Book Launch: Namibia Land of Many Cultures
Celebrating 40 Years of Kuiseb Publishers
In celebration of Kuiseb Publishers’ 40-year anniversary, the Namibia Scientific Society (NNS) in partnership with the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung and Namibia Library and Archive Services (NSAL), are launching the Publication titled "Namibia Land of Many Cultures" at the Namibia Scientific Society. With over 100 invited guests, this celebratory evening aims to merge culture, and community and reflect on four decades of publishing whilst the editors will share an overview of this the new book which highlight the richness and diversity of the Namibian nation. Dress Code: Traditional Attire Refreshments will be served
Debate the role of local Elections and local Authorities
Economic advantages and challenges for local authorities in Angola
Der eintägige Experten-Workshop an der Universidade Lusiada beleuchtet die Rolle der lokalen Autoritäten in Angola, die Herausforderungen und wirtschaftlichen Potentialen in den Provinzen.
Youth in Politics
Role of youth in an election year
In the decisive election year 2024, KAS Namibia is bringing together young politicians from different opposition parties and offering them training to better prepare them for their role. During an intensive one-day workshop, selected young politicians will be trained in party programmes, development policies and voter acquisition as well communication strategies. Two of the most high-profile participants of this workshop will have the opportunity to meet a German delegation from the Deutsch Europapolitisches Bildungswerk DEPB, who are currently visiting Namibia this week.
Women’s Conference
Celebrating International Women’s Day. Women as Change Makers
In celebration of International Women’s Day KAS gathered with women from all walks of life and various sectors, including the business sector, and to reflect on the role Women play as Change Makers. Resident Representative, Natalie Russmann took the floor alongside many great women, namely to ponit out Hon. Christine Hoebes minister of presidential affairs to highlight women's role in forging #demorcacy #economicdevelopment and peace.
National Disability Week
Innovative Solutions toward an accessible and inclusive society
KAS were invited by the National Disability Council of Namibia - NDCN on 05th and 06th March to share insights on effective Disability Programmes at the National Disability Week in the Oshana region. The event was attended by key ministries, the Namibia Board of Standards and other key stakeholders. Even Organisations for People with Disabilities were present to exchange. The event highlighted the importance of strategic partnerships, accountability, transparency and good governance when developing and implementing sustainable and impactful #programmes for #personswithdisabilities. Together key stakeholders continue to collaborate in Namibia to promote inclusivity and favorable regulatory frameworks for the sake of access to services and employment opportunities for PWDs.
ECSO Project Operational and Administrative Management Training
//Kharas Region
The past week 04 - 08 March 2024 the KAS and WAD team who are implementing the ECSO project hosted a training for 13 CSOs from //Karas region on Operational and Administrative Management in Keetmanshoop. The training was able to empower a total of 24 participants in a 5-day workshop aimed at strengthening the internal operational structures of their respective organisations.
Human Rights Training
The Ombudsman as a bridge for Collaboration
A three-day human rights training in collaboration with KAS, the Office of the Ombudsman and Zambezi, Kavango East and Kavango West Governor's Offices, to capacitate 60 participants ranging from regional and local authorities, the community, youth, stakeholders in the disability and service delivery sector and civil society. The training will be facilitated by selected experts from multiple sectors in Katima Mulilo, with the aim to forge a collaborative effort to increase civic education and civic responsibility in order to build effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions at all levels.
ECSO Project Training: Operational and Administrative Management Erongo
Module 1
The ECSO project will be conducting it's second training on Module 1: Operational and Administrative Management for Erongo region targeting 11 CSOs with capacity building to strengthen their internal operational and administrative process. The training will take place in Swakopmund with 22 participants representing various CSO from the Erongo Region. The workshop shall also offer opportunities to network and join forces among the CSOs.
Voters Education NBC Radio Programme
Namibian Voters Sensitisation and Awareness
Voters sensitisation and awareness is a crucial component in preparation of the upcoming Presidential and National Assembly elections slated for November 2024. As part of its contribution to democracy and electoral process, KAS is supporting the voter education discussion programme on NBC Radio. We urge the public to tune in every Tuesday, 10:00 -11:00 and participate.
ECSO Project Training: Operational and Administrative Management Kunene
Module 1
The ECSO project will be conducting it's first training on Module 1: Operational and Administrative Management for Kunene region targeting 11 CSOs with capacity building to strengthen their internal operational and administrative process. The training will take place in Outjo with 22 participants from 05 - 09 February 2024.
ECSO Project Launch and Press Event
Empowering CSOs, Women, Youth and Marginalised communities as Equal partners in Democracy
In an effort to advance the interest of women, youth and marginalised communities, Konrad Adenauer Stiftung would like to announce the launch of the European Union and Konrad Adenauer Stiftung co-funded project titled "Empowering CSOs, Women, Youth and Marginalised communities as Equal Partners in Democracy" (ECSO). The project launch will be held on Tuesday 23 January 2024 and aims to shine the light on this exciting new project that will be co-implemented by Konrad Adenauer Stiftung and Women's Action for Development in Namibia. The project which will focus on capacity building and advocacy skills building, will target CSOs in the //Karas, Kunene and Erongo regions for the next 2 and a half years with targeted interventions. The launch of the project is the start to bringing visibility to efforts aimed at supporting youth and marginalised persons in addressing social challenges that they face on a daily basis across the respective three regions.
