Higher Education Minister Emphasizes Role of Education and Innovation in Namibia’s Economic Transformation

Higher Education Minister Emphasizes Role of Education and Innovation in Namibia’s Economic Transformation

Minister of Higher Education, Training, and Innovation, Itah Kandjii-Murangi, highlighted the pivotal role of developing professional and technical human resources, along with investing in research, science, technology, and innovation infrastructure, as essential elements for the transformation of Namibia's economy. Speaking at a high-level tertiary education funding budget review dinner in the capital, Kandjii-Murangi underscored the significance of focusing on Namibia's youth, constituting 60% of the population, emphasizing the need for […]

March 8, 2024 39

Namibia

President Geingob went knowing the truth: Kandjii-Murangi

Higher Education, Training, and Innovation Minister, Dr Itah Kandjii-Murangi, said former President Hage Geingob could not dismiss her for alleged corruption because he was aware of the facts. Kandjii-Murangi withstood calls last year for her resignation and dismissal following media reports that she was unduly paid in subsistence and travel allowances (S&T). It was alleged that the minister used her political muscle to coerce state-owned institutions under her authority to […]

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