31 August 2024
Khorixas Vocational Training Centre Inaugurated as Key TVET Expansion
The Khorixas Vocational Training Centre, part of Namibia’s TVET expansion strategy, was inaugurated, offering programs in key trades. The project, initiated by the Swapo government, highlights local and regional collaboration. Read more
Nust Debt Reprieve a Success
Nust’s debt reprieve program has led to a significant increase in student debt payments. Over 72% of students with outstanding debts have paid their dues, thanks to the program. The university has also extended registration periods to accommodate students facing financial difficulties. Read more
Nust Investigates N$2,3 Million Student Fraud
Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) investigates a N$2.3 million fraud by a staff member, affecting over 200 students, some of whom have dropped out due to financial difficulties. Read more
31 July 2024
‘Do not pay back government loans,’ union urges students
Namibia’s student union demands cancellation of government loans, claiming high interest rates and delayed disbursements burden students. The government defends the loan system as an investment in the country’s future. Read more
Unam gets pat on the back for reducing trainee teacher intake
Namibia’s University of Namibia has reduced education student intake to address a surplus of teachers. The move, welcomed by the education ministry, aims to align teacher supply with market demand, focusing on areas with shortages while raising entry standards. Read more
30 June 2024
Unam kicks off child research training conference
A 3-day Child Research Initiative and Training Conference launched by Namibia’s University of Namibia tackles child well-being through research and collaboration. UNICEF and the Ministry of Gender Equality are partners in this effort. Read more
31 May 2024
Ban on political activities on campus angers students
Namibia’s university bans political activities on campus, sparking outrage from student unions and academics. The move is seen as stifling free speech and political participation, especially during an election year. The university administration is studying the issue in response to criticism. Read more
30 April 2024
Unam education students furious over changed grades
University of Namibia education students are in an uproar after their academic statuses fluctuated multiple times since last year. Initially passing grades turned to fails, then back to passes, causing confusion and frustration. The university blames a misapplication of advancement rules, particularly for students transitioning from a diploma program to a bachelor’s degree. The university is working to fix the issue and ensure students are properly advised. More
Higher education SOEs to cost N$4,4b in one year
Namibia’s Ministry of Higher Education faces funding challenges. This year’s N$4.7 billion budget allocates N$4.4 billion to subsidize public enterprises. Student financial aid receives N$2 billion. More
President congratulates new graduates
President Nangolo Mbumba commends the University of Namibia’s graduates, emphasizing education’s pivotal role in national development. Acknowledging achievements and challenges, he urges collaboration to enhance educational access and quality. Graduates are encouraged to embrace opportunities and contribute to Namibia’s growth. More
31 March 2024
Partnership set to bolster agricultural education
A Namibia-EU project will introduce new agricultural qualifications to equip young people for the sector’s growth. Funded by Erasmus+, it also aims to exchange knowledge and teaching methods between Namibia and Europe. More
IUM enrolls 21% more students in 2024
The International University of Management (IUM) in Namibia has seen a significant enrollment increase of 21% for the 2024 academic year, with over 19,100 students. The university’s vice chancellor credits this growth to its affordable tuition and its commitment to providing quality education. More
31 January 2024
120 000 Fail to Meet Varsity, Grade 12 Requirements in Four Years
Over the last four years, 79% of pupils who wrote the Grade 11 national examinations have not qualified to proceed to top tertiary institutions or Grade 12. This represents 120 468 out of 152 686 pupils who sat for the exams. Read more
AMT Scoops Astronomical Society Award – Truth, for Its Own Sake
THE African Millimetre Telescope (AMT) project, a collaborative effort between the University of Namibia (Unam), Radboud University, the University of Amsterdam, Oxford University, and the University of Turku, has received the prestigious 2024 Annie Maunder Medal for Outreach from the Royal Astronomical Society (RAS). Read more
Edura Global Education Fest 2024 Unveils Opportunities for Higher Education and Careers
Maris Stella College Negombo Old Boys Association (OBA) proudly announces the launch of the much-anticipated Edura Global Education Fest 2024, featuring an education exhibition, job fair and book fair. Read more
Enhancing UNAM’s Innovation Landscape
The University of Namibia (UNAM) recently celebrated a significant milestone in its journey towards enhancing innovation and technology transfer capabilities. Read more
Former Unam SRC Encourages New Students
Vilho Hakandume, a former Students Representative Council member for recreation at the University of Namibia, extended a warm welcome to first-year students, encouraging them to embark on a journey filled with exciting discoveries and personal growth. Read more
Hassan Said Motinga’s journey from Berseba to Leipzig
“It was a revelation how much I enjoyed shaping the futures of young children,” Motinga reflects. Driven by this newfound passion, he pursued higher education, after receiving a bursary from the Association of German School Societies in Namibia. Read more
Nandi-Ndaitwah calls for innovation in education
Deputy prime minister Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says traditional methods of teaching and researching are no longer sufficient. Nandi-Ndaitwah was speaking at the 32nd annual conference of the Southern African Association for Research and Technology Education… Read more
One Out of Four Candidates Qualify for Tertiary Education
Minister of education, arts and culture Anna Nghipondoka has announced that 25,2% of 40 682 full-time pupils qualified to proceed with Grade 12 or tertiary education. Read more
Student Union Labels Mnyupe Scholarship Discriminatory… Claims Only NUST, Unam Students Eligible
The Students Union of Namibia (SUN) has labelled presidential adviser and green hydrogen commissioner James Mnyupe’s recently advertised scholarship as discriminatory. Read more
The University of Namibia (Unam) Has Declared Its Readiness to Collaborate with the Government…
In 2018, the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture rolled out a new curriculum, ushering in various challenges during its implementation, notably with the introduction of the Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Advanced Subsidiary (NSSCAS) level. Read more
UNAM’s Commitment to Graduates’ Success and Education Transformation
In a dedicated effort to equip graduates with the essential attributes sought by employers, the University of Namibia (UNAM) hosted the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) intervention workshop, late last year. The workshop aimed to combine and implement strategies to align education with employability. Read more
Unam Insists on Grade 12 For Entry
The University of Namibia (Unam) has set the record straight, saying a Grade 12 school-leaving certificate is the basic requirement for entry to the university. Unam will not admit students with Grade 11 only. Read more
Unam Ready to Assist Govt in Tackling Curriculum Challenges
The University of Namibia (Unam) has declared its readiness to collaborate with the government in tackling challenges associated with the implementation of the new curriculum. Read more
30 November 2023
Africa’s Top-Brass Universities Empowered By 5G Tech Spaces …
Africa’s most renowned universities are keen to be at the forefront of Research, Innovation, and Outreach (RIO) of technologies, products, services, and operating models that reduce CO2 emissions and help attain Net Zero Emissions (NZE). Read more
Aligning Education with Industry and Future Trends at UNAM
The University of Namibia (UNAM) stands as a beacon of progress and innovation, constantly refining its academic offerings to meet the evolving demands of our society and the economy. Recognising the growing importance of real-world experience within academic frameworks, UNAM has taken significant steps to… Read more
Chancellor’s Innovation Fund (CIF) Continues to Transform Creative Ideas into Entrepreneurship
The University of Namibia (UNAM) has positioned itself as a beacon of excellence in responding to national high-level developmental initiatives as contained in Vision 2030, and National Development Plan Five (NDP5). Read more
City Of Windhoek and UNAM Forge Stronger Ties for Smart Urban Development
The City of Windhoek and the University of Namibia (UNAM) have reaffirmed their earlier pledge to collaborate in various facets of urban development, during a recent visit by the City’s Chief Executive, Moses Matyayi to the UNAM management. Read more
CUT And NUST Compete in a Three-Minute Thesis Competition
The Central University of Technology (CUT) Doctoral Summer School concluded on Day 2 with a institutional Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition, collaborating with the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) to promote research competencies among doctoral students. Six doctoral students from both Institutions put their academic prowess to the test in their respective fields of study. Read more
Engineering Emerges as an Area of Strength in Subject Rankings
A total of 112 universities in 17 African countries have been ranked in the 20th edition of the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by subject 2024, an index that each year lists institutions’ performance in academic fields across 11 selected subject areas. Read more
Learned Helplessness of First Year Students at UNAM – What Role Do You Play?
The ability for people to perform optimally, and students, remains a common concern for researchers and academics. Learned helplessness is a phenomenon discovered by Seligman and Maier. Learned helplessness occurs in humans and animals after being conditioned to expect pain, discomfort, or suffering without the possibility to “escape.” Read more
Nedbank Boosts Scientific Education with Donation to UNAM / AMT Mobile Planetarium
To address educational gaps locally, particularly in the realms of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), Nedbank Namibia last week made a significant donation of N$450,000 to the University of Namibia (UNAM) / AMT Mobile Planetarium. Read more
NACN Arts Bursaries Open for Applications
Namibians who are eager to pursue a career in the arts are encouraged to apply for the National Arts Council of Namibia’s (NACN) bursary programme for undergraduate and postgraduate studies in the SADC region. Read more
Namibians Immersed in Astronomy
The University of Namibia (Unam) through monetary assistance from Nedbank hosted the official handover ceremony of the Africa Millimetre Project (AMT) Mobile Planetarium on Thursday at the university’s main campus. Read more
NUST Lecturers Get 6% Salary Increase
Lecturers of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) will see a 6% increase on their salaries in December. This is after NUST vice chancellor Erold Naomab and the Teachers Union of Namibia (TUN) signed an agreement on salary increases last week. Read more
Project Bolsters Namibia’s Higher Education
In a significant stride towards enhancing the quality and standard of higher education in Namibia, the National Multiplication Training (NMT) project has been launched in collaboration with the University of Namibia (Unam), the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), the German Rectors’ Conference (HRK) and the University of Potsdam (UP) in Germany. Read more
UNAM’s Confucius Institute Celebrates 10 Years of Cultural and Language Exchange
The Confucius Institute at the University of Namibia (UNAM) celebrated its 10th anniversary this week, commemorating a decade of successful operations since its inception in 2013. Read more
UNAM Denies Spying on Lecturers
The University of Namibia’s management says the envisaged camera installation on some of its campuses is meant to enhance security at the university and not to spy on staff or students. Read more
UNAM Extends Duration for Student Internships
Emphasising practical skills and competencies over theoretical knowledge, the University of Namibia (UNAM) has significantly reformed its approach to learning outcomes across all programmes since 2023. This paradigm shift is particularly evident in the University’s integration of Cooperative Work-Integrated Education (CWIE) into its curriculum… Read more
UNAM Introduces Museology and Heritage Studies
In the wake of the closure of the Museum Outreach Programme last week, the University of Namibia will launch a Diploma in Museology and Heritage Studies for the 2026 academic year. Read more
UNAM Trio Set to Spotlight Namibia at 16th CODESRIA General Assembly
Three scholars from the University of Namibia (UNAM) are poised to present at the prestigious 16th Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA) General Assembly, in Dakar, Senegal, between 04 – 08 December 2023. Read more
UNAM Urges Student Teachers to Be Exemplary
Student teachers’ dress code, code of conduct in classrooms and rules of corporal punishment were central topics at the University of Namibia’s Southern Campus’ second teaching practicum stakeholders’ engagement. Read more
31 October 2023
A Tale of Friendship and Academic Collaboration
Aligned with the extensive relationships forged through the collaborative research Centre Future Rural Africa, the bonds of international collaboration were further strengthened as the Katima Mulilo Campus of the University of Namibia welcomed Leonie Hesselmann, a master’s student in Geography from the University of Cologne, Germany. Read more
Beyond BRICS: The Shaping of New Development Narratives
Efforts by both China and India to deepen cooperation with Africa in the higher education and research space are evident in several recent high-profile initiatives that reveal more about the geopolitical goals and engagement style of the countries. Read more
Dr Wesley Pieters to Cycle 1900 Km for the Trans-Kalahari Corridor Awareness Campaign
Representing the University of Namibia (UNAM) in this endeavour is Dr Wesley Pieters, a staff member of the Department of Psychology & Social Work in the School of Allied Health Sciences. Read more
Female Students Dominate VTC Graduation
A total of 281 female students graduated in vocational training at Ongwediva last Friday.They were part of 465 students from three vocational training centres (VTCs) in the north, who graduated during the first-ever joint ceremony. Read more
Harnessing New Research for Better TB Care In Namibia
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major health challenge, especially in regions with limited resources. The emergence of drug-resistant TB strains has intensified the battle against this ailment. Read more
Katima Mulilo Campus Students Lead Charge in Rabies Awareness
The University of Namibia’s Katima Mulilo Campus saw its Diploma in Animal Health students taking part in a global campaign on 28 September 2023, marking their commitment to raise awareness about the deadly disease, rabies. Read more
Neudamm Campus Farm – A Symbol of Animal Excellence
As part of the University of Namibia, the Neudamm Campus Farm proudly showcased a variety of its top-tier animals at the 2019 Windhoek Agricultural and Industrial Show. Their return in 2023 to the Windhoek Industrial & Agricultural Show wasn’t any less spectacular, with the farm claiming multiple accolades across various animal categories. Read more
October Graduation 2023 – Some Key Moments Captured!
The recent October Graduation 2023 saw 789 more students graduating from the University of Namibia, adding to the 4281 that already graduated earlier this year. Read more
Pictorial Highlights of UNAM Stand at Windhoek Show 2023
A #UNAMexcellence moment graced us at the recent Windhoek Industrial and Agricultural Show 2023, where our UNAM stand won GOLD in the Indoor Category. Read more
Scientists Discover the Highest Energy Gamma Rays Ever from a Pulsar with HESS Observatory
Scientists using the High Energy Stereoscopy System (H.E.S.S.) observatory in Namibia have detected the highest energy gamma rays ever from a dead star called a pulsar. The energy of these gamma rays clocked in at 20 teraelectronvolts, or about ten trillion times the energy of visible light. Read more
Southern Campus launches “Living the UNAM Core Values” Programme
In alignment with the University of Namibia (UNAM) mission, the Southern Campus in Keetmanshoop has initiated a programme to intensify and embed the institution’s core values in every facet of the campus experience. Read more
Students in Africa Are Among the Most Dissatisfied Globally
African universities score poorly on all metrics of student satisfaction save for online classroom experience where South African institutions scored higher than the global average, according to the 2023 Global Student Satisfaction Awards report just released. Read more
UNAM Cares Promoting One Health Through Community Education Clinics in Pandemic Prevention
The University of Namibia’s (UNAM) Corporate Social Responsibility programme; UNAM Cares in the Office of the Vice-Chancellor under the leadership of the UNAM School of Veterinary Medicine recently embarked upon the UNAM Cares’ One Health Community Education clinic in pandemic prevention. Read more
UNAM Debuts 2023 Times Higher Education World Universities Rankings
The University of Namibia (UNAM) continues to break barriers, this time debuting, as the only Namibian university, on the Times Higher Education (THE) World Rankings 2023. UNAM first featured on the most authoritative World University Rankings as a reporter institution in 2022. Read more
UNAM Doctoral Scholars Scoop Awards at the 12th Oppenheimer Research Conference
In a triumphant moment for the University of Namibia, two doctoral candidates from the Department of Environmental Science in the School of Science, Ms Faith Chambara and Ms Ndamonenghenda Hamunyela, clinched the first and third positions respectively,… Read more
UNAM Receives N$1 Million Worth Of Mushroom Processing Equipment
In a significant philanthropic gesture, the University of Namibia (UNAM) has received a generous donation of mushroom cultivation equipment valued at about N$1 million. Read more
UNAM Southern Campus Addresses Student Teachers’ Challenges
The University of Namibia’s (Unam) southern campus last week engaged various stakeholders to address the challenge of a lack of guidance and mentorship to student teachers. Read more
Using TVET as an Industrial Tool
Deputy Prime Minister Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said technical and vocational skills will play a crucial role in making Namibia an industrialised nation and a globally competitive country. Read more
30 September 2023
2023 NUST Cultural Festival Lights Up Campus
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) finally hosted their annual Cultural Festival again since the COVID-19 pandemic. The festival celebrates diversity among students, faculty, and staff and serve as a stage where individuals from diverse backgrounds can proudly present their unique traditions, customs, and heritage. Read more
More Women in Namibia Pursuing TVET
Windhoek Vocational Training Centre graduate Victoria Ndapona says it is encouraging that young women are entering technical and vocational education and training (TVET). Read more
MTC, NUST, Methealth Collaborate in Health Space
Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC), Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) and Methealth Namibia Administrators have inked an agreement to collaborate through research, technology and innovation. Read more
NUST and NYS Join Forces to Spearhead Namibian Youth Education with TVET Focus
The National Youth Service (NYS) and the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) have joined forces to address high youth unemployment by rolling out specific Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes. Read more
UNAM Probes Fire That Gutted Home of Deceased Lecturer
The University of Namibia (Unam) has committed to investigate the fire incident that broke out at the late Ekning Shaanika’s house, Unam spokesperson Simon Namesho said. The late Shaanika was a lecturer at Unam’s Hifikepunye Pohamba campus at Ongwediva. Read more
31 August 2023
Art Exhibition Highlights Nambian Communities’ Climate Change Challenges
Aberystwyth University has supported the effort with research grants organised by the Centre for International Development Research at Aberystwyth. Read more
B360 Internships Continue in 2023
Five NUST students undertook internships in Switzerland in the first semester of 2023, while a further seven students from the university were selected to undertake internships in the central European country during the second semester. Read more
Chinese Medical Team Imparts TCM Knowledge to Namibian University Students
The Chinese medical team in Namibia on Monday delivered a lecture on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to students from the University of Namibia, enabling them to have a better understanding of the TCM techniques. Read more
Huawei Launches “Seeds For The Future” Program In Namibia
Twenty-five Namibian undergraduate students will virtually participate in Huawei’s “Seeds for the Future” program from Aug. 21 to 28, aimed at developing local ICT talent. The program was launched Friday in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. Read more
NUST Brings Together Global Experts in Emerging Trends in Networks and Computer Communications
This week, the Namibia University of Science and Technology was the epicentre of technological discourse as it hosted the much-anticipated International Conference on Emerging Trends in Networks and Computer Communications. Read more
NUST Drama: Kaumbi Sues Haufiku for N$500 000
The chief legal adviser of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), Joshua Kaumbi, has filed a N$500 000 lawsuit against the university’s spokesperson, John Haufiku, for allegedly defaming his character. Read more
NUST Strengthens Ties in SA
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) men’s hockey team recently competed at the University Sport South Africa Association championships, where they came fifth out of seven teams in the C section. Read more
Social Protection for Artists & Cultural Professionals’ in Namibia to be Addressed
Social protection for artists and cultural professionals aligns with the UNESCO 2005 Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions, which Namibia is a signatory to, and the UNESCO 1980 Recommendation concerning the Status of the Artist. Read more
VTCs Should Explore Skills Development in Oil and Gas
Technical and Vocational Education and Training institutions should prepare the youth for promising careers that await them in the oil and gas sector, Outapi mayor Selma Asino has said. Read more
31 July 2023
22nd AAU COREVIP Sets Stage for Advancing Excellence in African Higher Education
The biennial Conference for Rectors, Vice Chancellors, and Presidents of African Universities (COREVIP) is underway in Windhoek, Namibia, under the theme: “Advancing Excellence in African Higher Education”. Read more
6 000 Inmates Earn Qualifications
For some, prison is the end of the road; for others, a punishment, while others see it as a second shot at life. The latter is what can be said about at least 5 946 inmates who have earned high education qualifications from different institutions between 2016 and 2023. Read more
Africa’s Academic Leaders Agree on Charter for Collaboration
African university heads, research bodies and senior role-players in higher education have agreed on a charter that outlines key principles for fostering transformative research collaborations across the continent. Read more
Backlash Over Van Kent’s Appointment to NUST Council
The appointment of the Ministry of Higher Education, Technology and Innovation executive director Alfred van Kent onto the Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) interim council has been met with a backlash. Read more
Cardiff University Awards Prof Katjavivi an Honorary Fellowship
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Prof Peter Katjavivi, has been awarded an honorary fellowship by Cardiff University in Wales in recognition of his contribution to politics, education, and society. Read more
Demola Global CEO Lauds an Inspiring Week at NUST
The energetic and youthful Ville Kairamo, CEO of the Finnish Innovation Giant, Demola Global, spent a week at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), working with students to tap into their creative and innovative potential. Read more
Finance Minister Unpacks the National Budget Allocation to Human Capital Development
On a cold winter’s evening, the Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Hon Ipumbu Shiimi, took to the podium in a lecture venue on the NUST campus to deliver a public lecture titled, “Assessing the National Budget’s Allocative Efficiency for Human Capital Development. Read more
From Home Ground to Foreign Land
A two-week Summer School in Germany has laid the foundation for great aspirations amongst a group of eight NUST students, who have gone from humble beginnings to participating in a global project that spans four continents. Read more
HE Leaders Divided Over Rankings at High-Level Meeting
Senior academics were divided about the value of ranking universities in Africa during the ongoing Conference of Rectors, Vice-chancellors, and Presidents of African Universities, or COREVIP 2023, organised by the Association of African Universities (AAU) in Windhoek, Namibia. Read more
NUST, Partners Dig into Climate Change Awareness as Namibia Heats up
ONLY 45% of Namibians have heard of climate change in 2021 and 2022, according to a study conducted through a project on Social Impacts of Climate Change in Namibia. Read more
NUST Welcomes International Math and Stats Titans
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) recently hosted the first ever International Conference on Mathematical and Statistical Sciences (ICMSS-1), bringing together leading academics to discuss new developments and the future of these fields. Read more
Strengthening Partnerships in Water Resources Management
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) and the Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BUAN) have formally established a partnership that will harness their skills and resources in the field of water resources management. Read more
Quality Assurance Efforts in Africa Bolstered by HAQAA3
The implementation of the recently approved third phase of the Harmonisation of African Higher Education Quality Assurance and Accreditation (HAQAA3) initiative has started, following a meeting at the beginning of July to help drive the five-year project. Read more
Unam Hosts Ongwediva Career Expo
The University of Namibia on Tuesday kicked off with its three-day career and employment expo at its Hifikepunye Pohamba campus in Ongwediva. The expo, which has attracted various institutions, aims to guide learners to make informed career choices. Read more
Unam Owed N$617m, IUM N$61m
University of Namibia (Unam) students owe the institution N$617 million, while International University of Management (IUM) students owe their university N$61 million. Read more
Unam To Co-Host 2023 Association of African Universities Conference
The University of Namibia (Unam), in collaboration with the Association of African Universities (AAU), will co-host the 22nd edition of the association’s conference of rectors, vice chancellors, and presidents of African institutions (Corevip) in Windhoek from 4 to 7 July. Read more
30 April 2023
66% of Graduates at Unam Southern Campus Women
Vice president and University of Namibia chancellor Nangolo Mbumba says men in the country need to redouble their efforts in educating and empowering themselves to play a meaningful role in society. Read more
400 Graduate at Unam Katima Mulilo
The University of Namibia’s Katima Mulilo campus last week conferred qualifications on 409 students graduating in various fields, such as health, accounting, agriculture, law, education, veterinary medicine and human resource. Read more
Africa’s Universities Are Surging in the World Rankings
Ten years ago, the then-head of the University of Cape Town, Max Price, made a powerful case for Africa to compete against the best in the world in the global university rankings. Read more
Aviation Feasibility Study Take-Off
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed more than two years ago articulated that a feasibility study be coordinated between the two parties to establish the AiRRhow Centre of Excellence for Civil Aviation for Africa in Keetmanshoop. Read more
Diversity is the Key to International Recruitment Success
Today there are nearly five times as many non-EU students as EU students enrolled in UK higher education. China, India, and Nigeria are primarily responsible for the increased growth. Prior to Brexit there were 66,680 EU students studying in the UK. In 2021, the number was just 31,000. Read more
New Ongwediva Facilities to Improve the Qualification and Number of Locally Trained Civil Engineers
The University of Namibia (UNAM) Jose Eduardo dos Santos Campus officially inaugurated the addition of hostel buildings in Ongwediva last week. The hostel buildings form part of the joint German-Namibian project to extend the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering capacities on the campus. Read more
Northern Campuses Equipped for Phds
Higher education minister Itah Kandji-Murangi said the four campuses of the University of Namibia are well-equipped to offer various qualifications up to PhD level. Read more
NUST Architecture Programme Soars with Global Accreditation
A 15-member panel of representatives from the Namibia Council for Architects and Quantity Surveyors (NCAQS), the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) and the Commonwealth Association of Architects (CAA) visited NUST’s Department of Architecture, Planning and Construction in September 2022. Read more
NUST Buckles Under SRC Pressure
Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) spokesperson John Haufiku has confirmed that hundreds of students who have initially been barred from attending an upcoming graduation ceremony, will now do so on condition that they would not receive their degrees and certificates until they have fully paid their university fees. Read more
NUST Council Crisis Talks Collapse
A crisis meeting by the Namibia University of Science and Technology council to address various allegations of impropriety ended in a cul-de-sac. This is because council members failed to reach consensus on an envisaged investigation. Read more
NUST Dismisses Allegations of Unfair Labour Practice
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) has dismissed allegations of unfair labour practices, tribalism, policy manipulation, and maladministration as “vague and embarrassing”. Read more
Students Blame Dean for ‘Failing’ Them
Students at the University of Namibia (Unam) Jose Eduardo dos Santos, Engineering Campus, in Ongwediva, have expressed their frustration over their dean, Petrina Johannes, who allegedly failed them. Read more
Students’ Council Boycotts NUST Graduation…University Owed Over N$270 Million
The Namibia University of Science and Technology’s students’ representative council will not attend this week’s graduation ceremony. This is the SRC’s way to protest the exclusion of more than 1 000 graduands from attending the ceremony over unsettled accounts. Read more
Students Owe Unam N$600m
The University of Namibia is battling to recover millions of dollars in outstanding student debt which stands at a gigantic N$617 million. Unam spokesperson Simon Namesho told New Era this amount is owed by registered students who are still pursuing their studies. Read more
Twenty-Seven (27) RUFORUM Member Universities Ranked Among the Top 100 Universities in Africa.
Times Higher Education remains the common league table for universities globally. The ranking rates university performance using 13 indicators measuring teaching, research, research impact, innovation and international outlook. Read more
UNAM Inaugurates Multimillion-Dollar Student Hostel
The University of Namibia (Unam) has inaugurated a state-of-the-art student accommodation facility at its José Eduardo dos Santos campus at Ongwediva on Wednesday. Read more
UNAM Ranked 16th Top University in Africa
The University of Namibia (Unam) has been co-ranked 16th among the top-100 universities in Africa. This is according to the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. Read more
UNAM to Optimise Skills for Oil and Gas Industry
The University of Namibia Southern Campus at Keetmanshoop in the Kharas region is poised to optimise skills and qualifications among the local youth to enable them to participate in the mining industry. Read more
31 March 2023
Central Bank Awards Bursaries to Eight Students
The Bank of Namibia this week awarded eight bursaries to students to pursue their tertiary education in various filed of studies at SADC institutions of higher learning. Read more
COREVIP to Unravel Knowledge Dissemination Barriers
The 22nd Conference of Rectors, Vice-Chancellors and Presidents of African Universities (COREVIP) of the Association of African Universities (AAU), organised jointly by the AAU, the Republic of Namibia and the University of Namibia, will take place from 4-7 July 2023, the AAU said in a statement. Read more
Namibia to Host Universities’ Conference
The University of Namibia (UNAM) will be co-hosting the 2023 Association of African Universities (AAU) 22nd Conference of Rectors, Vice Chancellors and Presidents of African Universities (COREVIP), from 4 to 7 July in Namibia. Read more
NUST and UNAM Khomasdal Student Urged to Apply for Ebikes
The City of Windhoek has encouraged students at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) and the University of Namibia (UNAM) to apply to join the EBikes4Windhoek pilot study, to promote sustainable mobility by cycling to their next location. Read more
Student Mobility from Sub-Saharan Africa Could Double by 2050
Students from Sub-Saharan Africa are being recruited in their numbers and the competition is increasing, with indicators predicting that the region’s 430,000 outward mobile students will swell and double by 2050. Read more
28 February 2023
‘Ethnic Group Asked on Application form but not Considered’
Despite requiring students to indicate their ethnic group, the University of Namibia (Unam) says this criterium is not considered in their selection process, which is based on equal regional representation. Read more
Higher Education Ministry Invites Public to Attend SIDA Project Validation Workshop
The Ministry of Higher Education, Technology, and Innovation (MHETI) are inviting the public to the SIDA Project Validation Workshop from 21 to 23 February at the Seaside Hotel, Swakopmund. Read more
NUST at the Centre of Aviation Development…
The Namibia University of Science and Technology, in collaboration with its longstanding partner, Tampere University in Finland, are in serious talks to develop skills across the African Aviation value chain. Read more
NUST Bridging Programmes
InSTEM is a one-year bridging programme that targets students who did not meet the admission requirements of programmes in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) at NUST. InSTEM will be offered subject to the demand and requirements of 15 students per class group at NUST Main Campus, Regional Centres and Satellite Campuses on a full-time basis. Read more
Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden …
I am here today because you are the keepers of democracy. As the first generation to be born into a free Namibia, the legacy that your parents and grandparents created is now yours-yours to defend and protect. Yours to grow. Read more
Scientific Society Public Talk to Demystify the Fairy Circles
The Namibia Scientific Society will be hosting a public talk by Dr. Stephan Getzin, titled: “Plant water stress, no termite herbivory, causes Namibia’s fairy circles”, on 9 February at 19:00. Read more
Strengthening Science, Technology, and Innovation Systems for Sustainable Development in Africa (Sstissda) Project
Namibia is part of the 195 UNESCO Member States that adopted the UNESCO 2017 Recommendation on Science and Scientific Researchers (RSSR). Read more
Talks to Develop Skills Across the African Aviation Value Chain Take off
Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) in collaboration with its longstanding partner, Tampere University in Finland, is in serious talks to develop skills across the African Aviation value chain, a statement released this week announced. Read more
Vertical Farming Comes to the Aid of Refugee Families
As a beneficiary of the TAGDev program, Sognigbehopes hopes to become a Regional Manager for Africa at her current job within the next five years and to establish a scholar’s training center for vulnerable young women as her life mission. Read more
Unam Probes Favouritism Claims Around Medical Student Intake
The university of Namibia (Unam) has launched an investigation into its student intake for its bachelor of medicine and bachelor of surgery (MBChB) programmes at the university’s Hage Geingob campus in Windhoek.Unam spokesperson Simon Namesho yesterday said there are claims that 99% of the intake is from a certain group. Read more
31 January 2023
Architect Training Elevated to International Standard with New Accreditation
The Department of Architecture, Planning and Construction at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) has received unconditional accreditation of its programmes in architecture. Read more
Confucius Institute in Namibia acquaints students with Chinese New Year traditions
Students sing a traditional Chinese song in Windhoek, Namibia, Jan. 27, 2023. The Confucius Institute at the University of Namibia on Friday acquainted local students with traditions related to the Chinese New Year, or the Spring Festival. Read more
Hardap Region Residents Called on to Apply for Bursaries for Emergency Medical Care at NUST
Residents from Mariental or the Hardap Region are being called on by the Mariental Municipality to apply for bursaries for the Bachelor’s Degree in Emergency Medical Care, at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST). Read more
IUM to the Rescue…Establishes Tutorial Centre for University Hopefuls
While government and educationalists are still trying to get to terms with the recent disastrous matriculation examination results, the International University of Management has moved swiftly to capitalise on the thousands who failed to qualify for university acceptance. Read more
Mbangu Lauds Rundu Campus Rethink
National Council member and Rundu Rural constituency councillor Paulus Mbangu has said the university of Namibia’s Rundu Campus should now focus their intake on the newly introduced courses for the 2023 academic year and not on the lower and upper primary education courses that have flooded the streets with unemployed graduates. Read more
… RUFORUM Annual General Meetings Agreed upon and 14 New Member Universities Admitted
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) brings together leaders of RUFORUM Member Universities, Governance organs, and other actors, especially Agriculture and Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation sectors from within and outside Africa. Read more
SASSCAL 2.0 is in Motion to Close the Gap Between Research and Practice
As we prepare for the official launch of the Southern African Science Service Centre for Climate (SASSCAL) 2.0 research programme in March, Executive Director Dr. Jane Olwoch received two academicians, Prof. Josch Becker and his Ph.D. student Elisa Toth from the University of Hamburg, Germany on 19 January. Read more
Students Commend UNAM for Changing Entry Requirements
The Students’ Union of Namibia (SUN) has praised the University of Namibia for its efforts to accommodate students who did not meet the initial admission criteria.”We believe this will allow those who did not meet the criteria to have an opportunity at university while they upgrade their subjects. Read more
UNAM Courses Fail Accreditation Test
The University of Namibia students are displeased after 17 programmes, which were scheduled to be offered this academic year, have been cancelled as they have not been accredited. Read more
UNAM Distance Students Furious Over Unreleased 2022 Results
DISTANCE STUDENTS of the University of Namibia’s Faculty of Education and Human Sciences say their final examination results for last year have not been released yet. Read more
Unam Introduces Five-Week Core Semester
The University of Namibia (Unam) has introduced a five-week core semester that caters to the delivery of the university’s core modules. This was said in a statement issued by yesterday Unam’s office of the pro-vice chancellor. Read more
Windhoek Medical University Suspends Courses After Warning
Windhoek Medical University has suspended all its certificate, diploma and degree courses. The institution was reacting to the Health Professions Councils of Namibia (HPCNA) which said it was advertising healthcare-related courses which have not been approved by the council. Read more
31 December 2022
Cutting-Edge Climate Change Curriculum Enters Phase Two
The Southern African Regional Universities Association (SARUA) Climate Change Steering Group recently endorsed the finalised version of a climate change and sustainable development curriculum and digital ecosystem, which SARUA revised and which will be updated, under phase two, in 2023. Read more
Govt Gives 70 000 Students N$7bn
The government has spent nearly N$7 billion between 2018 and 2022 on 70 233 students who were provided with financial assistance by the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF). Read more
Specialist Training of Health Workers is Urgent
Some universities in Eastern and Southern African countries have programmes for health workers offering advanced degrees that are not accredited by professional bodies, a situation that is misleading to potential candidates who would want to be recognised as specialists in their fields. Read more
UNAM Student Shines at the UNESCO India-Africa Hackathon
The UNESCO India-Africa Hackathon awarded twenty competing teams as winners, of which one winning team had a University of Namibia (UNAM) student, Shaun Tjikumise as a member. Read more
UNESCO Launches Training on a Systems Thinking Tool to Promote Inclusive Education
To UNESCO every learner matters equally. The mission of its education sector is to “Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all”. Read more
30 November 2022
Advances in the Health Sciences Noted
A total of 96 universities in 17 African countries have been ranked in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023 by Subject that lists achievements in academic fields across 11 selected major subject areas. Read more
Climate Action is a Key HE Mandate and in Need of Funding
As the Sharm el-Sheikh climate summit, COP27, unfolds, the higher education community is grasping the opportunity to put some of their demands on the conference table in Egypt, including calls to strengthen educational and research capacities of universities and research centres to tackle the impact of climate change. Read more
Climate Change and SDG Education to Target Million Youths
An estimated million African university students are set to benefit from a digital education programme on climate change and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2023-24. Read more
Geingob Encourages NUST to Produce Graduates who Create Own Jobs
President Hage Geingob has encouraged the Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) to work towards producing graduates who can create their own jobs and employ others.Geingob said this on Friday when he received a courtesy visit from Erold Naomab, Nust’s vice chancellor. Read more
Measuring HE Ethics: An Inclusive New Ranking is Launched
It has been 18 years in the making, but a new university ranking based on “enriched student learning, inspired leadership and commitment to sustainability and integrity” has finally seen the light of day. Read more
NUST Flourishes Despite Harsh Economic Climate
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) on Friday reported progress achieved over the last few years when the institution’s management visited State House. Read more
NUST Opens Innovation Hub with Finnish Company
An innovation hub that connects Namibian university students and growth companies to global innovation activities has been established by the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) and Finnish company Demola Global. Read more
NUST Remains Committed to Being a Change Leader Within Communities Through International Collaborations
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) remains committed to being a change leader within communities through participating in international collaborations. Read more
NUST to Host First Annual International Conference on ICISET
The Namibia University of Science and Technology will host the first annual International Conference on Information Systems and Emerging Technologies (ICISET) from November 23 to 25. Read more
Student Union ‘not Surprised’ by Unam Exam Paper Leak
The Student Union of Namibia (SUN) says it is not surprised about an alleged leak of examination papers at the University of Namibia (Unam), which it says has become a perennial occurrence. Read more
UNAM Continues Probe into Exam Leak
The University of Namibia is still investigating the alleged examination leakage at some of its education campuses.” We will provide you with an update once the investigation is done,” UNAM’s spokesperson Shahid Dickson told The Namibian yesterday. Read more
UNAM Offers AS Level Matrics Free Registration
The University of Namibia (Unam) says it would not charge Advanced Subsidiary (AS) level matriculants a registration fee for the 2023 academic year.The university announced this on Twitter on Wednesday. Read more
UNAM Offers Incentives for AS Students
As part of the transformed curriculum, the University of Namibia will be offering an attractive advanced subsidiary (AS) incentive package for new students in 2023. Read more
UNAM Ready to Facilitate More Internships
University of Namibia vice chancellor Kenneth Matengu has said the institution takes cognisance of the fact that the number of students requiring work-integrated education is set to increase with the recent curricula transformation demands for mandatory work-integrated learning. Read more
31 October 2022
Borders Should Not Limit Scientific Discoveries
German education ministry representative Ralph Dieter says borders should not limit scientific discoveries, and existing research partnerships with Namibia and other institutions is progress with great impact on international relations. Read more
Botho University Pushes for Better Education Model
Botho University Vice-Chancellor, Dr Sheela Raja Ram, says there is an urgent need to rethink education models.Ram said this during the Botho University 25th anniversary celebration in Gaborone, when the university was celebrating its existence in Botswana and other countries such as Lesotho, Namibia, Eswatini and Ghana. Read more
‘Criticism of Education System Shouldn’t Discourage Us’
University of Namibia (Unam) pro-vice chancellor of academic affairs Frednand Gideon says the ongoing criticism of the country’s education system should not discourage educators and academics.”Long has our education system been criticised. Read more
Lecturer Sues Over ‘Unpaid Salary’
FORMER part-time University of Namibia (Unam) surgery lecturer Oidamae Tobiko is suing the university for allegedly failing to pay him for four months’ work. Read more
Malawi Scholars in US for Agricultural Diversification Information Exchange
Fifteen Malawian postgraduate scholars have participated in an information exchange program to share key learnings from their studies and gain insights from experts and students at the North Carolina State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Read more
Namibia Launches Innovation Enter to Spur Digital Economy
An innovation center, the result of a partnership between the Mobile Telecommunications Company (MTC), Namibia’s largest mobile service provider, and the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), opened here Thursday as the southern African country endeavors to develop an inclusive digital economy. Read more
Naomab: Plan, Manage and Encourage Innovation
The Namibia University of Science and Technology aims to deliberately develop in Namibia and become a bridge between industry and academia through the spirit of entrepreneurship, creativity, invention and innovation. Read more
New Training Workshops Inaugurated at Gobabis VTC
The Ministry of Higher Education, Technology and Innovation (MHETI) in partnership with the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) have announced the inauguration of three training workshops at Gobabis Vocational Training Centre. Read more
Number of Ranked Universities in Africa Increases to 97
African universities have made dramatic progress in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023 as, for the first time, 97 universities from 17 countries, up from 71 last year, have been rated to be part of the best universities globally, with 10 of them in the top 500. Read more
Research Commission Appoints Balie as Manager: Innovation and Industrial Research
The National Commission on Research, Science, and Technology (NCRST) has announced the appointment of Grant Balie as Manager: Innovation and Industrial Research (IIR), effective 1 October. Read more
Students Vote for New Unam, NUST SRCs
Voting for new student representative councils (SRCs) for the University of Namibia (UNAM) and the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) is in full swing. Read more
Tackle Intergenerational Trauma Through Education
NUDO president Esther Utjiua Muinjangue says transgenerational trauma does not leave physical marks but psychological or emotional scars, which make it difficult to recognise, allowing the cycle to continue. Read more
Telecom Namibia, NUST Kick Off Innovation Week
Telecom Namibia and the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) will host their Inaugural Hackathon and TN Innovation Week from Friday, 14 to 21 October. Read more
TVET Sector to Address Unemployment
Vocational training centres are in a central position to address Namibia’s unemployment, which is one of the country’s biggest stumbling blocks toward a modern economy. Read more
UNAM Denies ‘Blocking’ Diescho from Genocide Academic Conference
NAMIBIAN political scientist and leadership specialist Joseph Diescho, currently based in Germany, claims to have been excluded from an academic conference on the genocide in Namibia, which took place from 29 September to 1 October in Freiburg, Germany. Read more
UNAM Receives Medical Equipment to Balance and Optimize the Health of People and Animals
The University of Namibia’s (UNAM) Primary Health Care Clinic received medical consumables and clinical equipment worth about N$136,000 paired with a donation of N$500,000 from FirstRand Namibia recently. Read more
UNAM renew MoU with the Inland Norway University of Applied Science
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was recently signed to continue cooperation and explore further opportunities to support local sustainable development, between the University of Namibia and the Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences. Read more
World University Rankings 2023: UI, UNILAG, Covenant Universities Make Africa’s Top 20
The latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings has ranked three Universities in Nigeria among the first top 20 institutions in the African continent. In the latest rankings Published by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 25, African Universities made debut appearances in the growing list of entries… Read more
‘Young People Must Grow Their Minds and Cultivate Ideas’
Minister of information and communications technology (ICT), Peya Mushelenga, says young people should be at the helm of growing the economy, supported by an array of interventions. Read more
30 September 2022
China Strengthens Space Cooperation with Nam
China and the African Union commission recently hosted an event called ‘Talk with Taikonauts’, where students from Namibia and seven other African countries could ask three taikonauts (Chinese astronauts) questions about life in space. Read more
Decolonial Scholarship: Do Academics in Africa have Clay Feet?
Many high-ranking scholars in Africa are not merely fascinated by the historical colonial domination agenda but are the intellectual and active guardians of ideas and objectives of neocolonialism and coloniality that suppress academic freedom, creativity and innovation in African universities and other tertiary institutions in the continent. Read more
Namibian to Join the Prestigious Unispace Nano-Satellite Course in India
The High Commission of India in Namibia has selected Shilongo Agrippine Amupolo for the prestigious course on ‘Unispace Nano-satellite assembly and Training’ being conducted by India Space Research Organization (ISRO) at U.R. Rao Satellite Centre in Bengaluru. Read more
Network Will Support Implementation of Addis Convention
A group of African countries has launched the African Network of National Implementation Structures, a framework that will coordinate and campaign for the recognition of higher education qualifications, as well as facilitate academic mobility and inter-university cooperation across the continent. Read more
NUST Insists Their ‘Vanity’ Award is Legitb
Questions continue to linger around the credibility of the international ‘award’ the Namibia University of Science and Technology received from an obscure organisation, but the institution stands by the credibility of the ‘prize’. Read more
Only 477 Students Graduate from NUST for 2022
ONLY 477 students graduated from the Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) this year.The institution has launched an investigation into the high failure rate. Read more
Unam Grows by Leaps and Bounds
The University of Namibia has significantly grown from a staff complement of 147 at its inception in 1992 and now boasts more than 2 500 employees, including 83 academic professors. Read more
‘Unam Not Qualifications Factory’… Matengu Says University Wants to Impact Change
University of Namibia vice chancellor Kenneth Matengu says the institution will not be relegated to a factory of qualifications but rather aims to produce graduates who would do something meaningful and impact change in the life of Namibians. Read more
31 August 2022
75 UNAM Cleaners Face Unemployment
About 75 cleaners at the University of Namibia’s main campus in Windhoek are set to lose their jobs as the new contractor hired by the university does not need their services. “We have rooms to rent and we have kids going to school. Read more
Cameroon to host the RUFORUM Annual General Meeting of 2023
The 2023 AGM will be hosted by the Government of Cameroon and the five RUFORUM Member Universities in Cameroon. Subsequently, the 2024 Triennial Conference will be held in Namibia while the 2025 and 2026 Annual General Meetings will be held in Zambia and Ethiopia respectively. Read more
Education Overhaul Needed for 4th Industrial Revolution
Schools and universities in Namibia need to increase their efforts to raise levels of digital skills and to integrate digital education into basic and higher education curriculums. Read more
Girls Can Only Choose STEM Careers if They see What it is About
Preparing young girls for careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) formed the basis of an intensive workshop conducted in the last week of July in Windhoek for female high school learners. Read more
Namport Awards NUST Marine Engineering Students with Scholarships
Eight NUST students pursuing double degrees in Marine Engineering will finally commence their studies at the Satakunta University of Applied Sciences (SAMK) in Finland. Read more
NUST Implements the JICA Employability Improvement Programme
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Employability Improvement Programme (EIP) kicked off with its Training of Trainers progamme at NUST through the Cooperative Education Unit (CEU). Read more
NUST Setting the Pace with UNESCO Chairs
The University Twinning and Networking Programme (UNITWIN) /UNESCO Chairs Programme supports the establishment of UNESCO Chairs and UNITWIN Cooperation Programmes in higher education institutions. Read more
Universities Debate Economic Policy, Scrutinise ZAR Link
In the Bank of Namibia’s debating competition for university students, the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) took the honours and the N$10,000 prize money. Read more
We’ve Made Mistakes with Education
FORMER prime minister and pioneer education minister Nahas Angula says a lack of cohesion between economic demands and the education sector is to blame for the high number of unemployed graduates. Read more
31 July 2022
NUST Acquires Two more Academic Chairs for Water Research and Computing Technology
The launch of the UNESCO Chair for Sustainable Water Research for Climate Adaptation and Saline Agriculture in Arid Environments, as well as the UNESCO Chair on Secure High-Performance Computing for Higher Education and Research, …Read more
NUST’s Faculty of Computing and Informatics was Bestowed with a Generous Donation…
The equipment was handed over to Dr Erold Naomab, NUST Vice-Chancellor, by Fabian Tait, the Managing Director of Namclear. The contribution aims to improve education by bridging the gap between NUST accomplishments and industry needs. Read more
NUST VC Calls for Innovation Audit
Namibia needs to conduct an innovation audit to assess its innovation readiness. Read more
Orientation for the University of Namibia Healthcare Workers on the O3 Plus Project
Our Rights, Our Lives, Our Future (O3 Plus) project seeks to ensure that young people in higher and tertiary education institutions (HTEIs) in Eastern and Southern Africa, including Namibia realize positive health, education, and gender equality outcomes through sustained reductions in new HIV infections, unintended pregnancy and sexual and gender-based violence. Read more
Public Talk to Delve into Biomedical Engineering and Health Technology
The Namibia Scientific Society is inviting the public to a talk by Dr. Ernest Greene titled, Biomedical Engineering and Health Technology Management Training in Namibia… Read more
Student Union Wants Driving Schools at Tertiary Institutions
The Student Union of Namibia (SUN) has proposed that a module for driving schools be incorporated into practical lessons in tertiary education institutions. This proposal was revealed by SUN postgraduate representative Victoria Nehale… Read more
UNAM Student Scoops Third Place in Next Einstein Forum
The Next Einstein Forum Africa Science Week recently took place, in Gaborone, Botswana. It was run under the theme ‘Harnessing the potential of natural resources towards sustainable Science, Technology and Innovation’. Read more
Youngest PhD Graduate Speaks on Her Academic Success
At 28 years of age, Penelope Midzi graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy in English from the University of Namibia on 20 June 2022. Midzi is the youngest of the 11 doctoral graduates Unam produced in the class of 2021. Read more
30 June 2022
36 African Universities Represented on U-Multirank List
A total of 36 universities in Africa were among the 2,202 universities in 96 countries globally that had their performances assessed by U-Multirank, a ranking index that routinely analyses higher education institutions in terms of teaching and learning, research, knowledge transfer, international orientation and regional engagement. Read more
Agriculture Ministry, Agronomic Board Staff Receive Training on Crop Yield Estimation
The University of Namibia (UNAM) conducted a training workshop on crop yield estimation for technical staff from the Namibian Agronomic Board (NAB) and the Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform. Read more
City Police and UNAM SRC Come Together to Find Solutions for Student Safety
The University of Namibia (UNAM), members of the Windhoek City Police, the UNAM Security team and the Student Representative Council (SRC) recently met to discuss possible measures to improve student safety amid an increase in criminal activities near the campus. Read more
From Inmate to Qualified Community Educator
HUBERT Mukosho (42), who was sent to prison in 2009 after being convicted of rape, recently graduated with an honours degree in lifelong learning and community education from the University of Namibia (Unam). Read more
Geingob Unhappy with How Namibian Children are Educated …
PRESIDENT Hage Geingob has criticised the country’s education system’s capacity to produce employees for the labour market.He says industrialisation can only be achieved through a fundamental shift in how Namibian children are educated. Read more
Great Ponds Degree Will Get Ascendium Education Category
Madison, Wis. -The former Great Ponds Higher Education Business & Associates (Higher Ponds) possess relaunched since Ascendium Degree Classification. The fresh renamed organization usually create towards Great Lakes’ 51-year reputation of supporting postsecondary supply and achievement and you will successful scholar loan installment. Read more
Huawei Enters Tripartite Agreement on Cooperation Under Smart Campus Initiative
Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei will facilitate the training of staff and students as part of its role in a strategic partnership entered with Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) and MTC Namibia, a mobile telecoms company and internet service provider in the southwest African country. Read more
Kavango East Wants Unam Expanded
The Kavango East Regional Council is calling upon education authorities to transform the University of Namibia in the region to also train teachers for secondary education and establish an agriculture training facility. Read more
MTC, NUST and Huawei Ink Agreement to Promote Research and Technological Innovation
Digital enabler MTC, Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), and HUAWEI on Thursday entered into a tripartite cooperation agreement, to promote research, innovation, technological and entrepreneurial excellence and internationalisation. Read more
Nanso Celebrates Menstrual Hygiene Day
THE Namibia National Students Organisation’s (Nanso)-Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) branch celebrated this year’s Menstrual Hygiene Day by donating sanitary pads to a school in Windhoek. Read more
Nedbank Bursary Programme to Assist Seven Students
Nedbank Namibia recently awarded bursaries amounting to N$190,000, to seven students through the banks’ bursary programme. A total of seven applications were successful. Read more
NOFO: University Partnership Program (Namibia)
Sub-Saharan Africa’s youth population will double to 830 million by 2050, and helping young people meet their aspirations and have the tools to improve their communities and futures will be key to U.S. policy objectives of regional stability, inclusive economic growth, and promoting democratic values. Read more
Spurned Academic’s Court Application Fails
High Court Judge Hannelie Prinsloo yesterday dismissed an application by University of Namibia professor Frednard Gideon to review and set aside The Namibia University of Science and Technology’s decision to appoint Erold Naomab ahead of him as vice chancellor. Read more
Transforming Education Summit (TES) 2022
To measure progress made on the implementation of the recommendations of the 2011 National Conference on Education and the SDG4 goals, the MoEAC is organizing the 2022 National Conference on Education to be held from 2-5 August 2022. Read more
31 May 2022
Digital Enabler Invests Over N$60,000 to Assist Poiyah Media Interns
Mobile Telecommunications Company (MTC) has come on board sponsoring Poiyah Media interns to continue carrying out its mandate to groom students and aid their practical skills for corporate upon graduation. Read more
English Steals Show at Unam PhD Graduation
Out of the 11 doctoral students who graduated at the University of Namibia’s ceremony recently, four graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy in English Studies, a feat that attracted the attention of the public. Read more
Masterclasses Address Knowledge Gaps in Doctoral Training
Some of the most pertinent challenges young academics may face as they begin to build careers as teachers and scientists were tackled during three masterclasses offered by seasoned academics to 25 handpicked participants from across Africa in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, during 25-29 April. Read more
Matengu: UNAM Seed Research to Improve Yields
University of Namibia vice chancellor Kenneth Matengu said the institution is conducting studies on seed production in Kavango East. Read more
Namibia to Host Africa’s Second-Largest Millimetre Telescope
NAMIBIA will host Africa’s second-largest millimetre telescope.The project will be spearheaded by the University of Namibia (Unam) and the Event Horizon Telescope (EHT) project from Radboud University. Read more
NHE Sponsors Top Performing NUST Students
The National Housing Enterprise (NHE) has sponsored top performing students studying rural and regional development planning at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust). Read more
Nimba University College to Faces Uncertainty
The Nimba County University College faces some uncertainties due to limited budgetary allotment made in the national budget for the institution as staff threatened to boycott classes. Read more
Science Commission, SASSCAL Ink Agreement to Further Research Activities…
The National Commission on Research, Science and Technology (NCRST) and the Southern African Science Service Centre for Climate Change and Adaptative Land Management (SASSCAL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) … Read more
UNAM Donates Oxygen Production Plant to Katima Hospital
The University of Namibia (Unam), through their collaboration with Cardiff University, has donated an oxygen production plant worth N$3,5 million to the Katima Mulilo State Hospital. Read more
UNAM Students to Attend Summer School in Bremen
The collaboration between the University of Namibia and Bremen University of Germany continues to bear fruit under the academic exchange umbrella. Since the inception of this collaboration in 2018, there have been remarkable activities. Read more
UNAM to Present New Milky Way Results
The University of Namibia (UNAM) will be hosting a conference, on 12 May at 14:30 at the UNAM Main Campus, to present new Milky Way results from the Event Horizon Telescope. Read more
UNPRPD Hosts Focus Group Discussions to Inform Disability Audit Tool for Tracking and Documenting Stigma and Discrimination
As part of the first phase of the audit tool development, a focus group discussion with Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) learners and instructors was held at Harare Polytechnic… Read more
30 April 2022
Exploring Cleaner Alternative Energy Sources for Hot Water Preparation
NUST’s Namibia Energy Institute (NEI), recently conducted two Information Sharing Workshops for residential buildings, hotels, and lodges to explore the feasibility of using solar thermal energy for hot water preparation in Windhoek and Swakopmund. Read more
Geingob Inaugurates UNAM Health Centre
President Hage Geingob officially inaugurated the health training centre at the University of Namibia’s (UNAM) Dr Hage Geingob Campus on Thursday and stated that the government is committed to the constant improvement of the country’s healthcare infrastructure. Read more
NUST Eenhana Director Satisfied with Progress
The director of the Namibia University of Technology Eenhana campus said learning has gotten underway, and he is satisfied with the progress.Lukas Shikulo said 436 students have enrolled in different programmes and already started with various lectures, while the learning process is progressing effectively. Read more
NUST Eenhana Satellite Campus Receives Hefty Boost From Local Bank
The FirstRand Namibia Foundation Trust recently handed over an amount of N$500,000 to the Eenhana satellite campus. Read more
NUST Internal Learning Model (ILM) Pilot Project a Success
The NUST Human Resources (HR) Department held an internal award ceremony where they handed over certificates to 77 staff members who participated in the Internal Learning Model (ILM) pilot project which was concluded in December 2021. Read more
NUST to Award PhD Scholars with Scholarships
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) will be hosting the official launch and Scholarship handover ceremony of the Southern African Science Service Centre for Climate Change and Adaptive Land Management (SASSCAL) Graduate Studies Programme in Integrated Water Resources Management (SGSP-IWRM)… Read more
Russian Nuclear Experts Host Talks on Nuclear Energy for Local Students
Russian State Corporation, Rosatom recently hosted a series of open lectures on the potential of nuclear energy and future jobs with local university and high school students. Read more
Worldskills Africa Competition Promotes Capacity Building for Youth
The second edition of WorldSkills Africa, underway in Namibia’s Swakopmund coastal town, is promoting skills development among the continent’s young populace. Read more
New Strategies, Structures Imperative to Close Gender Gap in HE
Women in research must undergo emancipation and empowerment programmes to strengthen their resilience and ability to make critical decisions, and to address the challenges they face in academia, argues a study published in PLOS One. Read more
31 March 2022
Athletes Urged to Apply for Study Loan
The Namibia Sports Commission (NSC) Marketing and Public Relations Officer (PRO) Chalo Chainda has urged local athletes to apply for a study loan through NSFAF.In a recent interview with Desert Radio, Chainda said the Sports Commission has signed a three-year-old Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)… Read more
Evacuation of Africa’s Students from Ukraine Continues
While 17 African countries were among the 35 states that abstained from voting on a United Nations resolution on Wednesday 2 March demanding that Russia “immediately, completely and unconditionally withdraw all of its military forces from the territory of Ukraine”…Read more
IUM Denies Forcing Students to Re-Register
SOME undergraduate students at the International University of Management (IUM) coastal campus at Walvis Bay are complaining that they are forced to re-register and pay registration fees for the fifth year. Read more
N$1 Billion Needed for Satellite Campus …
Former president Hifikepunye Pohamba has requested that every household within the Oukwanyama Traditional Authority contribute N$10 towards the construction of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) satellite campus… Read more
Namibia Set to Take Centre Stage in Africa
Hosting the second WorldSkills Africa Competition is part of the government’s plan to deliver its national agenda on TVET with help from a range of international and local partners. Read more
NSFAF Provisional Awards Set for April
In an effort to calm the nerves of the old NSSCO grade 12s who are anxious about the official date to release their results, Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund assured such candidates can still apply for funding before their results are out. Read more
NUST Ohangwena Classes Start
The Namibia University of Science and Technology’s campus outside Eenhana in the Ohangwena region is up and running since 7 March.”Key vacancies have been filled, and the necessary infrastructure to make the facility operational as a university campus has been installed… Read more
NUST Tackles Human-Elephant Conflict Management in Kunene
UST’s Biodiversity Research Centre (BRC) is conducting research to support the Ministry of Environment and Tourism’s (MEFT) Bio-economy of Landscapes project through the auspices of the Deutsche Geselischafe für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ). Read more
SADC Education for Sustainable Development Framework on the Horizon
The dialogue is one of UNESCO’s responses to the aspirations enunciated in the Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan (RISDP) 2020–2030 of SADC, that is to develop and implement programmes, in order to improve human capacities for socio-economic development… Read more
Spurned Academic Attacks NUST Head Appointment
University of Namibia academic Frednard Gideon can expect to hear by the middle of June if he has succeeded with an attempt to set aside the appointment of a rival candidate as vice chancellor of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST). Read more
UNAM Introduces 3D Printing
Attempts to strengthen the education of health professionals in Southern Africa has yielded the first fruit in Namibia, after the first 3D printed anatomical models were created at Unam’s Hage Geingob Campus in Windhoek. Read more
Universities Offer Reprieve to Defaulters
In an attempt to accommodate defaulting students in the main streams of the 2022 academic year, the universities council agreed to grant respite to students who want to register. Read more
28 February 2022
Namibia Teams Up with Mozambique on Diseases Project
The National Commission on Science Research and Technology (NCSRT) is collaborating with Mozambique on a research project on how to apply indigenous knowledge to deal with three infectious diseases in Mozambique and Namibia. Read more
Nghipondoka Talks Up Local Universities
Education minister Anna Nghipondoka has called on learners who have lost their provisional spaces at some South African universities due to registration dates having lapsed to consider registering at local institutions.This after questions were directed to the minister on what should be done for these specific learners. Read more
NQA Board to be Appointed by March
The Namibia Qualifications Authority has confirmed the recruitment process of the new council board members is nearing completion.The current board members’ term of office ended in December 2021 and was extended until the end of this month. Read more
NUST Academic Welcome Highlights Technological Innovation
Research, Innovation and PartnershipsPresenting his presentation during the event, Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching, Learning and Technology, Dr Andrew Niikondo, explained that a strategic merge of some Faculties and Departments were made. Read more
NUST Eenhana Campus to Open Officially
The 2022 Commencement Ceremony of NUST will take place in Eenhana at its Eenhana Campus where official preparation is in full swing. The NUST Eenhana Campus attracted a large number of applications where Dr Lukas Shikulo will be heading the campus. Read more
NUST Ohangwena Campus in Limbo
The establishment of the Namibia University of Science and Technology satellite campus in the Ohangwena region remains uncertain, despite the institution already registering a high number of students for this academic year. Read more
Solar Car Visits Namibia
The Sunchaser 4, a fourth-generation solar car built by students and staff at the Tshwane University of Technology (South Africa), is currently visiting Windhoek. Read more
UNAM to Take in Grade 11s
The University of Namibia has softened its stance on admission requirements to provisionally accept the new Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate grade 11 students, following in the footsteps of the Namibia University of Science and Technology and the International University of Management. Read more
Union Wants Students to Register Amid N$480 Million Debt
STUDENT unions are insisting that the University of Namibia (Unam) and the Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) should let students register while looking for ways to settle their outstanding tuition fees. Read more
Whiz-Kid Pleads for University Funding
MAGRED Katjava (19), who recently completed her secondary education with flying colours, is dreaming of going to university.Katjava who lives at Okahandja Park with her parents and siblings, matriculated last year with 39 points in five subjects with a distinction in economics. Read more
31 January 2022
Academic Year to Kick Off Amid Challenges
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the education sector since 2020, but this year is set to kick off amid a litany of fresh challenges like the surge in positive cases. Read more
First Batch of Physiotherapists to Graduate from UNAM
The first batch of physiotherapists will graduate from the University of Namibia (UNAM) in April, as the programme is envisioned to make an impactful difference in the health sector.The Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy was introduced in 2018 at UNAM, Read more
Higher Education Ministry Knocks on Universities’ Doors
Higher education executive director, Alfred van Kent, says the ministry has requested that tertiary institutions make provision for pupils writing their final exams next week, in their registration processes. Read more
IUM Rubbishes Foreigner Bias Claims
The International University of Management attempted to quash growing indignation among its Namibian faculty as many face, unemployment following notice that their contracts will not be renewed. Read more
Namibian Teen (13) Starts Doctor studies
Home-schooled Tariro Moyo (13) could soon see herself becoming one of Namibia’s youngest university graduates after earning the right to register for medical subjects at tertiary level. Read more
Namibian Universities and Tertiary Institutions are Making Provision for the Possible Late Release of NSSC and AS level 2021 Examination Results
The ministry of education officially informed learners, parents and the public on 13 January that the full-time National Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary Level (NSSCO) as well as Advanced Subsidiary (AS) level new curriculum examination results will be released mid-February. As for part-time candidates, the examination results will be released in March. Read more
Poor Planning for Online Learning Created Disparities
The COVID-19 pandemic-driven transition to emergency remote teaching and online learning has been met with controversy in the Southern African Customs Union (SACU) region, as a significant number of students from underprivileged areas in the countries were deprived of a fair and equal opportunity to complete their academic year…Read more
UNAM Physiotherapists Excited to Graduate
The University of Namibia’s physiotherapy programme, introduced in 2018, is one of the youngest programmes following a difficult period of over 10 years with only three physiotherapists in the public health sector. Read more
Why Namibia’s New Degree for Youth Workers is a Pathway to Empowerment
With COVID-19 continuing to impact the lives of young people worldwide, Commonwealth Secretariat’s Charlotte Barcham writes about the urgent need for youth workers and how Namibia’s new degree is a pathway to help the crisis. Read more
31 December 2021
Exam Rewrites Could Affect Tertiary Enrolment
The Namibia University of Science and Technology’s vice chancellor for academic affairs, Andrew Niikondo, says the dates on which leaked exam papers will be rewritten next year may affect the enrolment of pupils at tertiary institutions. Read more
Environment Monitoring Lab Opened at UNAM
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism recently inaugurated the Multilateral Environmental Agreements Monitoring Unit at the University of Namibia (UNAM). Read more
Institutions Urged to Strengthen Research
Higher education minister Itah Kandjii-Murangi says higher education institutions should continuously engage and actively strengthen research in emerging fields. Read more
Omicron: Academics Voice Their Dismay Over Travel Ban
African academics have expressed dismay at the move by the United States, the European Union, the United Kingdom and other countries to block flights from several African countries following the sequencing of a new, potentially more transmissible variant of COVID-19. Read more
UNESCO Concludes Training of African Judicial Institutions on Freedom of Expression and Safety of Journalists
UNESCO in partnership with the African Court of Human and Peoples Rights conducted a 5-day Training of Trainers (ToT), organized between the 29 November to 3 December 2021,… Read more
30 November 2021
Accreditation of Journals will Improve Quality of Scholarly Communication
Worldwide, research and publication are the lifeblood for university lecturers, professors and researchers, hence the adage “publish or perish”, which is still applicable. Read more
Confucius Institute in Namibia Helps Young People Diversify Vocation Options
The Confucius Institute at the University of Namibia’s participation at a recent career fair exposed young Namibians to the Chinese language and career opportunities. Read more
Govt Urged to Offer Free Vocational Training…
An education system that does not meet the demands of the labour market, poor coordination of the institutional framework and historically structural weaknesses of the economy are among issues contributing to high youth unemployment in the country. Read more
India Sharpens Its Knowledge Diplomacy Focus on Africa
Indian higher education initiatives aimed at helping African countries to develop scientific human resources, bridge the digital divide and upgrade skills – and at attracting more African students to the sub-continent – were unveiled at the India-Africa Higher Education and Skill Development Summit held in New Delhi last month. Read more
Monitoring Tree Growth in Permanent Sample Plots
Fifteen years ago Dr Vera De Cauwer, a NUST Senior Lecturer in the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources Sciences (DANRS), and a group of NUST students established three permanent sample plots (PSPs) in the Hamoye State Forest (HSF) and the Kanovlei area. Read more
N$170m Climate-Change Windfall for SADC
To achieve this goal, Namibia has established a graduate school on integrated water resources management at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust), which is expected to be transformed into a Centre of Excellence for the SADC region. Read more
Namibia’s First-Ever Drive-Through Graduation Hosted at NUST
NUST again pushed back the boundaries of what is thought possible as the institution found an innovative way of allowing graduates to participate in its Spring 2021 Graduation Ceremony. This involved the organisation and hosting of the first-ever Drive-Through Graduation in Namibia. Read more
NUST Hosts Bioinformatics Course
The Department of Natural and Applied Sciences (DNAS) from NUST hosted an online class on the Introduction to Bioinformatics (IBT) courtesy of H3ABioNet. H3ABioNet is a Pan African Bioinformatics Network established to develop bioinformatics capacity in Africa to enable genomics data analysis by researchers across the continent. Read more
NUST Kick-Starts Careers
To offer participants a unique opportunity to work with international and local professionals to gain valuable knowledge and insight into the working world, Nust is calling on graduates from various institutions of higher learning to apply for a career-starter week, commencing in January 2022. Read more
NUST VC Post Challenge Set for Next Year
The case in which University of Namibia employee Frednard Gideon is challenging a Namibia University of Science and Technology’s decision to appoint Erold Naomab ahead of him as vice chancellor will only be heard next year. Read more
Prof Musiyarira Inaugurated as President of the Society of Mining Professors
Prof Harmony Musiyarira, Associate Dean for Research and Innovation in the Faculty of Engineering from NUST, was officially inaugurated as President of the Society of Mining Professors (SOMP), at a ceremony held in Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia. Read more
Student Leaders Embroiled in Rape Scandal
Three Students Representative Council members from the University of Namibia, who are also members of the Students Union of Namibia (SUN), have been suspended by the university and questioned by the police for allegedly raping a fellow student last month. Read more
Sunshine Private College Hosts Inaugural Graduation
The Sunshine Private College in Windhoek hosted its first-ever graduation ceremony on Friday.Eighteen students graduated with post-graduate diplomas in education (NQF Level 8).Sunshine serves as an educational institution with services ranging from kindergarten, primary and secondary as well as tertiary education. Read more
UNAM Crowned League Champions
The University of Namibia (Unam) Rugby Club were crowned champions of the Namibia Rugby Union (NRU) Premier League, following a 30-20 win over Western Suburbs at the Hage Geingob stadium on Saturday. Read more
UNAM Gets New Registrar
The University of Namibia (UNAM) Council has announced the appointment of Associate Professor, Erika Maass as their Registrar, for a period of 5 years from 1 November. Read more
UNAM Rundu Campus Gets Landscape Make Over
Shannon Investment donated more than 70 fruit trees and other plants to the University of Namibia’s Rundu Campus as part of their landscape initiative. Read more
31 October 2021
Four Years Wasted at Limkokwing
A group of 15 young Namibians with disabilities are still reeling in shock after discovering four years of studying at the Limkokwing University in Botswana have left them with unrecognised qualifications. Read more
IEB’s International Secondary Certificate Launches in Namibia, Eswatini and Mozambique
Independent Schools now have access to the IEB’s school leaving qualification after a change in the South African regulatory framework for the NSC. Read more
IUM Staff Gets Salary Increment
The International University of Management (IUM) has announced a staff salary increment of 5% across the board effective from 1 October.Furthermore, the management is also considering the same trend for IUM Medical Aid Scheme (NMC) contributions as well as the IUM Study Rebate granted to all employees… Read more
NUST Graduates Full of Hope
After missing a full year of on-campus varsity life due to an abrupt switch to eLearning brought on by the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, some Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) said they enjoyed the added advantages of online learning to search for jobs. Read more
NUST Hybrid Graduation a Success
Over 2 000 students graduated through the first-ever Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) hybrid graduation ceremony in Windhoek last week. Read more
NUST Ohangwena Campus to Open Next Year
Plans to establish a NUST satellite campus in Eenhana in the Ohangwena region, are at an advanced stage.The Namibia University of Science and Technology campus will open its doors in the next academic year with an assortment of programmes. Read more
NUST Set to Become a Centre for Biomass Research
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) is in the process of establishing an analytical service centre for the biomass industry. Read more
NUST Student Startup Entrepreneur Shares His Experiences
Leo Canopus was among the 7 startups selected in early March, for an initiative by the Namibia Business Innovation Institute (NBII) titled the NBII Acceleration Programme 2021. Read more
NUST Student Wins Digilympics Championship
Computer Science student at Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), Petrus Nauyoma, became the first Windhoek Digilympics champion.The Entrepreneurship Hub Dololo DoBox is the first-ever Windhoek Digilympics. Read more
NUST to Open Doors in Ohangwena Next Year
Plans to establish a Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) statelite campus at Eenhana in the Ohangwena region are at an advanced stage. Read more
Student Fund’s ex-CEO Denies Involvement in Malaysian University
Former Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) chief executive officer Hilya Nghiwete says she has never been involved in plans to set up a branch of the Malaysian Limkokwing University in Namibia. Read more
UNAM Cares Provides Covid Training to Nurses
The University of Namibia’s social responsibility programme, Unam Cares, has been training 21 nurses working in high care facilities at Keetmanshoop. Read more
UNAM Holds Career Days to Aid Application Process for Prospective Students
The University of Namibia (UNAM) recently held open career days on 14 and 15 October to guide and expose learners from various schools to the numerous study options at the University and subsequent career choices they can follow. Read more
UNAM’s Geosciences Department Receives Donation of N$350,000…
Haib Minerals donated N$350,000 to the Department of Geosciences at the University of Namibia (UNAM) to purchase machinery that will enable geochemical analysis for academic research and mineral exploration. Read more
UNAM Hosts Vaccination Drive at Keetmanshoop
The University of Namibia’s southern campus hosted a Covid-19 vaccination drive at Keetmanshoop on Saturday. Speaking at the occassion, Kharas governor Aletha Frederick emphasised the importance of vaccination to protect oneself and one’s loved ones from falling severely ill with Covid-19. Read more
UNAM Leads Green Hydrogen Research Institute
The University of Namibia (Unam) approved the establishment of a Namibia Green Hydrogen Research Institute, following its Senate’s approval on 2 September 2021. Read more
UNAM Outdebates NUST to Clinch Bank of Namibia Inaugural Debate Challenge
The University of Namibia (UNAM) was the overall winner of the first-ever Bank of Namibia Tertiary Institutions’ Debating Challenge, held on 28 September. Read more
UNAM Ranked Top University in Namibia
The University of Namibia has been named as the top-ranking institution of higher learning in the country and part of the top 100 universities in Africa. Read more
UNAM Sets Target of 1000 SCOPUS Articles Per Year by 2030
The University of Namibia is the top ranked university in Namibia and part of the top 100 in Africa according to various 2021 university ranking systems… Read more
UNAM To Open Green Hydrogen Institute
A Namibia Green Hydrogen Research Institute (NGHRI) was approved by the University of Namibia (UNAM) on 2 September to serve as a national research and capacity building hub. Read more
Vocational Training Key to Global Competitiveness’ Itah Kandjii-Murangi
The minister of higher education, training and innovation, Itah Kandjii-Murangi, says robust technical and vocational education and training (TVET) will guarantee Namibia and Africa a “rightful seat” in the global economy.” Read more
30 September 2021
Govt Advised not to Dissolve Student Fund
The government was advised not to dissolve the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) or restructure the fund into a ministerial department, as such a move would render the fund ineffective and inefficient. Read more
Higher Education ED Denies Defying Minister
The executive director of higher education, training and innovation, Alfred van Kent, has denied defying his political principal’s order to extend the term of Namibia’s deputy delegate to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco), … Read more
Jobless Graduate Learns New Skills at ICT Centre
A Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) graduate, who is volunteering at the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) rural centre at Onamishu Eengodi constituency, says she has broadened her knowledge in a field she never studied for. Read more
Kandjii-Murangi Rejects Student Village Corruption Claims
Minister of higher education, technology and innovation Itah Kandjii-Murangi has denied corruption claims in the manner in which the student village project is being handled. Read more
Limkokwing University Solely Malaysian-Owned
Higher education minister Itah Kandjii-Murangi has again denied allegations that she has a stake in an alleged private university project in Windhoek and has been using her position and influence to its benefit. Read more
NQA Accredits Three New Institutions
The Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA) recently granted accreditation status to three institutions, being the Atlantic Training Institution, Namibian Maritime and Fisheries Institute and the Ngato Vocational Training Centre. Read more
NUST Student Gets Recognition at International Water
A Master of Environmental Engineering student from NUST, Liina Mutilifa, brought Namibia to the world when she claimed the third prize at the 2021 Virtual Universities Council on Water Resources (UCOWR)/The National Institute for Water Resources (NIWR) Annual Water Resources Conference. Read more
NUST to Host Two Virtual International Education Week Activities
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) will host two virtual International Education Week activities on 07 and 08 September 2021 respectively. The two activities are a Student Representative Councils (SRCs) Engagement, and a Public Dialogue. Read more
Researcher Develops Mobile Platform to Promote San Learners’
Focussing on curbing high school dropout rates in the Donkerbos Village, Omaheke Region, a NUST Computer Science Lecturer, Rosetha Kays, developed a prototype mobile platform for counselling primary school learners. Read more
UNAM Donates Big to Fight COVID
To contribute towards the national efforts of combating the Covid-19 pandemic, the University of Namibia (Unam) has donated clinical items valued at over N$2 million to the health ministry yesterday. Read more
UNAM Old Library Gets New Look and Feel
The University of Namibia’s ‘Old Library’ has been transformed into a newly furnished multi-media unit, with donations of chairs, tables, reading material and a whiteboard from the Germany Embassy. Read more
UNAM’s Language Departments Opens Refurnished Multimedia Room
The German, Afrikaans and French Language Departments of the University of Namibia this week inaugurated a newly furnished multi-media room. Read more
UNAM Leverages Blockchain Technology
The University of Namibia (UNAM) and the Africa Blockchain Institute (ABI) in Rwanda have announced this week a new collaborative agreement to foster partnerships on teaching and training; curriculum development; staff and students exchange; internalization of academic programmes; and research projects. Read more
31 August 2021
Chinese Lecturers Foster China-Namibia Friendship Through Language
Chinese lecturers at the Confucius Institute at the University of Namibia carry on China-Namibia friendship through language teaching. Read more
First Online Science Quiz for Female Learners to Promote Awareness in Engineering conducted
The Faculty of Engineering (FE) at the Namibia University of Science and Technology through Namibia Women in Engineering (NAMWIE) initiative, hosted a first of its kind online Science Quiz for female learners from grade 8 to 10 across Namibia, recently. Read more
Nafasi Water Steps in to Help Unam Students
The University of Namibia and Nafasi Water Technologies, a South African water technology and water utility service company, have joined hands in crafting the university’s new curriculum for the Centre for Innovation in Learning & Teaching (CILT). Read more
Namibia Gets N$682.3m for Green Hydrogen
Namibia is set to receive over N$682,3 million from the German government to assist with research on venturing into green hydrogen. Read more
Namibia Women in Engineering Hosts First National Science Quiz
In an effort to curb the COVID blues, the Faculty of Engineering (FE) through the Namibia Women in Engineering (NAMWIE) initiative, hosted a first of its kind online Science Quiz for female learners from grades 8 to 10 across Namibia. Read more
NSFAF Coming for 95 000 Defaulters
Although the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund has approximately 95 000 matured loans ready for collection thus far, only a total of 615 student debtors are honouring their loan repayment obligations. Read more
NUST, MTC Collaborate on High School Game Design Jam
Berhanne Wheeler, one of two winners of the first-ever High School Game Design Jam (HSGDJ) competition, said the event was a great experience, where he learnt many skills while designing his game. Read more
Researcher Launches COVID-19 Books for SMES
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every aspect of the modern world, and its impact is felt by all. The global pandemic has in particular had a significant impact on businesses. As such, many businesses, especially small onces faced detrimental losses. Read more
Scientific Society Offers Free Astronomy Classes
The course was developed by researchers at the University of Namibia and the University of Oxford and will be delivered via Zoom, free of charge. Read more
Student Commits Suicide after Failing Exam
An International University of Management (IUM) Ongwediva campus student committed suicide by hanging on Monday at Oshikuku. According to Omusati crime investigations coordinator, deputy commissioner Moses Simaho, Florianus Shipepe Nandyaa committed suicide after failing an examination. Read more
Tokyo Olympics: What is the Role of Universities in Sport?
Africa’s poor performance in the recent Olympic Games in Tokyo highlighted the role that universities on the continent could play to help prepare sports stars for the international sports stage, similar to the work done by institutions in other parts of the world, notably the United States. Read more
UNAM Cares Receives Grant for Vaccination Campaign
Namibia Saving and Investment Association (NaSIA) recently donated N$600,000 to UNAM Cares, to enable the institute’s vaccination campaign to continue, with its health promotion road shows, … Read more
UNAM Students Bemoan Slack Service
A group of University of Namibia distance students have registered a long list of gripes and claim the institution’s administration fails them, which negatively affects their academic progression. Read more
31 July 2021
Biomass Project Impacts Namibia’s Bioeconomy Development
Under the Biomass Utilisation by Sustainable Harvest (BUSH) Project, a Biomass Research Coordination Workshop was recently held in Windhoek. Academic staff from NUST were invited to share lessons from the project and discuss ways of enhancing cross-faculty collaboration. Read more
Chinese Language Continues to Attract Namibian Students Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, passion for learning the Chinese language among Namibian students continue to gain momentum through online teaching, said Zhang Fan, director of the Confucius Institute at the University of Namibia (UNAM). Read more
Drive-Thru Testing Opens at Unam
The University of Namibia has set up a drive- through PCR test facility for Covid-19 at the Hage Geingob Campus in Windhoek. Read more
E-Learning is Getting Stuck in the Digital Divide
With 82% of students in Sub-Saharan Africa stranded without internet access, many African universities’ valiant efforts to embrace online delivery got stuck in the digital divide. COVID-19 has shown that affordable, accessible internet is more necessary than ever. Read more
Higher Education Day to be Commemorated Online
The Ministry of Higher Education, Technology and Innovation has organized and coordinated a Higher Education Day to bring together higher education actors to exhibit and hold open dialogue. Read more
Innovation Hub for Sustainable Tech Opened at Namibian University
A state-of-the-art multi-million-dollar innovation hub that offers a conducive integrated ecosystem for sustainable technology transfer, was launched in Windhoek at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST). Read more
Law Society Renews Six Bursaries, Adds Four New Recipients
Four law students joined the ranks of bursary holders at the Law Society of Namibia this year, bringing the total number of students studying law with a Law Society bursary to ten. Read more
NSFAF Targets 130 000 Debt Defaulters
More than 130 000 former students who have received funding from the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) since 1999 were caught by surprise on Friday when they received a cellphone text notification to pay back the money. Read more
NUST to Host a Virtual Run Against Covid-19
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has resulted in the shutdown of most normal activities, including those of charity organisations that raise funds for worthy causes. Read more
Succulent Plants Project Aims to Transform Agricultural Sector
Researchers from the Faculty of Natural Resources and Spatial Sciences (FNRSS) are currently conducting trials on the production of succulent plants. Read more
Task Force Must Find Opportunities
Opportunities for Namibia in the fourth industrial revolution must be found by a newly formed task force that was appointed by the Namibian head of Sate. Read more
UNAM Ink Agreement with Local Partner to Support Training and …
The University of Namibia and Atlantic III consulting signed a Memorandum of Understanding late last month to support training and skills development of UNAM students and graduates through a paid internship scheme. Read more
University of Namibia to Open 10 Day Vaccination Clinic
The University of Namibia (UNAM) this week announced that they will be opening a COVID vaccination clinic to the public for 10 days. Read more
30 June 2021
Advancing Namibia’s Agricultural Trade Policy
The Faculty of Natural Resources and Spatial Sciences (FNRSS) officially launched a two-year training course under its Agricultural Trade Policy Institute (ATPI), titled Agricultural Trade and Policy Training and Exchange Programme for Professionals. Read more
FHS Dean Appointed as Extraordinary Professor at the NMU
Prof Alinah Segobye, the Dean of the Faculty of Human Sciences, was recently appointed as an extraordinary Professor at the North West University (NWU), South Africa. Read more
NSFAF Laptop Delay Irks Students
As another round of online learning comes into effect today, university students have expressed unhappiness over the delayed arrival of Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) laptops. Read more
NUST is Flouting Covid Regulations – SRC
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) Student Representative Council (SRC) has called the institution’s management out for not adhering to Covid-19 regulations. Read more
NUST Celebrates Technology Day
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) held a Technology Day recently to convene developers, consumers, and enthusiasts of technology. Read more
NUST Moves All Classes Online
The Namibia University of Science and Technology has moved all of its classes online, except for face-to-face assessments, due to the increase in Covid-19 cases in Namibia. Read more
NUST-NSA Partner in Managing Agricultural Data
With the aim to coordinate the collection, processing and dissemination of agriculture statistics, NUST and the Namibia Statistic’s Agency (NSA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) recently. At the University, the MoU will be managed by the University’s newly established Agricultural Trade Policy Institute (ATPI). Read more
UNAM Hosts Seed Project Day
The University of Namibia (UNAM) in collaboration with the Namibia Agronomic Board (NAB) intends to produce adaptable seeds for farmers to ensure that the country is able to produce its own food instead of importing most of it. Read more
31 May 2021
Empowering Edupreneurs
The launch of the Edupreneurs project kicked-off on Wednesday, 31 March 2021 via Microsoft Teams through the Namibia Business Innovation Institute (NBII) in collaboration with Glowdom and Eduix (Finland) in partnership with National Commission on Research, Science and Technology (NCRST), and the Southern Africa Innovation Support programme. Read more
Namibia Business School Excels at Africa Business Concept Challenge
The Namibia Business School (NBS) has hailed its students who helped the institution finish in the top five at the Africa Business Concept Challenge held virtually last month. Read more
Nored Awards Bursaries to Engineering Students
The students are pursuing studies in computer science and electrical engineering at both the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) and the University of Namibia (Unam). Read more
30 April 2021
25 Rössing Employees Graduate from University of Stellenbosch Business School
Twenty-five Rössing employees recently graduated with certificates after a six-month management development programme offered by the University of Stellenbosch Business School. Read more
Community Led Upgrading for the Disadvantaged
The research team explored the process of community-led improvements through the communities’ perspective, needs, views and stakeholders such as local and regional authorities. The two main research sites were Dordabis and Groot Aub. Read more
Drought and Heat Tolerant Crops Show Resilience
A research team from the Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences (FHAS) has reached a major milestone in a study under the auspices of the “Evolution of Stress Tolerant Orphan Legumes for use in Dry Land Farming Systems Across Sub-Sahara Africa and India” (STOL). Read more
German Ambassador Visits NUST
The German Ambassador to Namibia, HE Herbert Beck, paid a courtesy visit to the NUST Vice-Chancellor, Dr Erold Naomab. The purpose of the visit was to exchange views and ideas, and to further strengthen the long-standing relations between NUST and the German government. Read more
Giving Refugees Access to Education
NUST is currently housing three refugee students from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Burundi through the Albert Einstein German Academic Refugee Initiative (DAFI) scholarship programme. It is implemented via the Society for Family Health (SFH) organisation and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. Read more
Namibia Values Environmental Education
Environmental commissioner says environmental education and awareness are critical components in the effective implementation of environmental management and biodiversity conservation. Read more
NUST Welcomes New International Students
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) international relations department welcomed over 160 new international students from different countries. This brings the total to about 700 international students at NUST during the 2021 academic year. Read more
Oshana Council Collaborates with Unam
The Oshana Regional Council has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the University of Namibia (Unam) to support collaborative efforts in research and capacity building in the region. Read more
Unam Curriculum Overhaul to be Completed by November
A major curriculum transformation process of the University of Namibia (Unam) is due for completion by November this year, vice chancellor Kenneth Matengu announced. Read more
VEFIRS Team Seals a Partnership with Andre Foods International
A partnership agreement was sealed … between the Andre Foods international (AFI) and the team of Vertical Farming in Refugees Setting dubbed “VEFIRS”, a team of five innovators and mission-driven African scholars… Read more
31 March 2021
Local Financial Firms Award Bursaries to Seven Finance Students
Local firms, Arysteq Asset Management and Simonis Storm Securities, through the Arysteq Foundation, have joined forces to award seven bursaries to Namibian students embarking on a career in finance. Read more
Engaging Learners at DHPS
Staff members from NUST’s India-Namibia Centre of Excellence in Information Technology (INCEIT), recently visited the Deutsche Höhere Privatschule (DHPS), to take part in a Career Day. Read more
Ex-NIED Boss Wades into Unam Admission Debate
Former director of the National Institute for Educational Development (NIED) Hertha Pomuti, who was one of the influential figures behind the new education curriculum, believes local universities should be in a position to grant admission to grade 11 pupils. Read more
Medical School Limits Intake to 80
“The decision to admit 80 students per intake, including repeaters, was taken [while] taking into account the number of facilitators available and resources at the university.” Read more
NUST is a Reputable Brand
… The Namibia University of Science and Technology new vice chancellor Dr Erold Naomab shares his academic path and challenges faced by institutions of higher learning. Read more
NUST Ohangwena Campus on the Horizon
Plans to establish a NUST satellite campus in the town of Eenhana, Ohangwena Region, are well underway. It is envisaged that the campus will offer an assortment of programmes, with a particular focus on Natural Sciences, Management Sciences, as well as Technical and Vocational Education and Training. Read more
NUST Told to Comply with Court Order
The High Court has ordered the Namibia University of Science and Technology to comply with its order in which it set aside the university’s decision to nullify a tender awarded to a local security company last year. Read more
28 February 2021
Bettering the Lives of Underprivileged Havana Youth
Speaking at the official launch of the Café, Dr Delvaline Möwes, the then Acting NUST Vice- Chancellor, said, “The concept of the Café builds on the success story of Rlabs, a South African award-winning non-profit company, established in 2009.
Enabling the Less Abled Entrepreneurs
NUST’s Centre for Enterprise Development (CED), in collaboration with the National Disability Council of Namibia (NDCN) and Old Mutual Namibia, recently facilitated entrepreneurial training for persons living with disabilities. Read more
Govt Clarifies Grade 11 Graduate’s Tertiary Admission Requirements
Higher education minister Iitah Kandjii-Murangi says pupils who obtained C symbols or better in Grade 11 qualify for admission to tertiary education institutions. Read more
High Education Attainment Does Not Guarantee Job
Youth unemployment in sub-Saharan Africa cannot always be tackled by promoting high education attainment alone, says the International Labour Organisation (ILO). Read more
karaAgro AI & Partners Secure Funding for Machine Learning Project for Crop Diseases
The consortium partners include the Makarere University (Uganda), the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (Tanzania) and Namibia University of Science and Technology – NUST (Namibia). Read more
Management and SRC Take Pledge of Excellence
The Vice-Chancellor, Dr Erold Naomab, together with the Executive Committee, and the Students’ Representative Council (SRC), signed a leadership pledge recently. The pledge strives to ensure collegial and the smooth engagement between the parties during their tenure. Read more
Transnamib Invests in Apprenticeships…
For the past two years, TransNamib has provided over 115 apprenticeship opportunities in the trades such as DE Fitters, Mechanics, Electricians, Track Welders and Boilermakers… Read more
Unam Clears Confusion Over Admission
Unam vice chancellor Kenneth Matengu clarified yesterday the Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary (NSSCO) for grade 11 is ranked as a level three qualification and for grade 12 Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate-Advanced Subsidiary (NSSC-AS) at level four, while Unam’s entry requirement is level five. Read more
31 December 2020
Analysis Reveals Ivory Origins on 16th-Century Shipwreck
An international multi-institutional study initiated by the University of Cape Town (UCT) involving the scientific and historical analysis of elephant tusks found in the cargo of a ship wrecked off Namibia in the 16th century revealed some “remarkable” findings. Read more
ICT Services Self Help Portal
In light of the University’s lockdown that commenced at 16h30 on Thursday, 26 March 2020, the Department of Information and Communications Technology is committed to the support of NUST staff members throughout the course of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
NUST Receives N$1.3 Million Lab Equipment
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) received four different pieces of laboratory equipment for the analysis of bush-biomass and the development of wood-plastic composites with a procurement value of N$1.3 million. Read more
30 November 2020
Certification of NUST Lecturers Continues
The fourth group of 57 lecturers has enrolled for the Institution’s Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE) programme, aimed at advancing pedagogical skills and offering lecturers learning experiences of the highest level. Read more
Fifth NUST Annual Programming Competition Goes Virtual
The fifth edition of the NUST Annual Programming Competition recently took place virtually, under the theme: “Creating a knowledge-based society through reasoning about computer programs for the 4IR.” Read more
Making Dreams Come True and Empowering Girls Through Stem
Through the Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences (FHAS), NUST is providing supplementary educational support to various teachers and selected students across the country, in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subject areas. Read more
Namibians Studying in US Increases Dramatically
A total of 121 Namibian students are currently studying at US universities and colleges – an increase of over 80% in the last five years, according to the US Embassy’s EducationUSA office. Read more
NPS Loses NUST Tender
A local security company, whose three-year contract to provide security services to the Namibia University of Science and Technology was revoked by the Central Procurement Board of Namibia’s review panel. Read more
31 October 2020
Lecturer Receives International Recognition for Contributions…
Dr Katherine Carter, Coordinator of the Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education at NUST, was recently awarded the status of Senior Fellow by the Higher Education Academy in the UK. Read more
NUST and UNAM Sign Memorandum of Understanding
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), and the University of Namibia (UNAM), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) recently. The agreement will see the two institutions collaborating in various areas to the benefit of students, staff and the Namibian nation at large. Read more
Remote Learning Devices for NUST Students
A needs analysis conducted by the National Council of Higher Education (NCHE) earlier this year concluded that many students in Namibia do not have access to laptops or computers, and they cannot afford the cost of data. Read more
Swakop Invites Bids for Development of Tertiary Institution
The municipality of Swakopmund has reserved land for the construction of a tertiary institution and is inviting bids for the project. Read more
30 September 2020
International Partnerships in the Context of COVID-19 and Beyond
Societies, including universities are undergoing fundamental changes and adjustments against the backdrop of COVID-19. Read more
NUST, UNAM Sign Partnership Deal
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) and University of Namibia (UNAM) have signed an agreement to collaborate in various areas to the benefit of students, staff and Namibia at large. Read more
Plug-in Campus Promotes Cross-Cultural Learning, Innovation
The Future Tech Lab, a plug-in campus set up within the main campus of the University of Namibia (UNAM) in Windhoek by Finnish higher education institution … Read more
30 August 2020
DEBMARINE, UNAM Launch COVID-19 Testing Lab
Diamond recovery giant Debmarine Namibia and the University of Namibia recently joined forces and established a laboratory that is licensed to conduct COVID-19 tests as local transmission cases pile up. The official hand-over of the equipment took place on Tuesday at the UNAM School of Medicine. Read more
Kopano Online Education Forum Empowers Educators in Namibia
Launched in March 2019, the forum, hosted by Center for Professional Development, Teaching and Learning Improvement at the University of Namibia, has grown over time. Read more
Student Fund Blocks N$180m Laptop Tender
NAMIBIA’s national student fund has cancelled a N$180 million contract to supply university students with 32 000 laptops due to “serious irregularities”. Read more
The Namibia University of Science and Technology will Resume Face-to-Face Lectures…
This comes after the university temporarily closed after a Covid-19 positive case was reported at the institution. Read more
31 July 2020
Digging Deeper into Soil Microbial Ecology
Determined to help ordinary citizens with the know-how to make informed decisions about ecology and biodiversity conservation… Read more
Engineering Staff Enhance Wastewater Management Skills
Five staff members from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (DCEE), in the Faculty of Engineering, undertook a short training course on wastewater management. Read more
Faculty Rolls Out COVID-19 Care Project for Learners
The Faculty of Management Sciences through the Department of Marketing and Logistics, donated items to the School of the Hearing Impaired to aid the fight against COVID-19. Read more
Higher Education ‘Must Adapt to New Normal’
Higher education institutions must come up with innovative solutions and transition to a new normal amidst the current COVID-19 crisis. Read more
NSFAF Defunding Shatters Students’ Dreams
The Namibia Student Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) says it will not be able to fund close to 50 University of Namibia (Unam) students pursuing a diploma course in local government. Read more
Transformation of Ekusileni, a Breakthrough for Nust
The proposed transformation of Ekusileni Medical Centre into a specialist research and training institution is a breakthrough for the National University of Science and Technology (Nust) that wants to set up a medical school. Read more
30 June 2020
Bank Windhoek, NUST and b360 Host Online Career Starter Programme for Graduates
In support of social distancing measures aimed at combating the spread of COVID-19, Bank Windhoek, in partnership with NUST and B360 Education Partnerships, have decided to host an online Career Starter Programme. Read more
31 May 2020
Kick-Starting the Production of Succulents in Namibia
A Succulent Bio-Economy project was introduced to Namibian stakeholders by a team of the University of Oxford and the Faculty of Natural Resources and Spatial Sciences. Read more
NUST Hosts First Virtual Graduation Ceremony
A graduation ceremony is the biggest highlight of a student’s academic journey and whilst NUSTs traditional 2020 April Graduation Ceremony has been postponed to October, the University celebrated the prestigious occasion on the initial date, despite the unfavourable circumstances. Read more
30 April 2020
NUST to Commence with E-learning in May Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Namibia’s Science and Technology University (NUST), this week said the tertiary institute’s eLearning roll-out will commence on 5 May, as the global outbreak of COVID-19, continues. Read more
NUST Launches COVID-19 Website and Mobile App
Fake news is one of the factors that has proven to be a serious threat to efforts being made by health professionals. For this reason, amongst others, a website and an Android Mobile Application have been developed to provide factual and essential information about the outbreak of COVID-19 in Namibia. Read more
31 March 2020
Coronavirus – Namibia: Update an COVID-19 in Namibia (24 March 2020)
The 6th case is a 21-year-old Namibian male, student studying at WITS University in South Africa. He was tested in South Africa, but travelled back before results came out. The results came out today as positive. Read more
For the Love of Pangolins, Student Studies this Rare Mammal
A few weeks ago, wildlife conservationists around the globe commemorated World Pangolin Day, a day set aside to raise awareness about these unique mammals. Read more
NUST Management | Covid-19 Lockdown Measures #5
Yesterday, the President of the Republic of Namibia His Excellency Dr Hage Geingob announced that Namibia, particularly the Khomas and Erongo Regions, will be on a partial lockdown from Friday, 27 March at midnight, to Thursday 16 April 2020. Read more
28 February 2020
Cengage, Edge Learning Media Expand Access to Learning for SA’s Tertiary Students, Instructors
Cengage and Edge Learning Media are delighted to announce a new partnership in South Africa. This partnership will see Cengage representing Edge’s leading textbook catalogue within the South African public university sector, as well as in Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho and Eswatini. Read more
NUST Partners with NCRST for Global Inter-Cultural Project
NUST students from the Faculty of Computing and Informatics are set to take part in a first of its kind learning experience. The students are set to engage in an international interdisciplinary project that involves distributed software development across four continents. Read more
Over 1,000 ‘Access Students’ Blocked from First Year
More than 1,000 students who registered last year with the University of Namibia through its access and foundation programmes are stranded without space to further their academic studies. Read more
31 January 2020
BoN Awards Bursaries to Five Best Matriculants
As part of the bank’s bursary scheme, matriculants who passed with flying colours were given bursaries to go pursue their studies at universities of their choice. Read more
Katjavivi Speaks Out Over NUST Infighting
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) chancellor Peter Katjavivi has spoken out against the internal chaos and infighting that has rocked the university’s top echelons. Read more
Minister in Nepotism Storm
A storm is brewing over the appointment of Hepuree Kandjii, the daughter of higher education minister Itah Kandji-Murangi, at the Namibia University of Science and Technology. Read more
31 December 2019
Embracing Maintenance Software Training
The Faculty of Engineering recently held a training on SERTICA, which is a maintenance management system software, widely used in the field of maritime by shipping companies worldwide. Read more
NUST Appreciates Industry Partners
NUST’s Cooperative Education Unit (CEU) expressed gratitude to industry partners for hosting students for Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placements during the past three years. CEU acknowledged its indispensable partners’ support towards enhancing the employability of students. Read more
NUST-BUSH Project Hosts its First Regional Biomass Symposium in Windhoek
The Biomass Utilisation by Sustainable Harvest (BUSH) Project in collaboration with NUST and the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Forestry (MAWF) and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) which is the main donor of the project, held its first Biomass Symposium recently in Windhoek. Read more
NUST Gets Recognition for Excellence in Cooperative Education
Staff from NUST’s Cooperative Education Unit (CEU) attended the Institute of Personnel Management (IPM) conference held recently in Windhoek. Read more
Namibia Makes Steady Progress on Education SDG
Both Unesco representative to Namibia Djaffa Moussa-Elkadhum and the higher education ministry’s executive director, Alfred Van Kent, … concurred that education continues to be a top government expenditure area, although the country still needs to put more efforts into improving its quality. Read more
Senior NUST Engineering Lecturer Recognised at Global Convention
A Senior Lecturer at NUST and Coordinator of the Namibia Institute of Space Technology (NIST), was awarded a WFEO accolade in appreciation of her contribution towards the engineering fraternity. Read more
30 November 2019
Marine Engineering Students Visit Walvis Bay
A group of Bachelor of Technology in Marine Engineering students, from the Faculty of Engineering, recently visited the Marine Engineering cluster of Walvis Bay. Read more
New Journal Breathes Life into Scholarly Communication
Three years ago, when the National Commission on Research Science and Technology (NCRST) in Namibia mooted the idea of a multidisciplinary academic journal, some critics thought it would never yield meaningful results. Others said it was a far-fetched idea that would fizzle out or evaporate into thin air. Read more
NUST Receives Awards at National ICT Summit
NUST won first place (Bronze Category) for its outstanding exhibition at the Sixth National ICT Summit held recently. Read more
31 October 2019
…as Student Graduates in Hospital
One of our students and former SRC member, Angy Uumati, was in ICU a few days ago and could not make it to the Ceremony. Read more
Debmarine – Namdeb Foundation Boosts e-Learning Lab with Tech Worth N$ 440 000
Swelling student numbers in UNAM’s second largest faculty- the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences recently benefited from a notable sponsorship by the Debmarine – Namdeb Foundation. Read more
New Programmes Awarded in Three Faculties
Three programmes were awarded for the first time at the just-ended Ceremony. The University continuously seeks ways to ensure curriculum development by revising existing programmes, in addition to introducing new ones. Read more
Otto’s Attitude of Gratitude, Against all Odds
Despite having to walk long distances to get to class and ploughing his neighbour’s field to raise funds for registration, Petrus Otto, successfully graduated top of his class, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing. Read more
Rangeland Science Students Explore Farm Middelplaats
A class of 30 first-year Rangeland Science students of the Faculty of Natural Resources and Spatial Sciences, had an insightful experience last month at Farm Middelplaats, 30km to the south-west of Otjiwarongo. Read more
30 September 2019
22nd International Fixed Asset Management Forum Southern Africa (AMF-SA) Conference, Jointly Hosted by NUSTand UNAM
The 22nd International Fixed Asset Management Forum Southern Africa (AMF-SA) Conference, proudly hosted by the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) and the University of Namibia (UNAM), took place in Windhoek earlier this month. Read more
Alumni Department Comes to Life!
A new department, aimed at strengthening relations with the Institution’s graduates, was opened at NUST a few weeks ago. Referred to as the Alumni and University Foundation, the Department will also be responsible for fundraising initiatives. Read more
31 August 2019
Chinese Astronauts Land on NUST Campus
Two Chinese astronauts visited NUST yesterday to share their experiences in the development of space science. The event attracted scores of staff and students, from NUST and the University of Namibia, as well as school children. Read more
NUST Student Flies Namibian Flag High in Russia
Ronaldo Kathjiheve, a third-year Bachelor of Management student was selected to represent Namibia at the 45th WorldSkills Competition in Russia. Read more
30 June 2019
Unemployed Graduates Turn to Online Businesses for Survival
Unemployed youth who spoke to Youth Corner said they were forced to venture into business online because they were unemployed, despite having obtained qualifications at tertiary institutions. Read more
31 May 2019
NUST Open Houses 2019
NUST School of Civil & Environmental Engineering (SCEE), Atta-ur-Rahman School of Applied Biosciences and NUST School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (SEECS) held their Open Houses at NUST. Read more
30 April 2019
Iomass Utilisation by Sustainable Harvest (bush) Project Launched
On the 2nd of April 2019, the Biomass Utilisation by Sustainable Harvest (BUSH) Project was officially launched at NUST. The project focusses on technology development, applied research and capacity development in Bush Control and Biomass Utilisation through multi-disciplinary skills. Bush encroachment is one of the key agricultural challenges in Namibia, and the initiative is focussed on finding solutions to these national problems. Read more
Hats off to the Newest PhD Graduates at Nust!
We live in a time where the phrase ‘social media’ has no direct translation in any of our African languages. This achievement is my humble attempt to put it on the map of career options in Africa. To have made history as the youngest PhD graduate to come out of NUST. Read more
Towards a Smarter Campus
NUST had launched a new Mobile Application known as a ChatBot, which is set to revolutionise the way the Institution attends to queries. This App is an automated platform which users can converse with via audio or text. The idea was born out of a longstanding partnership between NUST and AdaptIT, a South African IT solutions company. Read more
Using Remote Sensing to Monitor Soil Erosion
Recently, Kalla Immanuel , a Bachelor of Communication third-year student held a Q and A session with Miguel Vallejo, a researcher and lecturer from the Department of Geo-Spatial Sciences and Technology. This interview forms part of a series in which researchers at the Institution are given the opportunity to highlight key aspects of their projects. Read more
31 March 2019
Will Your Career Choice be Relevant in Future?
According to a World Economic Forum article titled ‘5 ways students can graduate fully qualified for the Fourth Industrial Revolution,’ there are a number of questions students and learners need to ask themselves before choosing a career. Read more
NUST and NamWater Monitor Water Transportation Schemes
A team of metallurgy and corrosion engineering staff from the University are currently working closely with staff from the Namibia Water Cooperation (NamWater). The collaboration is the result of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed by both parties, aimed at monitoring water transportation schemes in the Erongo Region. Read more
28 February 2019
Improving Pedagogy – Learning to Teach
The third group of NUST lecturers has enrolled for the Institution’s Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE) programme. The course is aimed at enhancing pedagogical skills and offering lecturers learning experiences. Read more
Public Private Partnerships Under Spotlight
The Faculty of Human Sciences and the Department of International Relations at NUST hosted a panel discussion on “Public Private Partnership (PPS): Leveraging PPPs as a Vehicle for Development,” last week. The event was held in collaboration with PwC Namibia, The Namibian Newspaper, and B360 Education Partnerships. Read more
31 December 2018
Nation Building Through Research and Innovation
“Research and innovation excellence remain one of the capstone drivers in the growth and development of any nation. We are already in the midst of Industry 4.0, also referred to as the 4th Industrial Revolution. As Industry 4.0 continues to change the way we interact with the world around us, new challenges arise…” Read more
31 October 2018
So Many Graduates, Yet Few Jobs
With the number of unemployed graduates projected to soar in the coming years, Namibian Employers’ Federation Secretary General Tim Parkhouse says Namibia skills mismatch is the single biggest cause for the high number of unemployed graduates. Read more
30 September 2018
Education Experts Discuss Transformation of Teacher Education
Teacher preparation should be based on the latest empirical evidence and not on how we were taught decades ago… Read more
Gigantic Partnership
Two of the country’s largest public institutions, UNAM and NBC signed an MOU this week that will strengthen cooperation between academia and the public. Read more
Oshakati Campus Stimulates Research Output
In an effort to upsurge research undertakings, the Northern campuses of UNAM held an intra-research seminar, targeting resident staff of Oshakati Campus, those at Hifikepunye Pohamba and Ogongo Campuses, respectively. Read more
Techcamp Declares War on Cybercrime
The Faculty of Computing and Informatics (FCI), with support from the U.S. Department of State Bureau of International Information Programme (IIP), and the U.S. Embassy in Namibia, hosted the first-ever TechCamp in Namibia under the theme “Cybersecurity for Everyone”. The event took place from 17 to 19 September in Windhoek. Read more
The Accidental Scientist
A new lecturer, specialising in Radiobiology and Nuclear Medicine at the University of Namibia, Dr Roswita Hamunyela, says she originally wanted to study Tourism. Read more
31 August 2018
Bridging the Experience Gap
The University of Namibia, under its Cooperative Education Unit, recently initiated a two-day workshop on Work Integrated Learning (WIL). Read more
Research Matters for Namibia
The University of Namibia cares about relevant research that effects the lives of ordinary Namibians, their health, wealth and the environment. Read more
30 June 2018
Nored Honours Students at Ogongo Campus Awards Ceremony
Each year, Ogongo Campus organises an Annual Awards Ceremony to celebrate the previous year’s academic achievements and most significantly to recognise and reward students for exceptional work done in their respective study programmes. Read more
31 May 2018
Conference of African studies inaugurated
The University of Namibia (Unam) in partnership with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) hosted the inaugural conference of the International Geographical Union (IGU) Commission on African Studies last week from May 17-18 at the Namibia Institute of Public Administration and Management. Read more
Budget cuts threaten tertiary education – Minister
The Namibian tertiary education sector faces a serious threat of termination of critical programmes and erosion of the quality of tertiary education, which may lead to a reduction in the new student intakes if the severe cuts in the national budget allocation continues in the next financial year. Read more
Healthnet Solutions Sponsorship
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today. An investment in knowledge pays the best interest”… Read more
30 April 2018
Mbumba Bids Farewell to Prof Hangula with a Standing Ovation
The chancellor of the University of Namibia (Unam) and Namibia’s vice-president, Nangolo Mbumba, has bid farewell to Professor Lazarus Hangula with a standing ovation at his last graduation ceremony as Unam vice-chancellor. Read more
Budget Cuts Threaten Tertiary Education – Minister
The Namibian tertiary education sector faces a serious threat of termination of critical programs and erosion of the quality of tertiary education, which may lead to a reduction in the new student intakes if the severe cuts in the national budget allocation continues in the next financial year. Read more
Namibia Lacks Maritime Educational Institutions
Namibia currently has no institution that provides dedicated education and training in maritime fields at bachelor or postgraduate degree level. Read more
Education is Our New Dawn Namibia
What exactly is education? Education can be defined as a process of acquiring knowledge. Education is a social process; education is growth; education is progressive; education is liberating; education is freedom, yes, a mind set free. Education is not a preparation for life; education is life itself (John Dewey). Read more
30 December 2017
Best Researchers of the Year Awarded
A lecturer in the Faculty of Engineering has once again been named the Institutional Established Researcher of the Year and as well as the Overall Established Researcher in his Faculty. Read more
Emerging Technologies in Library Services
The 2nd International Association of University Libraries’ (IATUL) Directors’ Summit was held in Windhoek recently. The event offers a platform for discussion on challenges university libraries are facing and for the overall development of library services. Read more
Hangula reflects on 24 years at UNAM
As the long-serving University of Namibia (UNAM) Vice Chancellor, Lazarus Hangula (LH), prepares for his exit, he is content that he has done his best to leave behind a strong
viable academic institution that also has the capacity to become a promising commercial entity that will, in the long run, help empower the university to augment its Treasury appropriated income. Read more
New NQA Council Appointed
The minister of higher education implored the council to take cognisance of and play a critical role in high-priority areas such as decision-making, which should be timeous in the best interests of the nation, and taken without fear or favour; resoluteness in the execution of fiduciary duties as individuals and as a collective; new human resources development; and maintaining an ethical corporate governance culture. Read more
NSFAF Plays Hide and Seek
The management of the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) failed to attend a parliamentary hearing, causing it to be postponed. Read more
Unam Loses Out On Foreign Partnerships
The University of Namibia (UNAM) had planned this year to introduce several courses in architecture and anaesthetics, but these (and other) programmes have since been put on hold due to budgetary constraints. Read more
30 October 2017
Govt Neglects NSFAF
The broke Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) this month requested around N$630 million from government to pay out student loans, but had only received N$43 million. Read more
IUM and the Pharmaceutical Society of Namibia (PSN) Sign a Memorandum of Agreement
IUM and the Pharmaceutical Society of Namibia (PSN) signed a Memorandum of Agreement to jointly offer a Certificate in Pharmacist’s Assistant. Read more
Maritime Studies at NUST
A partnership between the Namibian University of Science and Technology, the Satakuntta University of Applied Sciences and the Namibia Marine and Fisheries Institute will see the development of a degree programmer in Maritime studies at NUST. Read more
NUST SMSes Demand Students Pay Up
Government-funded students have been receiving SMSes from the Namibia University of Science and Technology, demanding they pay their outstanding fees before year-end exams start. Read more
Unam Students Must Pay 50% of Fees to Write
University of Namibia students with outstanding fees will be allowed to write their examinations on condition that 50%of their tuition fees are paid. Read more
What are soft skills?
Unlike hard skills, which can be proved and measured, soft skills are intangible and difficult to quantify. Read more
Why Fund Higher Education? Who Gets What, When And Why?
Why is society or, in bureaucratic-speak, ‘taxpayers’ money’ spent on an exercise that seems so expensive? Read more
Why Not Lighten The NSFAF Load?
Why are Government funds being paid to a middleman tertiary education funding institution (NSFAF) that then pays that same money to State owned universities?
15 October 2017
Eenhana Energises Vocational Training
The Eenhana Town Council has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Eenhana Vocational Training Centre (EVTC) to provide experiential, on-the-job learning to students studying at the centre. Read more
Important Soft Skills
When applying for a job, many people tend to emphasize their hard skills – the specific knowledge and abilities required for a particular job. Read more
Namwandi Challenges IUM Critics
The Founder of the International University of Management (IUM) and former Minister of Education, Arts and Culture, David Namwandi, says he is disappointed in critics who still think that the university is a sub-standard institution, despite all the progress it has made over the years. Read more
Teacher Vacancies Ready Soon
The education ministry has apologised for the delay in the posting of teaching vacancies but said the temporary inconvenience was necessary in order for the ministry to comply with government orders to trim unnecessary expenditure. Read more
“Training Teachers Is Vitally Important”
Education, the cornerstone of growth and development, needs vibrant, committed and well-trained teachers or it will never work. Teachers with clear goals, plans, insights, passion and vision steer learners to success. Read more
Unam Needs Bodies
The University of Stellenbosch will not supply the Unam School of Medicine with cadavers from next year and Namibian law makes no provision for people to donate their bodies to science. Read more
30 September 2017
Civil Engineering Degree Gains International Accreditation
The Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering) Degree recently earned the globally recognised ASIIN accreditation. This degree programme has become the only one in Africa in its field to earn this recognition. Read more
Partners in Renewable Energy
The Namibia Energy Institute (NEI) held a meeting with Virginia Baker who serves as the Global and Sub-Saharan Director for Getenergy Events. Read more
Promoting Internationalisation In Higher Education
Scores of students attended the fifth International Education Day (IED) on the NUST campus, which was held to inform and educate students about the significance of gaining international exposure, and being a well-rounded global citizen. Read more
15 September 2017
Available Scholarships for Prospective Students
For most pupils, financial problems tend to crush or at least delay their dreams of going to their desired institutions of higher learning to pursue their tertiary education as they cannot afford the forever skyrocketing university tuition fees. Read more
Education Should Respond to Industrial Needs
Namibia can only enhance its basic and high-level education and develop a well-educated skilled and innovative labour force if its education responds to the industrial needs. Read more
International Accreditation for Architecture Programmes
The NUST Department of Architecture and Spatial Planning (DASP) has once again been granted unconditional validation status for its Bachelor of Architecture and Bachelor of Architecture Honours programmes. The said Department offers programmes in Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Town and Regional Planning, and Regional and Rural Development. Read more
Lack of Funds Delays Payments – NSFAF
The Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund says it is experiencing problems in the payment of student loans because of a shortage of funds. Read more
Making a Positive Impact on the Economy
More than 15 papers were presented at this year’s Faculty of Management Sciences Research Day. Whilst some of the papers focused on the economic activities of a number of countries, most of the research aimed at making a positive impact on the local economy. Read more
NUST Lecturer Selected To Conduct Research On Mercedes
A Computer Science Lecturer at NUST and alumnus of the Institution, has been selected by Daimler AG in Germany to undertake a PhD degree in Computer Science through the “Mission to Mars” project. Read more
NUST to Celebrate International Education Day
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) is hosting its fifth International Education Day at its campus. Read more
NUST to Certify Oracle Professionals
The Namibia University of Science and Technology is now an authorised Oracle Workforce Development Partner. The Oracle Workforce Development Programme is an Oracle University programme. Read more
Welcome to the Land of the Brave
NUST is hosting international exchange students from the University of Applied Sciences and Art Dortmund, Germany and the Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Finland. Read more
When a Degree Means Nothing
The days when colleges and universities were only accessible to the rich and elite are over. Higher education has become more affordable and a lot of pressure has been put on students to obtain a university qualification in order to find a good job. Read more
31 August 2017
Certification of NUST Lecturers Continues
The second group of 50 NUST lecturers has enrolled for the Institution’s Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE) programme, aimed at advancing pedagogical skills and offering lecturers learning experiences of the highest quality. Read more
Education’s Impact on the Knowledge Economy
The Commonwealth Education Conference was held earlier this week in Windhoek. The event was hosted by the Commonwealth, the University of Namibia (Unam) and the National Council for Higher Education. Read more
Good Rank for Namibia in higher education
Namibia has been ranked among the countries with a high participation in higher education through open and distance learning (tertiary level entrants) on the African continent. Read more
How Schools Are Shaping Minds and Saving Lives in East and Southern Africa
Just as schools are foundational to preparing young people academically, they are also a crucial source in ensuring a student’s health and well-being. Read more
IUM Hosts World Entrepreneurs Day
The privately owned International University of Management (IUM) yesterday joined the rest of the world in commemorating World Entrepreneurs Day with hundreds of students in attendance at the university’s main campus in Dorado Park in Windhoek. Read more
Tech Stations to Accelerate SMME Growth and Drive Economic Development
The National Commission on Research, Science and Technology (NCRST), in collaboration with the Ministry of Industrialization, Trade and SME Development recently hosted representatives from various technology stations in South Africa to discuss how Namibia could benefit from the establishment of technology stations, science parks and innovation hubs to foster technology development, stimulate innovation, and drive economic development. Read more
15 August 2017
Bureaucracy Could Restrain Education Initiative
Stakeholders have expressed concern that bureaucracy could impede the smooth success of the Friends of Education in Namibia Special Initiative (FENSI), which will be centred and administered from Windhoek. Read more
Faculty of IT Designs MyIUM Learning Management System
A technical team of four lecturers and students from the Faculty of Information Technology and Systems Administration is in its final stage of implementing its own designed software, named MyIUM Learning Management System. Read more
IUM Launches PhD by Research Programme
A recent significant landmark in the history of IUM was the official launch of its Research based PhD programme. The programme was launched by Dr. David R. Namwandi, Founder and Chair of the IUM Governing Council. Read more
Let’s Train Plumbers, Electricians and Hairdressers
Higher Education, Training and Innovation Minister Dr Itah Kandjii-Murangi says Namibia would not be able to attain the development goals articulated in Vision 2030 if the country does not train artisans such as builders, auto mechanics, plumbers, electricians and hairdressers who are the people needed to grow the national economy. Read more
Strengthening Research at IUM
IUM recently revamped its Research Department with a revised Research and Consultancy Policy which will be launched soon. The policy provides, among others, details of the research strategy and how research will be managed at the University for the next five (5) years. Read more
15 July 2017
Architecture Students Make Their Mark in the City
Seventy (70) students from the Department of Architecture embarked on a one-week workshop known as the Vertical Studio Programme. The content of the Programme, which was introduced for the first time, goes beyond the scope of the core curriculum that students need to master. Read more
New MBA Students Welcomed
A cohort of 28 Master of Business Administration (MBA) students were inducted into the Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business. Read more
NUST Facilities impresses UNESCO delegates
A delegation of about 30 participants of the recently held United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) workshop called the ‘Women on The Frontier of Science and Innovation in Africa,’ toured the NUST campus. Read more
Petroleum Upstream Seminar
Eighty (80) participants from the academia and industry attended a half-day Petroleum Upstream Seminar initiated by the Centre for Oil and Gas (COG). Read more
Share Best Practices
More than 14 papers were presented at this year’s Research Day for the Faculty of Computing and Informatics (FCI). The Faculty’s research areas are currently focussed on indigenous knowledge, big data, smart and secure environments and digital transformation. Read more
30 June 2017
Funds Shortage Forces Arts College to Cut Courses
More than 150 students from the College of the Arts in Windhoek marched to protest the suspension of four courses because of a lack of funds to pay lecturers. Read more
Our Demands Are Not Met – COTA Students
Disgruntled students at the Namibian College of the Arts (COTA) said the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture has not met their demands made in a petition submitted to the ministry. Read more
The Namibian’s Critical Thinking Competition 2017
The atmosphere was energetic and exciting at the recent Critical Thinking Competition hosted by The Namibian in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture and the Namibia Schools Debating Association (NSDA). And Rundu couldn’t have been prouder. Read more
Venaani Proposes Subsidised Transport for Students
DTA president McHenry Venaani on Tuesday proposed that there must be a subsidised transport programme for tertiary students. Read more
Zambezi Education Foundation Awards Best Achievers
The Zambezi Education Foundation – established last year with the main aim of improving the quality of education in the Zambezi Region – recently awarded certificates, medals and floating trophies to the region’s best achievers who excelled during the 2016 academic year. Read more
15 June 2017
COTA Suspends Courses over Budget Cuts
The Namibian College of the Arts (COTA) is about to can some of its courses, shut classrooms and send home more than 100 registered students in their first and second academic year. Read more
Campus as an Academic Space
When students at the University of Namibia staged their initial demonstration over the alleged delay in the opening of the cafeteria and the old entrance gate earlier this year, one of their notable demands was that the university provides enough study facilities. Read more
Funds Shortage Forces Arts College to Cut Courses
More than 150 students from the College of the Arts in Windhoek marched to protest the suspension of four courses because of a lack of funds to pay lecturers. Read more
NUST Well-Represented at Conference in USA
A cohort of 13 postgraduate students and staff from the Faculty of Computing and Informatics recently attended the Association for Computing Machinery Computer-Human Interaction (ACM CHI 2017) Conference, in the United States of America (USA). Read more
Promoting Multi-Disciplinary Skills Among Women
NUST’s Fabrication Laboratory (FABlab), launched a multi-disciplinary pilot student exchange programme in partnership with the Durban University of Science and Technology ( DUT). The project focuses on female students, with the objective to uplift women in fields that are commonly male-dominated. Read more
Transport and Logistic Society Explores Durban Waters
A group of 63 students from the Faculty of Management Sciences visited the Maritime School of Excellence (MSOE) in Durban, South Africa. Read more
15 May 2017
Education Officials Trained On Media Literacy
Representatives from four regions, being Hardap, Khomas, Omaheke and //Karas attended the workshop. The three-day workshop, which ended on Wednesday, was organised by Unesco, and aims at training senior teachers and librarians on the ability to meaningfully engage the media and information channels in whatever form and technologies they are using. Read more
Kalimbwe Released
UNAM’s SRC leader Joseph Kalimbwe appeared in the Windhoek Magistrate’s Court today and was granted N$1000 bail. Read more
Kavango East Want Colleges of Education Back
The Windhoek, Rundu, Ongwediva and Caprivi education colleges were merged with Unam when government phased out the basic education teaching diploma in 2012 and introduced a compulsory bachelor of education degree. Read more
Ministry of Higher Education, Training and Innovation
Minister of Education, please come to our rescue – we, the trainees of WVTC are tired of going to the centre every day for our Level 3 supplementary results. What is wrong with the NTA? Read more
Ministry of Higher Education, Training and Innovation
Minister of Higher Education, please come and investigate the staff at Gobabis Vocational Training Centre. The offices are always empty and even the phones are never answered. They must rather stay at home if they don’t want to work so that other dedicated people can be employed. Read more
NDF Medical Students Stranded in Russia, Ukraine
Army officers studying medicine in Russia and the Ukraine are financially stranded because their allowances from government have not been paid since March this year. Read more
Student Risk Missing Exams Due to Loan Delay
Some students may not sit for examinations later this month because the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) has not paid or issued award letters. Read more
Unam Students Threaten to Break Into Cafeteria
UNAM had to call the Windhoek City Police on Saturday after some students threatened to break into a cafeteria and the old library to study. Read more
Unam Makes Empty Promises
Expelled Unam student leader Joseph Kalimbwe says the institution’s management has been giving them empty promises, and expelled four of them to silence them. Read more
30 April 2017
Benefits of Technology in Studying
With thousands of gadgets, applications and software surrounding us each and every day, it can be easy sometimes to lose yourself in the digital world. Although many often make known the negative effects of technology, there’s no doubt it enriches many lives and enlightens the ones who make positive use of it. Read more
Entrepreneurship Workshop for the Region
After the successful hosting of the student entrepreneurs programme (SEP) conference in Windhoek on 18 and 19 April, higher education deputy minister Becky Ndjoze-Ojo met governors from the 14 regions to discuss the entrepreneurship regional workshop penciled in for June. Read more
Geingob Engages NUST Graduates
President Hage Geingob yesterday stressed that for Namibia to develop, its citizens should become more innovative, technologically advanced and embrace science and research in a more applied manner. Read more
Geingob Encourages Graduates to become Leaders
All of you must become leaders and opinion makers at home, at work, nationally and internationally. Read more
Geingos Stresses Importance of Education
First Lady Monica Geingos has encouraged student entrepreneurs to distance themselves from corruption at the opening of the two-day Student Entrepreneurs Programme (SEP) organised by the Ministry of Higher Education, Training and Innovation at a resort in Windhoek. Read more
Ghanaian Entrepreneur Inspires Students
Business ideas can be found everywhere but they are meaningless if consumers do not accept them. Read more
15 March 2017
Business Not Contributing Enough to Research
The business sector is contributing a mere 11% to research and development in the country, a figure regarded as being very low. Read more
Ministry of Higher Education, Training and Innovation
The Minister of Higher Education, Training and Innovation, kindly come and visit the Windhoek Vocational Training Centre – when the school reopened. Read more
Re-Thinking Housing and Urbanisation
The second Public Forum on Namibia’s Urban Future was held recently with the aim to provide a cross-institutional platform to explore, analyse and debate urbanization in Namibia. The event, attended by housing and urbanisation experts, as well as the general public, was initiated in 2015 with NUST as the host institution. Read more
The Unending Labyrinth of Exam Failures
We cannot lower the bar or eliminate tests and lie to ourselves that we are actually improving the educational and skills levels of young Namibians. Read more
Vocational Education in Namibia
Vocational education refers to a system or course of study which prepares individuals for jobs that are based on manual or practical activities. Vocational education is non-academic by tradition, it is specifically trade, occupation or vocation oriented. Read more
Women’s Strength in Engineering
Women engineers are achieving and there is no denying it. They are around us, they are strong-willed individuals and their ingenuity keeps them going. They are special women doing prominent things to pave the way for others who want to follow suit. Read more
31 January 2017
IUM on Strategic Re-Alignment
As part of the International University of Management (IUM)’s growth strategy, the privately owned university plans to transform its Swakopmund campus into a Research, Consultancy and Short Course Centre of high repute and construct a regional academic campus in Walvis Bay, which has a larger student population and is better equipped to handle a greater number of students. Read more
Namcol Introduces Block Tuition
As part of its strategy to increase the pass-rate among its learners, the Namibia College of Open Learning (NamcoL) has introduced a block tuition system. Read more
Nanso Threatens Action over High Tuition Fees
The Namibian student organization, Nanso, says should the University of Namibia deny its members access to tertiary education due to high registration and tuition fees, they would not hesitate to act. Read more
NTA Collects N$800m in Training Levy
The Namibia Training Authority collected N$809 million from 2 703 employers at the end of 2016. Addressing the media in Windhoek yesterday, higher education minister, Itah Kandjii-Murangi said 50% of the levy is paid back to employers based on evidence that they had trained their employees. Read more
Orphans’ Opportunity to Apply For Scholarship
Japanese-based organisation, Ashinaga Africa Initiative 2017 and the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund are giving Namibian orphans the opportunity to apply for a scholarship. Read more
Repeaters Advised To Use Private Colleges
The permanent secretary of Education, Arts and Culture Sanet Steenkamp says Grade 10 and 12 repeaters that failed to secure space at Namcol can also make use of private learning institutions. Read more
Tertiary Institutions Urged To Comply With Admission Criteria
There is a general concern that some of the institutions of higher learning in the country are lowering their admission criteria, a situation seen by many as compromising the quality of education and ultimately undermining the requirements of the job market. Read more
Thousands to Miss Out on Namcol
The dreams of thousands of young people hoping to repeat Grade 12 this year will be dashed, because Namcol is unable to register all the people that failed to obtain the necessary grades for entry to tertiary institutions. Read more
Veya Opens Doors to NUST Interns
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) has signed an agreement with Veya Information Technologies whereby the latter will accommodate students through a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) programme.
Vocational Education Graduate Establishes Thriving Firm
Ongwediva-Vocational education has birthed a Namibian company that currently employs 180 salaried workers. The firm called Water Engineering Africa has its headquarters in Ongwediva – however its areas of operation are not only confined to the north but spread throughout the country. Read more
VTCs Offer Much-Needed Skills
Simeon Haihambo, the Swapo Party Youth League (SPYL) secretary for education, pioneer movement and culture, is encouraging learners who could not secure places in Grade 11 and tertiary institutions to enrol at various vocational centres across the country. Read more
Whose Curriculum, and for Whom?
Our country is again thrust into the debate about what is wrong with our education system after the release of Grade 10 and Grade 12 examination results. Read more
15 November 2016
Distance Learning an Affordable Option
As technology has changed, so has the definition of distance learning, videotaped lectures or audio tapes have been used in tertiary education around the world for many years. Read more
Huge Recognition for NQA Boss
The head of the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA) Franz Gertze has been selected to serve on the board of directors of an international organisation with a 280-strong membership and which deals with the practice of quality assurance in higher education. Read more
Namibia Signs Agreement with Belarus
Namibia and Belarus have agreed to exchange information on technological, financial, educational, training and scientific capabilities. Read more
Technology Vital For Cultural Heritage
The Minister of Information and Technology, has appealed to government, academia, civil society partners and local communities to work together to ensure that Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is applied to the cultural and creative sectors to contribute to more effective and sustainable development programmes in Namibia. Read more
University Not Only the Road to Education
Education comes in many forms, but here in Namibia we all still aspire to attending some form of tertiary education. The University of Namibia (Unam) and the Namibian University of Science and Technology (NUST) of course spring to mind. Read more
31 October 2016
China-Trained Clinical Medicine Students Return
The first eight medical students who completed their studies in clinical medicine in China with funding from the Namibia-China Loving Heart Organisation (NCLHO), have returned home to serve their country. Read more
Distance Learning Has Massive Potential
Open and distance learning (ODL) has the potential to contribute and positively impact the lives of many Namibians, as it grants learners access to quality education especially those in remote areas. Read more
Gain Work Experience with the CATS Programme
Imagine that after four long years, you have finally gotten your degree. Your course, however, has not allowed you any internship training and the job you’re looking for requires three years of experience in the job market. So what next? Read more
Higher Education Is ‘Not a Privilege’
The DTA has criticised the government and the University of Namibia following student protest that disrupted exams for two days. Read more
Just Pay Up, Minister Tells Students
It has become a habit for students not to pay. They wait until the last two weeks, and hope that we will allow them to write the exams. But the institution can only render quality education if they pay. Read more
Private University in the Pipeline
Plans to set up a private university through a joint venture next year in Windhoek are being kept under wraps, as negotiations with international universities are said to be underway. Read more
Unam Southern Campus Records Growth
The Unam Southern Campus is the university’s fastest-growing campus and is currently ranked 5th out of the 12 Unam campuses in terms of student enrolment. Read more
Student Leader Advises Fellows to Prepare Well
23-year-old student at the University of Namibia (Unam), Kun-Hilde Imvula, is advising fellow students to study hard in preparation for the final examinations. Read more
Student Nurses Demand Payment of Study Loans
Irate students from Oshakati Regional Health Training Centre say their unemployed and lowly paid parents are forced to borrow money to pay their tuition fees because their study loans have not been paid. Read more
Tertiary Fees Time Bomb Ticks
Since South African students took to the streets to demonstrate against university fees, there have been mixed feelings as far as the students’ action is concern. Read more
The State of Education in Namibia
It has been a whirlwind of a year for Namibia in terms of education. Thanks to the #FeesMustFall movement in South Africa, outrage was felt in the heart of Namibian students as they protested over fees in the #VarsityLockdown struggle earlier this year, in part leading to the teacher’s strike recently. Read more
30 September 2016
Best Uukule Learner Says Learning Is Simple and Easy
Although the road to knowledge may have obstacles, learning is simple and easy, says the best learner at Uukule Senior Secondary School in the Onyaanya Constituency of Oshikoto Region, Martha Amunyela. Read more
PM Calls for Courageous Graduates
The Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila has urged International University of Management students to remain courageous and strong, as they face the challenge of breaking into the job market, after graduating. Read more
Namibia Rises One Place in Competitiveness
Access to financing, followed by an inadequately educated workforce and inefficient government bureaucracy, are listed in the report as the most problematic factors for doing business in Namibia. Read more
NCHE Received an International Star Award for Quality
The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) in Geneva, Switzerland, received an International Star Award for Quality in the Gold Category from the Spain-based Business Initiative Directions (BID) for Commitment to Quality, Leadership, Technology and Innovation in pursuit of excellence. Read more
Search for Stand-in Teachers is Illegal-Labour Expert Warns the Government
The government’s attempt to replace striking teachers is unlawful and could incite anger and violence, says labour expert. Read more
Students Shine at World skills
The overall winner of the WorldSkills Namibia competition might be going to study in South Korea at one of the technical colleges there, sponsored by the South Korean government, on an all-expenses paid basis for three years. Read more
You Have Until Today – Teachers Warn
Teachers in Khomas Region yesterday vented their anger over what they termed ‘delaying tactics’ by government regarding their wage demands, and have given their employer until today to finalise the strike rules. Read more
15 September 2016
242 Artisans Graduate from RVTC
The Rundu Vocational Training Centre on Friday awarded certificates to 242 graduates, who successfully completed their training in various technical trades, enabling them to become skilled workmen. Read more
Bogus Training Institutions to Face the Music
The Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA) and the line ministry is in the process of amending one of its Acts which will make accreditation compulsory for institutions offering training courses and unrecognised qualifications to students. Read more
Engineer Refuses To Supervise Black Trainee
A registered engineer, told trainee engineer that he will not supervise her because she is black and the government wants to drive out whites from the country. Read more
Ministry Won’t Bail Out Unam Defaulters
The Ministry of Higher Education, Training and Innovation says it will not overrule the University of Namibia’s plan to bar students who owe money from writing exams. Read more
Monique Kröhne on The Road to Harvard
Finding the right university can be a difficult task, especially if the institution of your choice does not have the course you are looking for. Read more
Revised Education Act to be Tabled Soon
This comes after the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture reviewed the Education Act of 2001 to harmonise it with the latest developments and current needs of the education system. Read more
Tjivikua on NUST’s Role in Technical Education
University of Science and Technology (NUST) vice-chancellor, says there is a need to train instructors in technical education didactics for the effective transfer of skills. Read more
University of Namibia Opens Campus Expansion Contest
The University of Namibia (UNAM) has launched an open international competition to expand its Katima Mulilo campus. Read more
Will You Lose Your Job To A Robot?
The fields of arts and science may end up as the last bastions of human occupations, as new technologies render certain jobs obsolete. Read more
31 August 2016
NUST to Host Second Programming Contest
New ground was explored when the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST)’s Faculty of Computing and Informatics hosted an exciting two-day programming competition. Read more
Unam Students Learn About Road Safety
The National Road Safety Council (NRSC) and the University of Namibia (Unam) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a view to raising awareness about road safety among students and to benefit road safety institutions through the research support of tertiary institutions. Read more
Vocational Training Enjoys Emphasis
Central to the development agenda of developing countries is the strengthening and capacity building of technical and vocational education and training. Read more
31 July 2016
Lock the Board Chairmen Up
There were media reports of N$2 million that was ‘found’ to be missing from the Marine Resources Fund. Read more
More NUST Programmes Accredited
NUST received Certificates of Accreditation for eight programmes from the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) in consultation with the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA). Read more
Namibia Must Improve on Education and Training
In light of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and UNESCO delegations visiting the country, the Windhoek Observer’s recently had a one on one interview with the Head of Office and Representative of UNESCO to Namibia, to touch base on the mission’s findings. Read more
NCHE Lauded for Critical Development Role
The critical role played by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) in the country’s development was once again emphasised last week, when the quality assurance body awarded certificates of registration to six private higher education institutions in Windhoek. Read more
Training In White Meat Production
The love for white meat and the prevailing drought has pushed retired teacher Amon Uiseb to start a company with the hope of training Namibians in pig, chicken and aquaculture farming. Read more
15 July 2016
Govt Rescues Engineers
The government has directed three ministries to facilitate the placement of engineering graduates and students for internships which will be paid by the state. Read more
Marginalised Students Perform Poorly at Tertiary Level
The Deputy Minister of Marginalised Communities, has expressed concern over the poor performance of students from marginalised communities at tertiary institutions. Read more
Namport Opens Purse to Fund 25 Tertiary Students
Namibia, according to Vision 2030, will transition into an industrialised and globally competitive country offering equal opportunity and realising its maximum growth potential in a sustainable manner, with improved quality of life for all Namibians. Read more
30 June 2016
Kandjii-Murangi Tackles NSFAF Woes
The Ministry of Higher Education, Training and Innovation is set to meet with the management of the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) to discuss the reported infighting and power struggles at the institution. Read more
Loan Holders Left Stranded in Russia
About 50 Namibian students in Russia have been left stranded with no means of returning home after completing their studies, and face deportation to their home country. Read more
Namibia Higher Education Gets Reviewed
The country whose population is just above 2.2 million still has a vast shortage of skills needed to deal with poverty and inequalities largely because the education being offered does not prepare the graduates for real life situations. Read more
NSFAF Lost Data While Relocating
Higher education minister said the beleaguered Namibian Students’ Financial Assistance Fund could have lost data files while relocating to the new premises. Read more
NUST to Host Indian IT Centre
The Namibia University of Science and Technology will host the centre of excellence on information technology which will soon be set up by the Indian government. Read more
Unam Fires Deputy Dean
The University of Namibia has dismissed its deputy dean of students following a drawn-out suspension over alleged irregularities. Read more
15 June 2016
IUM and NCCI Talk to Tackle Skills Gaps
In attempt to fill the plug in the existing gaps in the labour market in order to produce demand-driven graduates, the International University of Management (IUM) and the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry met to explore ways in which the two institutions can collaborate. Read more
Notes from Educators’ Conference
The challenges facing our education system are real and daunting. But the experience was electric and inspiring. And the presentations and discussions were far-reaching. Read more
No Refunds for NSFAF Students
Beneficiaries of the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) have never received refunds. Read more
NSFAF Bosses Hit the Jackpot
The Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) board members who were appointed in January last year have been claiming sitting fees like never before. Read more
NUST Opens Online Radio Station
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) recently opened its online radio station, NUST FM, to serve as a source of information and entertainment for its students and host communities. Read more
15 May 2016
Govt to Assist Graduates Get Jobs
Prime Minister has expressed government’s commitment to ensure graduates in the country are absorbed into the labour market. Read more
Government to Help 3 000 Under-Qualified Teachers
The Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture has introduced measures to help elevate unqualified and underqualified teachers currently on its books to start with tailor-made in-service training to help them upgrade their credentials. Read more
HP Unam Campus ‘Now Safe For Students’
The University of Namibia’s Hifikepunye Pohamba campus in Ongwediva, which was one of the focal areas of concern for operation, is now considered safe. Read more
NSFAF in Deeper Trouble
An independent auditing firm, PricewaterhouseCoopers, says the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund failed to provide documents to verify the loans and scholarships they issued. Read more
NSFAF Explains Changes to Payments System
The Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund has a new payment system because the old system gave problems. Read more
NUST Makes Progress with Student Debt
Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) says no student whose accounts are in arrears by end of June will be allowed to write examinations. Read more
Unam to Introduce School of Architecture
The University of Namibia (Unam) is in the process of setting up a School of Architecture. Read more
30 April 2016
Conservation Research Station Opened at Impalila
The University of Namibia (Unam) Katima Mulilo campus on Monday launched a biodiversity conservation and tourism development research project station at the Impalila Island. Read more
Fewer Graduate from Unam at Katima
Katima Mulilo Unam Campus registered its lowest number of graduates in recent years, as only 45 students – both in upper and lower primary degree courses. Read more
Higher Education to be Reviewed
Higher education minister said they are reviewing the technical, vocational and training components of the higher education system in Namibia. Read more
NSFAF Cannot Account for Billions
The latest Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund audit report shows that the institution failed to account for more than N$2,7 billion between 2009 and 2010. Read more
Nam Student Designs Reusable Menstrual Cup
It is estimated that some girls in Africa miss up to 10% of their education due to menstruation because they don’t have access to the right items to make them feel clean and comfortable. Read more
NUST to Help Solve Water and Sanitation Problems
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Seecon International GMBH. Read more
Unam Gets Land to Expand Katima Campus
The Katima Mulilo Town Council has donated land to the University of Namibia for the institution to expand its campus. Read more
Unam Produces First−Ever Medical Doctors
The graduation of the first locally trained doctors is a declaration to the world that Namibia is slowly but surely moving away from being dependent on other countries’ expertise. Read more
15 April 2016
136 Namibians Pursue Vocational Training in SADC
Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) has finally made it possible for students who did not obtain university admission grades in Grade 12 and those with Grade 10 to receive technical and vocational fields in other SADC countries. Read more
A Job or University?
In most cases, the consequences of our decisions are unpredictable if we do not evaluate and analyse the results of our decisions in the long term. Read more
NUST First Graduation Later This Month
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) will soon have its first graduation ceremony where over 1 000 students will graduate with qualifications from various faculties. Read more
NUST to Recover Student Debts
Following a students’ victory in January against the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) over registration and tuition fees this year that saw student registering for free, NUST has now started debt recovery from students with the end of April as deadline. Read more
Questionable Bursary Funding
Namibians are largely involved in self-enriching scandals and the awarding of educational loans this year was biased. Read more
Unam Downplays Library Flood Damage
The University of Namibia (Unam) has dismissed reports that a water leakage in the library at its main campus caused considerable damage to books and computers. Read more
1 April 2016
Amukoto Advises Fellows to Take Education Serious
One of the smartest students at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), is advising all young people to pay more attention to their studies as education is the key to success. Read more
Aspiring Medical Student Appeals for Funding
The future of a young Namibian man looks bleak as he struggles to raise funds for his studies at a medical school in Russia. Read more
Logistics Research Seminar Series Launched
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) based Namibian-German Centre for Logistics (NGCL) launched a research seminar series this week as part of its drive to join global university rankings. Read more
15 March 2016
NUST on Autopilot
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) has been without a council for more than four months, thereby making vice chancellor very powerful. Read more
Youth Seek Prime Minister’s Help
SIX Namibian graduates from a Cuban university yesterday told Prime Minister that they cannot find jobs. Read more
29 February 2016
Haufiku on Issues confronting UNAM
The University of Namibia (Unam), the largest public tertiary institution in Namibia, has of late been involved in various issues ranging from student protests, appointments of locals into leadership jobs, as well as axing some of its senior officials for alleged tender fraud. Read more
Out of Protocol – Fees Must Fall
NAMIBIAN academic institutions and our higher education establishment would do well to learn the lessons of the ‘Fees Must Fall’ protests in South Africa. Read more
15 February 2016
IUM Launch Centre for Institutional Improvement and Performance
A new Centre for Institutional Improvement and Performacne (CIIP) has opened at the International University of Management (IUM) to meet the growing demand for quality executive and professional training locally. Read more
Nampower Awards 21 Bursaries
As a responsible corporate citizen NamPower contributes immensely to the education of young Namibians. The allocation of new bursaries annually forms part of NamPower’s contribution and commitment to the education sector. Read more
Southern Campus Ready for First Graduates
Six students will this year become the first graduates of Unam Southern campus since its inception in 2014. Read more
Unam Warns Students
The University of Namibia’s vice chancellor, has threatened to expel any student who dares to undemocratically lock down the campus. Read more
January 2016
Govt Clarifies Tertiary Education Fees
Higher Education Minister has clarified that tertiary education in Namibia is not yet free, despite the decision last week to allow university students to register without having to pay a fee. Read more
Grade 12 Results Show 10% Drop in University Admissions
It also shows that the performance, if measured against Namibia’s Fourth National Development Plan (NDP4) desired outcome number two which aims for the increase in the percentage of learners meeting admission requirements to universities on 25 points. Read more
Major Boost for Fablab from USA
The sponsorship, which consists of two commercial licenses and ten educational licenses of a software programme known as SolidWorks, was facilitated by Alex Zavatone who had taught an IOS development course at NUST during late last year. Read more
New Year Ushers in New Higher Education Funding Formula
Namibian higher education funding will be based on a new formula from the 2016-17 academic year. The country now calculates operational funds based on the number of courses, which translate into credit units, for which a student is registered. Read more
No Reprieve for Failed English Students
Learners with an E Symbol in Grade 12 English should not be denied an opportunity to further their studies at tertiary institutions, Education, Arts and Culture Ministry Permanent Secretary Sanet Steenkamp has said. Read more
NUST Students Still Have To Pay
Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) Vice Chancellor Professor Tjama Tjivikua yesterday said the university’s registration fees of N$3 500 have not been scrapped, as widely believed, and must be settled before students sit for exams in June. Read more
UNAM Directed To Register Students Unable To Pay
The Minister of Higher Education, Training and Innovation has directed the University of Namibia (Unam) to allow students to register for the 2016 academic year without having paid a registration fee, specifically those unable afford it. Read more
Students Demo Hits Unam Northern Campus
Operations at the Hifikepunye Pohamba Unam Campus at Ongwediva ground to a halt when students demonstrated against paying registration fees. Read more
December 2015
No University Fee Increase
The Ministry of Higher Education, Training and Innovation has said that it is unaware of proposals to increase tuition fees at the country’s two biggest universities, the University of Namibia (UNAM) and the newly-renamed University of Science and Technology (UST) previously known as the Polytechnic of Namibia, next year. Read more
NTA, GIZ Set to Address Skills Shortage
In the hope of addressing the skills shortage in the country, the Namibia Training Authority and the German Corporation for International Cooperation (GIZ) signed a Promotion of Vocational Education and Training (ProVET) agreement. Read more
Teachers need better training in vernaculars
The Secretary-General of the Namibia National Teachers’ Union (Nantu) says the education ministry should equip teachers who teach first languages with the right resources. Read more
UNAM Increases Fees
Hot on the heels of violent protests in neighbouring South Africa over university fee hikes, the University of Namibia has announced that come registration 2016, their fees will increase by 7,5%. Read more
November 2015
Geingob orders PM to Sort out Polytechnic The President has instructed Prime Minister to sort out the problems afflicting the leadership of the Polytechnic of Namibia Council. Read more
International Relations Strengthened at NUST Delegations from Germany’s Justus Liebig University (JLU) and South Africa’s North West University (NWU) visited NUST recently to strengthen relations between the three institutions. Read more
NUST Council Booted Out Minister of Higher Education, Training and Innovation has informed members of The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) Council that their term of office will come to an end this month. Read more
Students Should Study and Struggle The vision of that global institution for the African continent is rather a network of privately-owned community colleges instead of universities. Read more
October 2015
Defying the Odds For years now there has been a lot of debate about which tertiary education institution is the best in Namibia. Read more
Government Needs Fixed Funding System Polytechnic of Namibia students might pay 10% more in fees during 2016. In the same vein their counterparts at the University of Namibia could face a fee hike of 15% next year. Read more
Namibia Should Take #FeesMustFall Seriously Namibian academic institutions and the Namibian government would do well to learn the lessons of these #FeesMustFall protests. Read more
Now Unam Wants 15% The Office of the Bursar at the University of Namibia has proposed a 15% increase in student fees for the 2016 academic year. News of the proposed fee hike comes hot on the heels of violent protests in neighbouring South Africa, which saw students taking to the streets to oppose a 10.5% fee hike proposed by universities in that country. Read more
The PhD Rule – A Move in the Right Direction They will not be allowed to stand in front of university students without earned PhD degrees come 2017. Read more
The 20% Solution The recent announcement by President Hage Geingob that he will donate 20 percent of his salary to scholarships and bursaries for students strikes a disheartening chord. Read more
Unam, an Institution in Transition The University of Namibia (Unam) may probably not be the best in the world but it is the best institution in our own context. Read more
September 2015
Graduating from University with Debt For the majority of tertiary students, the loans they take through the Namibia Student Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) [and other private loans] actually provide them opportunities which they otherwise would not have to afford their education. Read more
August 2015
Polytechnic Council Needs Help Minister of Higher Education, Innovation and Training says that ministers need to apply their minds when selecting council or board members of academic institutions. Read more
Unam to Lay Off 14 Workers The University of Namibia is undergoing a restructuring exercise that will see 14 workers from the external studies department losing their jobs. Read more
July 2015
Bursaries and Scholarships Available Now For some pupils who are in high school, it is difficult to think of attending a university when finances get in the way. With the rising costs of tertiary education every year, many are forced to abandon their hopes of wearing their first-ever graduation gowns and receiving their degrees in front of their parents and lecturers. Read more
Kraatz Goes Hi-tech With Welding Education Kraatz Marine says it invested more than N$500,000 into the procurement of a welding simulator and other equipment to take welding education and skills development to the next level. Read more
July is Distance Education Month for Southern Business School Southern Business School Namibia is bringing extra focus to higher education in Namibia by providing easy access to prospective students to register for their higher education qualifications in three locations in Namibia. Read more
Vocational Training Key to Economic Growth Higher education, training and innovation minister says technical and vocational training is the main driver for the growth of the national economy. Read more
June 2015
Bill Drags Out Polytech Transformation The renaming and subsequent rebranding of the Polytechnic of Namibia will only take place once the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) Bill has been signed into law by the president. Only then will the Polytechnic change its name and status officially. Read more
Kandjii-Murangi Backs UNAM Merger Minister of higher education Itah Kandjii-Murangi says the merging of the four Unam education colleges was introduced to produce quality teachers and will remain in operation. Read more
MAY 2015
The Case for Science Advice It is inconceivable for any government to propose qualitatively-different public policies and approaches to development without access to independent and credible science advice. Science advice is not only of arterial importance to public policy formation and review, but integral to the construct of the knowledge economy itself. Read more
April 2015
Higher Education Needs Transformation The Minister of Higher Education, Training and Innovation, says higher education needs transformation through transparency. Read more
N$1,2m to improve qualifications of lecturers Reports revealed that over N$1,2 million was spent on improving the qualifications of lecturers at the Polytechnic of Namibia as well as the University of Namibia. Read more
March 2015
Namwandi Warns Fly-By-Night Education Institutions Education minister David Namwandi has warned unrecognised educational institutions both locally and abroad that are trying to dilute the Namibian education system that they will be dealt with. Read more
Higher Education Advanced in China The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Namibia and his team have just returned from China after a month-long visit where they took part in seminars on higher education. Read more
Rodney Saul Wins a Year of Free Education at SBS Southern Business School (SBS) Namibia, Omulunga Radio and Fresh FM joined forces in hosting an on-air competition where one lucky winner stood the chance of walking away with a year of free higher education. Read more
UNAM’s Case Against Pomuti Flops Suspended University of Namibia’s Director for the University Central Consultancy Bureau (UCCB) will likely be reinstated in his position after investigations into his alleged misconduct fell flat. Read more
SANORD Conference in Namibia 1-3 December 2015 SANORD (Southern African-Nordic Centre) and the Polytechnic of Namibia (PoN) are proud to announce the next SANORD conference that will be held in Windhoek, Namibia, from 1- 3 December, 2015. Read more
FEBRUARY 2015
New Funding Measures for Tertiary Institutions The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) will oversee the funding formula through the Higher Education Management Information System (HEMIS) that will collect data from all tertiary institutions for computing the estimated subsidies. Read more
Biannual Student Intakes Not Feasible The country’s leading tertiary institutions have dismissed calls for them to have two student intakes a year citing inadequate funding from the government. This is despite the fact that the Ministry of Education received the biggest chunk of the national budget last year. Read more
JANUARY 2015
Teachers Urged to Work Hard Teachers are reminded that, as public servants, they are duty-bound to give value to public money through commitment to their teaching profession. Read more
The State of Funding Higher Education Education is definitely one of the principal means available to foster a deeper and more harmonious form of human progress and development. Read more
Be Careful With Bogus Institution, NQA Warns Namibian Qualification Authority has urged Namibian Students to think carefully before enrolling with higher education institutions to avoid registering with bogus establishments. Read more
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