insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Concerns Raised at Nursing Training Institute of Technology Over Leadership and Student Welfare Photo: NTIT Facebook Page A wave of concern has emerged at the Nursing Training Institute of Technology (NTIT) in Windhoek, as students and an anonymous source allege serious issues regarding the institute’s management and its adherence to regulatory standards. According to the source, NTIT is facing questions over its student registration process, the recording of clinical hours, and the allocation of funds earmarked for student uniforms. “There are strict […] today14 November, 2025
Interview Transcripts Interview: NANSO at 41: Redefining Radicalism for a New Generation KAVANGO EAST — Dorthea Nangolo, President of the National Students Organisation (NANSO), says this year’s 41st anniversary celebrations offered a critical moment for the student movement to reflect on its identity and mission four decades after its founding. Speaking at the weekend event in Kavango East, Nangolo explained that the theme, ‘Redefining Radicalism and Consciousness in Student Leadership’, was chosen to question whether radicalism today should look the same […] today8 July, 2025
insert_link Namibia UNAM Streamlines Degrees to Boost Graduate Prospects In a major academic reform, the University of Namibia has transitioned to a three-year undergraduate degree structure, moving away from the four-year honours format. The move, implemented in 2023, aligns the university with international education norms and supports graduates in pursuing postgraduate studies and employment. UNAM’s Simon Namesho highlights the change as key to addressing youth unemployment. today8 July, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: NANSO President Dorthea Nangola Calls for Inclusion of Students in Free Tertiary Education Task Force Dorthea Nangola, President of the National Students Organization (NANSO), has expressed deep disappointment over the exclusion of students from the government’s task force that is crafting the roadmap for free tertiary education. In a statement, Nangola stressed that without direct student involvement, the task force cannot fully understand or address the real needs of learners. Nangola explained that NANSO has long championed free tertiary education, including proposing a comprehensive education […] today27 June, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: NANSO Raises Alarm Over Inequality and Neglect in Government Schools The National Students Organization (NANSO) has voiced serious concerns about the unequal distribution of resources and lack of timely interventions in Namibia’s public schools. Dorthea Nangola, NANSO President, said the education system’s current approach leaves many schools struggling, particularly as national exam results are only analysed mid-year — too late to address urgent problems before exams. Nangola highlighted issues uncovered during NANSO’s Access to Education campaign, including discipline problems, inadequate […] today27 June, 2025
insert_link Africa Academic Alliance: Namibian and Zimbabwe Universities Forge Strategic Partnership Namibia's Welwitchia University and the Bulawayo Polytechnic in Zimbabwe have formalized a strategic collaboration with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding. Innocent Shangombe is the Marketing and Brand Officer at Welwitchia University, he expands on this partnership . today31 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Caprivi Senior Secondary School Pupils Left Without Mattresses Around 450 pupils at Caprivi Senior Secondary School's hostel in the Zambezi region are forced to sleep on beds without mattresses, with the few available being old and worn. Despite a multimillion-dollar renovation of the school's facilities and hostel, mattresses were not included in the upgrade. Speaking to local media, Principal Richard Musilizo said a small donation of mattresses came through the Katima Mulilo constituency office, but the school remains […] today13 January, 2025
insert_link Local THE INSTITUTE FOR OPEN LEARNING CAPS NEW GRADUATES FOR 2024! The Institute for Open Learning (IOL), one of Namibia's leading private providers of open, distance, and online higher education, marked another significant milestone yesterday by conferring qualifications on 952 graduates, furthering its mission to bridge the country's education gap. The Windhoek Country Club was filled with excitement as families and friends gathered to celebrate the graduates' achievements. This year's ceremony, which lasted nearly four hours, honoured recipients of […] today25 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa Education Activist Hendrick Makaneta Backs New Spaza Shop Regulations Education activist Hendrick Makaneta has praised the government’s new regulations for spaza shops, seeing them as crucial to reducing foodborne illnesses impacting learners nationwide. Hundreds of learners have been affected by food poisoning with multiple deaths recorded. Makaneta urges proactive government action to protect citizens. today11 November, 2024
