Members of Parliament in the National Assembly have called on the government to allocate ample resources to the education sector to foster excellence on par with private schools. Members in this regard also expressed concern about the revised curriculum, noting its failure to accommodate everyone. PDM’s Charmaine Tjirare advocated for the removal of the new […]
The Trade Union Congress of Namibia (TUCNA) says despite the high rate of unemployment in the country, the 2024–2025 budget failed to make provision for employment creation. Secretary General of TUCNA Mahongora Kavihuha says the government needs to play an active role in both the economy and employment creation. “In this whole book, there is […]
From being a gang leader to a free man, arguably Namibia’s most renowned inmate, Ninja, is released from prison. This is after 25 years locked inside the Windhoek Correctional Facility. Having completed his sentence for murder, Paulus Shimweefeleni commended staff at the Windhoek correctional facility for helping him become the changed man he claims to […]
Namibia seeks to propel itself in the realm of space science, technology, and innovation. Higher Education Minister Dr. Itah Kandjii-Murangi on Wednesday announced a six-member Space Science Council. The Council will advise the National Commission on Research, Science, and Technology (NCRST) on space science and technology-related matters. The main function of the Council is to […]
University of Namibia (UNAM) Chancellor Dr. Nangolo Mbumba has emphasised the need for education funding to be put to good use to deliver the desired results. Dr. Mbumba was speaking at the official launch of the UNAM Foundation brand and fundraising project. Textbook shortages, infrastructure deficiencies, and quality of lecturing, curricula, and education aids are […]
In an effort to ensure that Namibia is ready to develop its green hydrogen industry and related human resources capabilities, Namibians are awarded scholarships to learn, conduct research, and upskill. This programme was designed to ensure the output of trained Namibians who are fit for the Green Hydrogen Energy Project. The six-month mobility programme is […]
The Namibia Broadcasting Corporation (nbc) has been commended for its collaboration and engagement with regional broadcasters. Its role during the mourning period for the death of the late President Hage Geingob became more pronounced when regional and international broadcasters across Africa and the world had to take its feed to broadcast to their people. The […]
Parents who have their children enrolled at the Ndama East School, which is regarded as an illegal school in the Kavango East Region, refused to move their children to the newly constructed Ndama South Primary School. Concerned parents and community advocates rejected the directive from the Kavango Education Directorate to enrol their children at the […]
Work-integrated learning programmes, or internships, are more than just a phase in a student’s academic journey; they are a transformative experience that provides students with real-world exposure and opportunities to apply classroom knowledge in a practical setting. These were the sentiments shared at the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement between the University of Namibia, […]
The leader of the Landless People’s Movement, Bernadus Swartbooi, says Rundu is in a deplorable state. During a media conference, the party leadership raised a number of concerns, mainly related to the town’s infrastructure and land. “Rundu is the second largest human settlement in Namibia. Given the population numbers and the growing population rates, there […]
