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Joshua Mario, a Project Management Lecturer at the Namibia Business School, discusses Namibia’s growing household debt, highlighting rising living costs, inadequate incomes and the increasing reliance on informal lending

Albertus Kulobone discusses ZamCo’s abattoir, which has reportedly remained non-operational since the facility was handed over by Meatco, and the implications of the prolonged inactivity.

Ndeshipanda Akwenye discusses the Lüderitz Town Council’s lack of a substantive CEO, the continued use of acting officials in key positions, and concerns over finances not being submitted.

Nelson Zulu on the Zambian elections: He unpacks what transpired during the voting and counting process, the challenges reported, and when Zambians could expect the final results.

Vincent Shimutwikeni on the National Pension Fund

Namibian musician and entertainer King Tee Dee is set to headline the Otjiwarongo Sports Bonanza from 21 to 23 August at Bukati Stadium. Speaking to Desert FM, King Tee Dee says the event will bring sport, music and the community together, while giving artists and businesses an opportunity to give back through social responsibility.

Ronaldo Kandume, a board member of the Namibian National Symphony Orchestra, says the upcoming NNSO Concerto Festival is showcasing the country’s young musical talent, with soloists as young as 12 performing alongside a full symphony orchestra. Kandume says events like the festival are vital to growing classical music in Namibia and encouraging more young people to pursue music education and careers.

International relations analyst and former Namibian ambassador Pius Dunaiski says Namibia should establish a dedicated consular and repatriation fund to assist citizens who face distress, exploitation or legal difficulties abroad. He also urged Namibians seeking opportunities overseas to consult Namibian embassies beforehand to verify job and study offers and avoid scams and trafficking.

Namibia cricket head coach Craig Williams says the Eagles are preparing for a strong South African side in the FNB T20 Tri-Nation Series starting in Windhoek on 28 August. Speaking on Desert FM, Williams says Namibia’s historic win over South Africa last year means the Proteas will be taking the Eagles seriously this time around.

As Zambia’s general election gets underway on Thursday, Zambian journalist Nelson Zulu says young voters are demanding jobs and greater economic opportunities from the next government. Speaking earlier on Desert Radio’s Midday Report, Zulu said young Zambians want a better job-creation strategy that addresses the challenges they face.