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Event
Launch of the Parliament App
Digital Democracy in Action: Namibia’s Parliament Goes Digital. A user-friendly platform to decentralize parliamentary news and updates for all citizens.
Yesterday, 11th March 2025, a groundbreaking step was taken towards enhancing transparency, accountability, and inclusivity in Namibia’s legislative process. KAS joined the Parliament of the Republic of Namibia to witness the launch of the ICT Policy and Bill Tracking System in support by the European Union and the launch of the Parliament APP, in collaboration with KAS. The launch constituted part of the Parliament e-strategy which aims to enhance parliament efficiency. The Key Highlights: ✅ ICT Policy – Strengthening IT infrastructure & best practices. ✅ Bill Tracking System – Enhancing transparency & accessibility in the legislative process. ✅ Parliament App – A user-friendly platform to decentralize parliamentary news and updates for all citizens. 🎙️ Frederico Berna, EU Head of Cooperation, emphasized that digital engagement is the future of governance worldwide. The Speaker of Parliament Hon Prof. Peter Katjavivi highlighted how these tools will enhance efficiency and productivity in law-making as part of Namibia’s e-Parliament strategy. This is a bold step towards modernizing governance and bringing democracy closer to the people. Are you ready to engage with Parliament like never before? The app will be available for download soon. Stay tuned for further updates.
Workshop
//Karas 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 its final training on “Women, Gender and Gender-based” in //Karas Region from 3 to 7 March 2025 in Keetmanshoop 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.
Workshop
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.
Workshop
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.
Workshop
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.
Workshop
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.
Workshop
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.
