NBS 3rd in Namibian Scholars’ Investment Challenge

Three scholars from the University of Namibia Business School (NBS) recently scooped 3rd place at the Namibian Scholars’ Investment Challenge (NCIS).  NCIS is a partnership between Old Mutual, and the Namibian Stock... Read more »

UNAM and UNPAR to foster academic exchange

The University of Namibia (UNAM) and Indonesia-based Parahyangan Catholic University (UNPAR) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will foster academic exchange between the two institutions. The bilateral agreement signing took... Read more »

After 30+ years of service: It’s the right time to go…

What do you say to someone after such a long time at your workplace? This soft-spoken, well-mannered lady served UNAM proudly and elegantly for literally a lifetime. A lifetime filled with memories... Read more »

UNAM transforming CA demographic in Namibia

Seven hundred and forty-two (742) is currently the total number of registered Chartered Accountants (CA’s) in Namibia, a figure that the University of Namibia, through its School of Accounting, has significantly contributed... Read more »

UNAM and Oxford Astronomy Online Course deemed a huge success

Astro-tourism is increasingly becoming the next frontier of nature-based tourism, however, with light pollution on the rise, finding dark and starry skies has become a great challenge – a subject area the... Read more »

German dialect at the verge of extinction

German Abroad 4 conference Unser Deutsch, a creole language based in German, which originated from Papua New Guinea is on the verge of extinction, confirmed the fourth international German Abroad online conference... Read more »

German Embassy refurnishes language multimedia room

A set of chairs, tables, reading material and a whiteboard recently donated by the German embassy, has transformed part of the University’s ‘Old Library’ into a newly furnished multi-media room for the German... Read more »

Hasheela-Mufeti represents Namibia at intra-Africa-trade Roundtable

Dr Victoria Hasheela-Mufeti recently participated in the 3rd United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) roundtable, focused on trade finance and regional integration. The roundtable drew together Financial Technology (FinTech) and economics experts from... Read more »

Play golf, to help a student graduate

Chancellor’s Charity Golf Day takes place on 24 September As golf clubs re-open, choose the Student Assistance Fund as your charity of the year and really make a difference in the lives... Read more »

Nafasi Water gives UNAM students industry attachment opportunities

Front row from left: Prof Kenneth Matengu, UNAM Vice Chancellor & Ms Suzie Nkambule, Nafasi Water Technology CEO. Back row from left: Mr Paul Nakawa, Nafasi Water Director for Strategy & Business... Read more »

Global Youth Academy elects Dr Michael Backes into its Executive Committee

The Global Young Academy (GYA) recently elected 11 members to serve in its Executive Committee, out of which, Dr Michael Backes was selected lead of the visibility/impact portfolio effective from June 2021... Read more »

First AI Start-up pitch empowers innovative entrepreneurs

Eager to bridge the gap between students’ innovative ideas and potential investors, the University of Namibia hosted a pitch competition to help innovative start-ups establish their concepts with the help of its... Read more »