insert_link Dr. Sam Nujoma Interview: Dr. Simasiku Mutumba Reflects on the Legacy of Dr. Sam Nujoma at UNAM Dr. Simasiku Mutumba, a respected academic, has shared his reflections on the late Dr. Sam Nujoma's legacy at the University of Namibia (UNAM), ahead of the memorial service set for February 23, 2025, in the Zambezi region. Dr. Mutumba, who first met Dr. Nujoma in 1992 at UNAM’s inaugural graduation ceremony, described the founding president as a visionary leader committed to the advancement of education in Namibia. “As UNAM’s […] today21 February, 2025
insert_link Dr. Sam Nujoma Dr. Mutumba Pays Tribute to Nujoma’s Legacy at UNAM Dr. Simasiku Mutumba, a former UNAM academic, has reflected on the pivotal role that the late Dr. Sam Nujoma played in shaping the university’s growth. Speaking to our correspondent Jackson Kunatela in Katima Mulilo ahead of the memorial service in Zambezi, Dr. Mutumba praised Nujoma’s commitment to education, student welfare, and academic excellence. today21 February, 2025
insert_link Oshiwambo BoN ayandja oshali shee bursaries koo nakumona ouwa Ombaanga yoshilongo (BoN) onghela oya yandja omaano ouwa woshimaliwa shokulilongifa (bursaries) koo handimwe veli 10 ovo tave lihongele omaifano ayooloka. Pefimbo ta yandje omaano bursaries koo nakumona ouwa, ngoloneya wombaanga yoshilongo Johannes ǃGawaxab okwa denga omufindo nghene ombaanga ili yelitulamo moku yambidida ovalongwa aavo va wanifapo oipumbiwa yoku pewa omakwafo melihongo lavo opo vahange omalalakano avo. Okwati moule womido didulife po 20 ombaanga oya kala noku wanifapo omafaneko aayo oku […] today7 February, 2025
insert_link Local Inauguration of New UNAM Facilities in Katima Mulilo for Wildlife Management and Tourism Studies In the bilateral cooperation between the Governments of the Republic of Namibia and the Federal Republic of Germany, it was agreed, among others, to support the environment and tourism sector. Germany, through KfW Development Bank, provided financial support to extend the UNAM Katima Mulilo Campus. The cooperation included the development of related academic and research programs and the construction of the Department of Wildlife Management and Tourism Studies. On 5th […] today6 November, 2024
Uncategorized UNAM student develops AI app to detect brain tumours By: Valeria Handobe A University of Namibia (Unam) final-year Computer Science student has developed an AI-powered application to detect and classify brain tumours from Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans. Douglas Mashonganyika developed the free app, the Medalgo application, as part of his final-year research project. Mashonganyika said his childhood brain tumour diagnosis inspired him to create the Medalgo to save people's lives. “The inspiration that I got from this is a […] today29 October, 2024
insert_link Local Kraatz welcomes university of Namibia students for an immersive learning experience Kraatz, a proud subsidiary of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group of Companies, recently hosted a group of 3rd and 4th-year Civil Engineering students from the University of Namibia (UNAM) at its Walvis Bay headquarters. This initiative, in alignment with O&L’s Vision 2029 and their core values of being authentic, caring, and passionate, underscores Kraatz’s commitment to fostering local talent and contributing to Namibia’s sustainable development. The visit […] today5 September, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics President Mbumba attends China-Africa forum in Beijing President Nangolo Mbumba has left for Beijing, China, to join over 50 African leaders at the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. The meeting will focus on strengthening China's strategic partnership with Africa in the post-Covid era, with talks expected to center on climate, energy, and digital cooperation. UNAM economics lecturer Dr. Omu Kakujaha-Matundu says these Africa-China relations should be based on mutual understanding. today2 September, 2024
insert_link Oshiwambo Omutumba go Child Research Initiative and Training (CRIT),osheetwapo shoshiputudhilo sha UNAM nuuministeli wuuthikepamwe wuukashikekokantu ogwa tameke ohela mo Windhoek. Omutumba gomasiku ga 3 ,gwa yambidhidhidhwa ko University of Minnesota no United Nations Children’s Fund (Unicef),otagu lalakanene oku fatulula uukalinawa wokanona mo Namibia,nokutala koompumbwe dhinasha nooveta dhaanona,omayakulo ,eyambulepo lyiilonga naanaaskola ,omapekapeko nomaidhopemo mo Namibia. Opolohalama yo Child Research Initiative and Training (CRIT) okwa tegelelwa yi kale koshiputudhilo sha UNAM. Omunambelewa kuluntu ta kwathele muuministeli wuuthikepamwe wuukashikekokantu Nichlas Mbingeneeko okwati uuministeli okwa tegelelwa weetepo omilandu noopolohalama- uumbangi, dhoka tadhi […] today26 June, 2024
insert_link Press Releases The University of Namibia and Environmental Investment Fund Launch joint short courses programme In a significant move towards addressing climate change, the University of Namibia (UNAM) and the Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia (EIF) have introduced a series of short courses designed to equip Namibians with crucial knowledge and skills. The event underscored the urgent need for climate change education. The partnership between EIF and UNAM exemplifies a proactive approach to climate change education, aiming to build a knowledgeable and […] today26 June, 2024
