insert_link Opinion Pieces Bridging the Artificial Intelligence Skills Gap: Equipping Namibia’s Workforce for a Digital Future Wednesday, 6 November 2024 - We are living in a world of rapid change. Artificial intelligence is continuously changing how we do our jobs, and Namibians need to upskill to adapt to the changes stemming from this transformation. AI is no longer something of the future; it's very real and very present in today's work environments, which, especially in fields such as financial services, are heavily reliant on the automation of […] todayNovember 6, 2024 6
insert_link Local IOL ACHIEVES MAJOR MILESTONE WITH NCHE AUDIT COMPLETION AND LAUNCHES NEW ACADEMIC ADVISORY BOARD The Institute for Open Learning (IOL) proudly announces the successful completion and implementation of its Institutional Audit Improvement Process, as confirmed by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE). Following an in-depth review of IOL’s audit improvement report and supporting documents, the NCHE has officially approved the progress made, acknowledging IOL’s dedication to maintaining high-quality standards in open and distance learning. In a letter dated 14 October 2024, NCHE […] todayNovember 4, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Oshikoto Region Recognizes Urgent Need to Prioritize Art Education Ester Leonard, head of the lifelong learning division in Oshikoto's Directorate of Education, Arts, and Culture, stresses the vital role of art in learners’ development. The directorate is conducting school visits to understand challenges faced by art teachers, leading up to a workshop later this year. Leonard highlights widespread neglect of art education in the region, despite it being a subject up to Grade 7, with many teachers lacking expertise […] todayMay 13, 2024 22