UNAM and Kraatz Engineering forge groundbreaking partnership to address skills gap

Amidst substantial treads in Namibia’s engineering sphere, the University of Namibia (UNAM) has forged a strategic alliance with Kraatz Engineering, a subsidiary of the esteemed Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group, and the... Read more »

UNAM student teachers embark on a 5-week teaching practicum in Norway

“Going to Norway was an incredible experience,” says Meloline Herunga, a student from the School of Education at Khomasdal Campus. Meloline, together with three other students, recently returned from a 5-week school-based... Read more »

UNAM students get creative with Early Childhood learning at Rosewood Academy

Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Education & Care students and lecturer from Khomasdal Campus visited Rosewood Academy on UNESCO World Book Day Fifty students from the School of Education’s Department of... Read more »

Dr. Laina Mbongo’s journey to transform Namibia’s diet and health landscape

From village roots to pioneering Public Health Research Amid the rising challenges of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Namibia, Dr. Laina Mbongo (31) is forging pathways towards healthier futures. Born into a family... Read more »

Mobile Planetarium expands team as school demand soars

Training boosts outreach for Africa Millimetre Telescope Project The Africa Millimetre Telescope (AMT) UNAM Mobile Planetarium, in partnership with Nedbank and the Netherlands Research School for Astronomy, is an educational, student-led outreach... Read more »

UNAM’s first international MSc student in astrophysics graduates

Francisco Macucule, originally from Mozambique, has made history as the first MSc graduate in astrophysics from the University of Namibia (UNAM). He received his Master of Science in Physics degree in April... Read more »

UNAM Cares launches One Health Community Engagement Initiative towards enhancing health in Tsumkwe Constituency

In an important move towards enhancing community health, Prof Kenneth Kamwi Matengu, Founder of UNAM Cares (UNAM’s Corporate Social Responsibility) project and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Namibia in partnership with the... Read more »

Youth Mobility for Africa Flagship Initiative

Professor Kenneth Matengu, in his dual roles as the President of the Pan-African University Council and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Namibia, recently signed an agreement facilitating access to EUR 970 million in... Read more »

UNAM students lead the charge in oral health education and community outreach

In the spirit of fostering a healthier community, the University of Namibia’s School of Dentistry, along with the Dental Students Association of Namibia, marked World Oral Health Day through an impactful community... Read more »

Southern Campus celebrates 10 years of excellence with 159 new graduates

The University of Namibia (UNAM) Southern Campus kicked off the university-wide graduation celebrations on 05 April 2024, conferring a total of 159 qualifications. This ceremony was of even greater significance, as it... Read more »

Mispronounced bus stops lead UNAM students on unexpected walking adventures in Italy

A remarkable journey filled with cultural exchanges and enlightening academic pursuits met Gerhard Kapweya and Bjorn Beukes. 2 Diligent students from the German Section at the University of Namibia (UNAM), ventured to... Read more »

UNAM graduate wins 2023 Best Teacher Award in Khomas Region

A graduate from the University of Namibia has been honoured with the Best Teacher Award in the Khomas Region for 2023, highlighting the University’s commitment to producing top-notch educators. Amidst the challenges... Read more »