insert_link Namibia UNAM introduces sponsored readiness programme The University of Namibia has announced the introduction of a sponsored UNAM Readiness Programme as part of the university’s commitment to enhance equitable access to higher education. Unam spokesperson, Simon Namesho says the programme is designed for students that want to enroll in the fields of Agriculture, Mathematics and Science, Education and Human Sciences, and Commerce and Management Sciences. todayFebruary 19, 2024 350
insert_link Business / Economics Inceptus energy secures financing for UNAM solar project Inceptus Energy, a public-private partnership between Alensy Energy Solutions (Alensy) and Inceptus Holding (Inceptus), the business arm of the University of Namibia (UNAM), is pleased to announce the successful financial close with the Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) and Old Mutual Namibia for a groundbreaking solar project at UNAM. This partnership marks a significant milestone in advancing sustainable energy utilization in Namibia, with the project boasting an installed […] todayFebruary 15, 2024 25
insert_link Namibia UNAM offers conditional admission for Namibian students The University of Namibia has announced that all prospective Namibian students who are already in possession of a grade 12 School Leaving Certificate, apply for Conditional Admission Consideration. Here is the University spokesperson Simon Namesho. todayJanuary 24, 2024 36
insert_link Namibia Unam addresses admission criteria for grade 11 learners The University of Namibia says there has been a lot of uncertainty regarding their admission criteria, especially concerning Grade 11 learners and the Advanced Subsidiary level requirements. Unam spokesperson Simon Namesho says their current admission criteria are based on a combination of the NSSCAS as the final school leaving certificate and the NSSCO, which is the norm in countries offering school leaving certificates at different levels. todayJanuary 22, 2024 26
insert_link Namibia Academic dialogues essential for driving sustainable economic development: Frederick ||Kharas Governor, Aletha Frederick said insight generated from academic dialogue is instrumental in informing evidence-based decision-making processes that are essential for driving sustainable economic development. Frederick made these remarks at the University of Namibia’s faculty of commerce, management and law research symposium held here on Tuesday under the theme ‘Economic recovery and resilience’. She said research serves as the cornerstone for understanding the complexities of economic recovery and resilience, adding […] todayNovember 29, 2023 2
insert_link Namibia Nedbank fuels scientific education with N$450,000 donation to UNAM / AMT mobile planetarium Addressing educational disparities in Namibia, particularly in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), Nedbank Namibia has made a substantial contribution of four hundred and fifty thousand Namibia dollars (N$450,000) to the University of Namibia (UNAM) / AMT Mobile Planetarium. The handover ceremony took place at the UNAM premises on 23 November 2023. The initiative aims to enhance the accessibility and quality of science education, especially in remote […] todayNovember 27, 2023 60
insert_link Namibia Closing Event Marks Success of ‘Museum Outreach Programme’ in Namibia The culmination of the 'Museum Outreach Programme,' a joint initiative by the Goethe-Institut and the University of Namibia, was celebrated at the closing event held on November 17, 2023. The project, spanning 46 months, received funding from the European Union with EUR 200,000 (approximately 4 million Namibian Dollars) and the Goethe-Institut with EUR 64,000 (approximately 1.3 million Namibian Dollars). The overarching goal of the initiative was to fortify civil society […] todayNovember 21, 2023 6
insert_link Opinion Pieces Prioritizing sports as a strategic objective at the University of Namibia By Vincent Shimutwikeni Sports has long played a significant role in the lives of students and the community alike at the University of Namibia. Integrating sports as a strategic objective holds the potential to yield numerous benefits beyond the traditional boundaries of the playing field. The University of Namibia should elevate sports to a more prominent position and prioritize it in its strategic plan. After almost every weekend, you may […] todayNovember 14, 2023 1
Paying it forward: Kenyan coastal doctor Bashrahil Mohammed Mafudh has made it his life’s work to care for the most vulnerable in his community, at no cost.
