FES Namibia

FES Namibia is a non-profit political foundation, promoting political dialogue, democracy, development, social justice and peace.

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Podcast 2: "Tashikuli Nashikwethe" simply translates into "What's bothering you must not hold power over you". Today, we unpack gender related injustices issues with activists, policy makers, legal practitioners, and scholars and find meaningful solutions to "what's bothering us"

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LABOUR DAY 2026: RECOGNISING PLATFORM WORKERS🔨🔨🔨

On the occasion of Labour Day 2026, and in the lead-up to the International Labour Conference in June, we are collectively highlighting the challenges and needs facing platform workers across the region.

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LABOUR DAY 2026: RECOGNISING PLATFORM WORKERS📌📌📌

On the occasion of Labour Day 2026, and in the lead-up to the International Labour Conference in June, we are collectively highlighting the challenges and needs facing platform workers across the region.

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In response to the call for #genderequality, #socialjustice, and #decentwork, the leadership of the Metal and Allied Namibian Workers Union (MANWU) organised a two-day workshop to revise the Gender Policy Plan of Action. This workshop aimed to assess the outdated policy.

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What role should political parties play in building a fairer, more inclusive Africa? 🌍 Dr Guy Dossou Mitokpe explores how parties can move beyond power struggles to truly serve the people - linking democracy, justice & leadership renewal. ✊
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Trade unions once stood as pillars of democracy - mobilizing workers, shaping policy, advancing justice. But as trust in institutions declines, unions too face crises of representation and accountability. Can they reclaim their role in democratic renewal?
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Beyond the streets — can Africa’s youth movements transform parliaments too?🌍
Stella Nderitu explores how Gen Z activism, from Kenya’s 2024 protests to new models of shared power & feminist leadership, is redefining democracy and accountability.
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✊ As democracy declines globally, young Africans are pushing back, demanding accountability and inclusion. In his article, McDonald Lewanika argues it’s time to rethink democracy itself: rebuild institutions, restore trust, and engage the youth majority. 🔗Link in the comments.

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On Wednesday, 3rd September 2025, Protea Hotel Furstenhof, Windhoek, as from 18h30.

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Due to global rising cases of gender based violence, stakeholders are calling for safe spaces so that Women and Girls have the right to #Live, #Learn, and #Lead. Kindly join us:

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Kindly join us in this conversation, which aims to explore pathways to #socialjustice, #healing, and #nationalreconciliation.

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Kindly join us in our #socialdialogue to mitigate #NationalDebt for #Namibia.

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#VoicesofLGBTQIA+Community

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Today, the #FriedrichEbertStiftungNamibiaOffice conducted a courtesy visit to the #NamibiaParliament. The purpose of the visit was to formally introduce the FES Director to the Speaker of Parliament, Hon. Saara Kuugongelwa, and identify areas for cooperation.

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In Episode 1 of Stories from the Namibian House, our activists remind us that the fight for LGBTQIA+ inclusion in Namibia is not just about rights; it's about recognition, dignity, and humanity. Kindly listen to the full episode streaming: https://t.co/FSNv9Lus1P