Although Namibia’s education system has made great strides in the past 30 years, the sector is still facing challenges. A lack of basic school infrastructure and crowded classes are some of the bottlenecks compromising education for all and optimum outcomes. Presenting challenges faced by the Erongo Education Directorate, its director, Ernfriede Stephanus, said the region […]
Tanzania’s visiting Deputy Prime Minister Doto Mashaka Biteko has urged students at the Triumphant College in Windhoek to ensure that Africa stops importing goods and instead focuses on manufacturing items themselves. “Africa should not be the recipient of recipes and prescriptions but should be part of the process to improve the livelihood on our continent.” […]
The Students Union of Namibia (SUN) swore in its newly elected National Executive Committee today, with Bishop Katenda presiding over the ceremony. The new leadership aims to drive student advocacy and promote sustainable growth in Namibia’s education system under the theme “Empowering Students for a Sustainable Future in a Dynamic World.” The newly elected leaders […]
The Deputy Minister of Education, Arts, and Culture, Faustina Caley, says the Universal Education Grant (UEG) will be increased from N$200 to N$300 per learner for pre-primary and primary schools, and from N$300 to N$400 per learner for secondary schools. However, Caley says the increase in funds also needs to strengthen schools’ financial controls. Speaking […]
The Deputy Minister of Education, Arts, and Culture, Faustina Caley, has called on schools to utilise their funds for the intended purposes. Caley spoke at the Otjozondjupa Regional Education Directorate’s state of education consultative meeting at Otjiwarongo. The platoon systems, shortage of qualified teachers, especially in Indigenous languages, and lack of new teaching and learning […]
Team Namibia is ready and promises to give its all for the 47th World Skills Competition, to be held in Lyon, France, next month. President Nangolo Mbumba sent off the team, urging them to be careful in their conduct. The team is made up of 14 competitors selected from the different vocational training centres across […]
The International University of Management’s (IUM) Annual Cultural Festival commenced today under the theme “Echoes of the Past: Embracing Our Diverse Cultures.” The event aims to highlight the importance of preserving cultural heritage and practices, as well as recognising various cultural influences that contribute to the country’s shared experience. The cultural festival brought together students […]
The landscape of education is changing rapidly as new technologies emerge. Therefore, continuous professional development ensures that teachers are not just keeping pace but leading the way. The Minister of Education, Arts, and Culture, Anna Nghipondoka, made the remarks during the opening of the three-day Namibia National Teachers Union’s (NANTU) 12th National Congress held at […]
The Director of Education for the Kavango East Region, Cristine Shilima, highlighted the academic challenges faced by learners from underprivileged households. She noted that these students often struggle to complete their studies due to socio-economic hardships. Shilima made these remarks during the Ndiyona Circuit Teachers’ Conference, which focused on the theme, The Effects of Socio-Economic and […]
The Manager of TVET Standards at the Namibia Training Authority is concerned over the education system’s treatment of informal and non-formal education. Amon Haufiku said this at a recent regional stakeholder consultation in Windhoek, which focused on developing learning pathways for the technical and vocational education and training sector. Haufiku finds fault with the systemic […]
