, I thank the Office of the Governor and the entire team for your prompt actions to ensure that we bring changes to the lives of our people as we fight this war against hunger and poverty"

"I want to call upon each and every one present here, including the food bank street committee, to be poverty foot soldiers who join efforts and hands with the government in rooting out poverty from our homes and nation"

"Our youth who will participate in this programme are expected to acquire knowledge about product development, entrepreneurship, the circular economy and digital technologies"

"This project seeks to equip Namibian youth with the necessary knowledge in product development, entrepreneurship, the circular economy, and digital technologies"

"The rapid advancement of digital technologies and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) are transforming the cultural and creative industries, creating new opportunities while posing challenges that must be addressed"

"The ministry is cognisant of the fact that Namibia has gone through a challenging period. This has negatively impacted many Namibians to support their children to enrol at higher education institutions. This also has put pressure on NSFAF"

"Without significant investments"

"When girls do not have adequate sanitation facilities, when they face challenges in getting sanitary pads and when they are surrounded by discriminatory social taboos about menstrual cycle, they will continue to be deprived of opportunities to participate freely and comfortably in school, at play or other social activities"

"The party constitution is clear that every member shall be obliged to promote the unity in the party at all levels and shall refrain from any activity that creates disunity, sectarianism and disruption of the services of the party. Therefore, let’s leave this room as a united force"

"Our position should not be how to get rid of X, Y and Z because if we do that, we are breaking the party. Our position should be: how do we work hard to increase our numbers so that we add A, B and C to X, Y and Z? Numbers are crucial"

"Numbers give you strength. Numbers give you power. Numbers contribute financially to the growth of the party. The more the numbers, the more seats in the National Assembly, and the more money you get from the treasury"

"After careful consideration of all facts and issues at our disposal, we as leaders have decided to call off our elective congress until further notice. This is to avert possible loss of lives and unnecessary harm that might befall our members because of the current situation prevailing there"

"We plead with our members to remain calm while the leadership will deliberate and announce the way forward"

"It is difficult for one to ignore or distort the impressive achievements registered by the Swapo government in a country that suffered untold and despicable injustices perpetrated by successive colonial regimes"

"Our relationship has not only strengthened our maritime capabilities, but also enhanced our capacity for trade, security and cultural exchange"

"Our cooperation is built on several key pillars, including emphasising the importance of shared knowledge and experience. Brazil has a long-standing tradition of naval excellence with a navy that has played a crucial role in international peacekeeping and humanitarian missions"

"Namibia brings a wealth of experience in coastal and maritime resources management, particularly in protecting our rich marine biodiversity"

"The party will therefore vigorously defend itself in any action that may be instituted against it"

"Let us go out there and mobilise our members, supporters, the young and the old. To march towards a decisive victory by getting registered as voters"

"As a revolutionary party that stood the test of time and broke the jaws of colonialism, we will be heading into the elections as a united front and will continue to build the Namibian House"

"It is therefore not surprising that the Namibian nation, judging from the numbers of members, supporters and sympathisers involved in the party’s recent campaign and recruitment activities, sees no hope in any other political formation other than Swapo"

"Our collective and primary objective is to ensure a landslide victory for the Swapo Party and its Presidential candidate, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah"