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Ministry of Justice & Labour Relations – Leadership Training Workshop

Capacity Building for Middle-Management Legal Officers

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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

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Erongo Region Workshop “Women, Gender and Gender-based Violence”

ECSO Project

The ECSO project as part of its mandate to capacitate CSOs, women, youth and marginalised communities will host it’s second training on “Women, Gender and Gender-based” in Erongo Region from 17 to 21 February 2025 in Swakopmund with members from target groups 1, 2 and 3 of the project. The workshop will focus on capacitating participants on issues around gender, gender-based violence and reporting of violence as well as services available. The training which is supported by the European Union and KAS and co-implemented between KAS and Women’s Action for Development forms part of the initiative aimed at achieving a vibrant and inclusive democracy and addressing the challenges brought on by GBV.

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Public Discussion: The Potential of Namibia’s Youth to Strengthen Democracy

In conjunction with Farewell & Networking Event honoring Mrs. Natalie Russmann, outgoing Resident Representative

In light of the recent commemoration of Constitution Day, KAS presents a public dialogue to address how the potential of youth in Namibia can be harnessed to enhance democratic structures in Namibia? Highlighting specifically participation in general elections and strengthening good governance. The event is hosted in conjunction with the farewell & networking session to honor the outgoing Resident Representative Mrs. Natalie Russmann.

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Kunene Region Workshop "Women, Gender and Gender-based Violence"

ECSO Project

The ECSO project as part of its mandate to capacitate CSOs, women, youth and marginalised communities will host it’s first training on “Women, Gender and Gender-based violence” in Kunene Region from 3 to 7 February 2025 in Outjo with members from target groups 1, 2 and 3 of the project. The workshop will focus on capacitating participants on issues around gender, gender-based violence and reporting of violence as well as services available. The training which is supported by the European Union and KAS and co-implemented between KAS and Women’s Action for Development forms part of an initiative aimed at achieving a vibrant and inclusive democracy and addressing the challenges brought on by GBV.

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E- Parliament Workshop

Parliament APP

During the week of 27th to 31st January 2025, KAS joined the Parliament of the Republic of Namibia IT department in finalizing the outstanding work on the ParliamentAPP. The APP aims to enhance Parliament access to the public.

Book presentation

Book Discussion - Namibia's Water-Energy-Food Nexus

National Development in Uncertain Times

We are delighted to engage the public on a follow up book discussion and short presentation for 2 hours together with co-authors Dr. Detlof von Oertzen and Dr. Martin Schneider, who will lead the discussion. Following the launch of the publication in April 2024, this event promises an engaging dialogue with the aim to create ongoing awareness and further strengthen collaborative efforts to address Namibia’s challenges in light of the Water-Energy-Food Nexus. About the Book Our survival on Earth depends fundamentally on the availability of water, energy, and food. The interconnectedness of these elements, known as the Water-Energy-Food Nexus, underscores the importance of addressing these resources holistically. This is particularly critical as growing global populations and climate change place increasing demands on finite resources. Namibia, like many nations, faces significant challenges in managing water, energy, and food sustainably. The book introduces Namibia’s water, energy, and food sectors, explores their interrelationships, and examines how development prospects can be enhanced through a strengthened nexus approach.

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Years End Award TUCSIN - Robotic School

Certificate Handover Youth Robotic School

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ECSO Project Third Module Training on “Youth Engagement and Empowerment”

//Karas region

Last week, the ECSO Project hosted the last training of the year on "Youth Engagement and Empowerment" with 29 participants from selected CSOs, traditional authorities and media from the //Karas region. Participants were capacitated on how to effectively engage and work with youth to improve their communities.

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ECSO Project Third Module Training on “Youth Engagement and Empowerment”

Erongo region

The ECSO project hosted the 2nd training on Youth Engagement and Empowerment with 24 participants form CSOs, Traditional Authorities and Media on selected topics regarding youth in Namibia. The training was able to capacitate participants to effectively engage youth during their work within the Erongo region. The ECSO project is co-funded by KAS and the European Union and implemented in collaboration with Womens' Action for Development.

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30th Anniversary of the Women's Action for Development

Celebration

Since 1994, KAS has supported the Women's Action for Development, to continue advocating for the rights of women and empowering communities across Namibia. We are proud to announce the celebration of WAD's 30th Anniversary and wish our organisational partners all the best going forward. May WAD continue to uplift society at large through capacity building initiatives for the sake of promoting democratic development.

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ECSO Project Third Module Training on “Youth Engagement and Empowerment”

Kunene Region

The ECSO project will be hosting the third module training on the topic “Youth Engagement and Empowerment” with selected CSOs, traditional authorities and Media personnel in Outjo, Kunene region in the week of 14 to 18 October 2024. With the support of the European Union and Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, as well as the joint implementation with Women’s Action for Development, the goal is to improve the participants' engagement with youth to promote the upliftment and empowerment of the youth in the region.

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Launch of Namibian Sign Language App

National Disability Policy Milestone

On September 24th, 2025, over 100 participants gathered at the Walvis Bay Municipality Town Hall in Namibia to mark the International Week of the Deaf and the International Day of Sign Languages with the official launch of the Namibian Sign Language App (NAMSLAP). Organized by the Namibia National Association of the Deaf (NNAD) and the Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS) Namibia-Angola Office, and supported by the Office of the President, NAMPORT Social Investment Fund, as well as local government and various private sector partners, the event gave visibility to Namibia’s Deaf community, reflecting a national effort for greater inclusion and recognition of linguistic rights. The ceremony was honored by the Vice President of the Republic of Namibia, Her Excellency Lucia Witbooi, who delivered the keynote address and officially launched the app. Remarks by Anna Hoffmann-Kwanga, Director of the KAS Namibia-Angola Office, as well as the Governor of Erongo, Hon. Natalia /Goagoses, and the Office of the Prime Minister and Walvis Bay Town Council, not to mention the Office of the President Disability Affairs Division and presentations by NNAD Chairperson, Peter Uushona, the app developers (Yobi Code), and EDeaf South Africa, emphasized inclusive literacy, equal access to education and employment, demonstrating the transformative potential of digital tools for social inclusion and a thriving inclusive democracy. Highlights included a panel discussion on foundational literacy, inclusive rule of law, and inclusive private sector engagement. Testimonials from members of the Deaf Community on what it means to “live a day in the shoes of a Deaf Person” enriched the event further. The launch was also graced by entertainment rendered by deaf learners from the Walvis Bay Primary School, and a basic sign language training session, concluding with key insights on digital security presented by SALT Essentials. Overall, the event served to empower Namibia’s Deaf Community, offering practical networking and learning opportunities, with dedicated sign language interpreters supporting accessibility throughout. The MCs, Jessica Gawachab, secretary of the National Disability Council of Namibia (NDCN) and Beatrice Schultz, Inclusive Education Consultant ensured for an inclusive spirit during the event. The practical skill-building sessions ensured that feedback from attendees and partners reflected strong appreciation for the NAMSLAP launch and 2025 Commemoration of the International Week of the Deaf. Suggestions for improvement centered on enhancing stakeholder communication and future inclusivity at mainstream events, but overall, objectives were met with positive public outreach and awareness, as well as sufficient media attention. In October 2025, Namibia also reached a national milestone: the launch of its first comprehensive National Disability Policy, signifying concrete progress in safeguarding the rights and social participation of people with disabilities. Both initiatives—NAMSLAP and the National Disability Policy— continue to demonstrate Namibia’s commitment to empowering all citizens, nurturing public and private partnership, and promoting dignity and inclusion as foundations of social development and a democracy in action.

National Disability Week in Namibia

Inclusivity in Namibia

KAS Namibia-Angola together with the National Disability Council of Namibia (NDCN) on 05th and 06th March shared insights on the occasion of the National Disability Week which took place in the Oshana Region, Northern Namibia. The event was attended by key ministries, the National Disability Council of Namibia and other key stakeholders. All relevant national Organisations for People with Disabilities were present to exchange challenges and way forward. The event highlighted the importance of strategic partnerships, accountability, transparency and efficiency when developing and implementing sustainable and impactful programmes for persons with disabilities. KAS Namibia together with key stakeholders continue to collaborate to promote inclusivity and favorable regulatory frameworks for the sake of access to services, information and employment opportunities for People with Disabilities. 

World Press Freedom Day 2021

The Sidelines

On 3 May 2021, the media industry globally joined the host country Namibia to celebrate World Press Freedom Day 2021, which coincided with the 30th anniversary of the Windhoek Declaration - well known for paving ways for free speech, media freedom and media pluralism in Africa and the world. In celebrating world press freedom day, the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology and UNESCO Global and local offices have led celebrations by hosting a number of events prior, during and after the global commemorations.

Event Report on the KAS Talent Empowerment Programme

Core Session 2

The Talent Empowerment Programme promises to serve as a dialogue and networking platform to enhance leadership and project management traits within the Civil Society Sector in Namibia and strengthen participant's personal and professional development through soft skills.

Event Report on the KAS Talent Empowerment Programme

Core Session 1

The Talent Empowerment Programme promises to serve as a dialogue and networking platform to enhance leadership and project management traits within the Civil Society Sector in Namibia and strengthen participant's personal and professional development through soft skills.

Great Kunene Leadership Training

The Great Kunene Leadership Training has for the past three years focused on capacitating and empowering the marginalized youth across the seven constituencies in the Kunene region to engage in local and regional initiatives with the objective to develop themselves and improve their future and most essentially, to think differently about tackling developmental challenges in their region and the betterment of the community and region at last.

Leadership Training

Workshop in the Omaheke region

A leadership training for regional decision makers.

Okankolo Workshop für Frauen aus ländlichen Gebieten

Ein Workshop, der vom Projekt Eine Welt ohne Hunger (EWoH) durchgeführt wurde

Der Workshop für Frauen aus den ländlichen Gebieten Namibias soll insbesondere Witwen, alleinerziehende Mütter und verheiratete Frauen über ihre Rechte informieren, welche in der namibischen Verfassung und anderen kodifizierten Gesetzen Namibias verankert sind.

Oukwanyama Ta (Weyulu Ya Hedimbi District) Workshop

A workshop conducted by the One World no Hunger (EWoH) Project

The intention of the workshop was to capacitate the traditional leaders with the necessary skills and relevant information.

Workshop für Wassermanagement

in der Omaheke Region

In dem Workshop soll das Bewusstsein für regionale Führung und die Rolle von Führung im Umgang mit Innovationen im Bereich der Wassertechnologie ermöglicht werden, um Arbeitsplätze zu schaffen und zu fördern.