insert_link Dr. Sam Nujoma Education Ministry Suspends Classes for Nujoma Tribute The Education, Arts and Culture ministry has confirmed that all schools will be closed on tomorrow. The 28 February closure is to allow students to take part in the memorial service honoring Founding President, Sam Nujoma. Executive Director Sanet Steenkamp shared the update. today27 February, 2025
insert_link Namibia Education Ministry Responds to Allegations of Favoritism in National Exams The Education ministry's Director,Edda Bohn, addressed concerns over top-performing students being related to senior staff, confirming their strong academic history. In a statement, she reassured the public that national exams were conducted with strict rules, with audits ensuring transparency. today20 January, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Jessy Tuna Abraham on the Namibia National Students Organization’s (NANSO) Efforts for Educational Progress November 14, 2024 By Leonard Witbeen In an insightful conversation with Miss Jessy Tuna Abraham, the National Executive Council Spokesperson of the Namibia National Students Organization (NANSO), she shared updates on the organization's ongoing efforts to address some of the critical challenges facing the Namibian education system. This year, NANSO has taken a proactive approach to not only assess the state of education in the country but to also […] today15 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia Classroom Shortages Persist Despite Government Efforts Despite the construction of 2,065 classrooms since 2019, with some still incomplete, regions across the country continue to face severe classroom shortages. The government has built 1,561 classrooms to date, with 474 more under construction. Reports indicate that according to UNICEF’s 2023/24 education brief, the country faces a shortage of over 4,400 classrooms. Ohangwena's regional education director, Isak Hamatwi, highlighted that the region alone needs around 400 additional classrooms to […] today15 October, 2024
insert_link Namibia Education Ministry condemns Minna Sachs protest The parents of learners at Minna Sachs Primary School on Monday took action by blocking the school gates today. They are protesting what they claim to be the unfair and procedural appointment of the new school principal. The Executive Director of the Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture, Sanet Steenkamp, has condemned the development, describing it as unacceptable. "It is with utter dismay and a deep sense of disappointment that […] today22 July, 2024
insert_link Namibia Ministry of Education welcomes 2024 academic year The Education Ministry is excited about the 2024 school year. Director Sanet Steenkamp wants teachers to focus on their learning and improvement. She also asked parents and teachers to work together. today15 January, 2024
