NSFAF

NANSO launches ‘Access to Education’ campaign

The Namibia National Students Organisation (NANSO) has launched the ‘Access to Education’ campaign, aimed at helping students overcome barriers to enrolling in higher education institutions. This initiative follows the recent ‘Fix My School’ campaign, which focused on improving access to basic education. NANSO’s President, Dorthea Nangolo, explained that the campaign is designed to assist students facing financial and administrative challenges, particularly those struggling to afford high registration fees or […]

6 February, 2025 33

Namibia

NSFAF Earmarks N$3 Billion to Broaden Student Support

The Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund will abolish loan limits to accommodate more students, supported by a 3-billion-Namibian-dollar budget. The fund will now cover additional courses and offer financial aid to those retaking modules. NANSO President Dorthea Nangolo shares insights:

16 January, 2025 46

Namibia

Mbumba Says Full Study Grants for All Students Unfeasible Due to Funding Limits

President Nangolo Mbumba stated that providing study grants to all students through the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund is unfeasible due to insufficient funding. This response came during a discussion with the United Democratic Front leadership, where UDF's Mabasen Narib suggested converting NSFAF loans into grants to ease the financial burden on young professionals. Mbumba emphasized the importance of loan repayment by employed beneficiaries to support future students and noted […]

1 August, 2024 47

Oshiwambo

Oshiketha sho NSFAF sha pewa oshimaliwa sha kola momumvo shimaliwa gonuumvo

Oshimaliwa oshindji sha pewa uuministeli welongo lyopombanda nomadheulo otashi ka longithwa okukwathela melongo lyopombanda ,oku yambidhidha aailongi mboka yeli mompumbwe okupitila moshiketha sho Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund. Oshimaliwa sha konda poodola oobilion 4.7 oshodhekelwa uuministeli welongo lyopombanda nomadheulo momumvo shimaliwa go 2024-2025. Ta popi megumbo lyopashigwana ohela,minister Itah Kandji Murangi okwati oshimaliwa sha konda poobilion 4.4. sho budget ayihe osha pewa omahangano ga 7 gepangelo ngoka geli kohi yuuministeli […]

4 April, 2024 31

Namibia

NSFAF extends application deadline to February

The Namibia Student Financial Assistance Fund has extended the application period until 29 February 2024. However, NSFAF Acting CEO Kennedy Kandume has raised concerns about students facing challenges in applying for financial assistance due to limited access to computers and the internet.

10 January, 2024 45