Renewable Energy Conversations in Namibia

This MYD Earth Show features an inspiring tale of young Namibians who are making a difference in the renewable energies market. Namibia is a net importer of around 60 percent of its electricity from neighbouring countries, but has great potential to produce renewable energy, and this is why the team from the Promoting Renewable Energies in Namibia project (PREN) are …

Fortune Kangueehi Reminisces on a Life-changing Experience

In this throwback episode of the MYD Africa Show, formidable, fearless and fabulous Fortune Kanguuehi takes us back to one of the biggest moments of her life – her participation in the South African version of the popular food show ‘Master Chef’. “I’ve always liked watching the show. I’ve always wondered how people cope in that kitchen because it looks …

Saving the Namibian Cheetah

This episode of MYD Earth sheds light on how Namibian conservationist Patricia Tricorache who has been fighting alongside international counterparts to stop cheetah trafficking. Patricia, who is the Assistant Director for Strategic Communications and Illegal Wildlife Trade at the Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF), talks about a little known threat to the fastest mammal on earth.  She says that in terms …

Magic Moments: the Path to Peace

The value of peace in your working life cannot be overstated. Evidence of peace’s value can be seen the moment peace leaves and suddenly we become unable to function effectively. Peace of mind is a business tool that can help in your career daily. In the MYD series on the Path to Peace, we heard about the importance of taking your …

Anger the invisible toxin

Anger is particularly destructive in relationships. When we live in close contact with someone, our personalities, priorities, interests, and ways of doing things frequently clash. Leandre Kurz from the team at Let’s Talk Psychologists gives us some insight into the invisible toxin that lives in relationships. Relationships are ongoing negotiations between individuals trying to live together and mutually meet each …