UNAM positions Namibia for nuclear readiness through applied science and skills development

As Namibia openly considers nuclear energy as part of its long-term energy mix, one requirement stands above all others: a skilled, nationally anchored workforce capable of governing nuclear science safely, independently and... Read more »

UNAM launches cutting-edge MSc in Blockchain Technology to build Africa’s next digital innovators

It is Africa’s first Master’s programme in Blockchain Technology In a world rapidly shaped by digital transformation, one technology continues to redefine global systems – blockchain. From finance and logistics to identity... Read more »

Herd Health Initiative empowers Zambezi Farmers at Katima Mulilo Campus

More than 150 farmers from across the Zambezi Region gathered, both in person and online, at the University of Namibia’s Katima Mulilo Campus for a landmark Herd Health engagement led by the... Read more »

Student teachers bring reading to life at Monte Christo and Cimbebasia Primary Schools

In a heart-warming display creativity and community engagement, Afrikaans student teachers from the University of Namibia’s School of Education recently brought two local primary schools to life through immersive literacy experiences. The... Read more »

UNAM hosts First TART workshop: Installs Namibia’s first radio telescope.

The UNAM Physics section recently hosted the Transient Array Radio Telescope (TART) Workshop, marking a historic milestone with the installation of Namibia’s first radio telescope. Namibia now joins South Africa, Mauritius, Kenya,... Read more »

UNAM leads independent evaluation of National Early Literacy Programme

In a bold and collaborative effort to reshape English literacy among young learners, the Namibian government has embarked on a nationwide rollout of the Jolly Phonics and Jolly Grammar programme. The University... Read more »

Neudamm Alumni plough back with soccer kit donation

In a heart-warming act of generosity and unity, former students of the University of Namibia’s Neudamm Campus have come together to donate a brand-new soccer kit to the Neudamm Soccer Team, a... Read more »

Visually Impaired graduate earns Master’s in Adult Education

For many, a Master’s degree represents personal ambition and academic growth. But for Josua Amukwaya, it is much more, it is a testament to resilience, self-belief, and a deep commitment to the... Read more »

Solar Meets Farming: UNAM showcases Namibia’s first large scale Agri-PV System

The University of Namibia (UNAM) has once again reaffirmed its role as a national trailblazer in research and innovation, unveiling Namibia’s first large-scale Agrivoltaic (Agri-PV) farming system at Ogongo Campus. The initiative,... Read more »

UNAM wins Best Exhibit at OATF for second year running

The University of Namibia has, for the second year running, won Best Exhibit in the Education & Training Institutions category at the Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair (OATF). The 2025 fair opened on... Read more »

Emojis at Work – Yay or Nay? 🧐 😬🤷‍♂️ ❤️

“They can help, or hurt, your message,” says Dr Manfred Janik. It began, as many modern misunderstandings do, with an emoji. A cancelled meeting. A cheerful, dancing reply-all. Then a formal reminder... Read more »

UNAM hosts first-ever HackAtom Namibia

Igniting student innovation in Nuclear Science The School of Science at the University of Namibia, in collaboration with Rosatom and the Patrice Lumumba Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University), successfully hosted... Read more »