AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours ago| Genocide Remembrance Day: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says the pain of the 1904–1908 genocide is still felt today, urging Namibians to commemorate, learn and push for historical truth, justice, healing and reparations. Local Governance & Heritage: | Kharas and Hardap are holding unity and development talks ahead of 28 May, with a “From Genocide to Renaissance” conference focused on youth, heritage and inclusive growth. Reparations Pressure: Okandjoze Chiefs’ Assembly on Genocide calls for a “business unusual” approach, saying symbolic discussions have not delivered action. Youth Crisis: Government and church leaders warn that hopelessness, mental health pressures, substance abuse and unemployment are putting young people at risk, calling for stronger cooperation beyond government. Mining & Jobs: The Chamber of Mines confirms its 2026–2027 leadership and says tensions with government over proposed local ownership rules continue. Agriculture: GLOBALG.A.P. certification plans for horticultural exports face cost and capacity hurdles, while a 2026 wage survey shows low farmer participation. Energy Transition: Namibia is pushing green hydrogen partnerships abroad, aiming for 30,000 green jobs by 2030. Cross-Border Culture & Sport: A bumper turnout greeted South Africa–Namibia “race wars” in Windhoek, while netball leaders stress unity and infrastructure for African sport. |
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