4th-year students embark on a geological excursion in the Damara Belt

 The University of Namibia’s Department of Geosciences recently embarked on a momentous journey to unearth the geological treasures and histories of the Damara Belt. The week-long expedition, spanning from 30 September to... Read more »

UNAM Cares promoting One Health through Community Education Clinics in Pandemic Prevention

The University of Namibia’s (UNAM) Corporate Social Responsibility programme; UNAM Cares in the Office of the Vice-Chancellor under the leadership of the UNAM School of Veterinary Medicine recently embarked upon the UNAM... Read more »

Neudamm Campus Farm – A symbol of animal excellence

As part of the University of Namibia, the Neudamm Campus Farm proudly showcased a variety of its top-tier animals at the 2019 Windhoek Agricultural and Industrial Show. Their return in 2023 to... Read more »

Dr Wesley Pieters to cycle 1900 km for the Trans-Kalahari Corridor Awareness Campaign

From Pretoria to Swakopmund in 14 days The Trans Kalahari Corridor (TKC) stands as an essential gateway connecting Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa. Established under the guidance of the TKC Management Committee... Read more »

Harnessing new research for better TB care in Namibia

Advancements in TB Diagnostics and Care Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major health challenge, especially in regions with limited resources. The emergence of drug-resistant TB strains has intensified the battle against this ailment.... Read more »

Southern Campus launches “Living the UNAM Core Values” Programme

In alignment with the University of Namibia (UNAM) mission, the Southern Campus in Keetmanshoop has initiated a programme to intensify and embed the institution’s core values in every facet of the campus... Read more »

UNAM Doctoral scholars scoop awards at the 12th Oppenheimer Research Conference

In a triumphant moment for the University of Namibia, two doctoral candidates from the Department of Environmental Science in the School of Science, Ms Faith Chambara and Ms Ndamonenghenda Hamunyela, clinched the... Read more »

Scientists discover the highest energy gamma rays ever from a pulsar with HESS observatory

The observatory records 20 TeV photons from the Vela pulsar Scientists using the High Energy Stereoscopy System (H.E.S.S.) observatory in Namibia have detected the highest energy gamma rays ever from a dead... Read more »

Katima Mulilo Campus students lead charge in Rabies Awareness

The University of Namibia’s Katima Mulilo Campus saw its Diploma in Animal Health students taking part in a global campaign on 28 September 2023, marking their commitment to raise awareness about the... Read more »

UNAM receives N$1 million worth of mushroom processing equipment

In a significant philanthropic gesture, the University of Namibia (UNAM) has received a generous donation of mushroom cultivation equipment valued at about N$1 million. This notable contribution is set to empower the... Read more »

October Graduation 2023 – Some key moments captured!

The recent October Graduation 2023 saw 789 more students graduating from the University of Namibia, adding to the 4281 that already graduated earlier this year. The latest figure includes 10 doctorates. Once... Read more »

Pictorial Highlights of UNAM stand at Windhoek Show 2023

A #UNAMexcellence moment graced us at the recent Windhoek Industrial and Agricultural Show 2023, where our UNAM stand won GOLD in the Indoor Category. An embodiment of collective effort and ingenuity showcased not only... Read more »