UNAM and FUH strengthen international cooperation

The internationalisation of universities is vital for economic development/opportunities, international student learning experiences, staff development/recruitment, curriculum relevance, and improved service delivery. Following two fact-finding missions between the University of Namibia (UNAM) and... Read more »

UNAM hosts consultation on AI in Higher Education and enhancing Higher Education Quality Assurance in the SADC Region

The Centre for Quality Assurance and Management (CEQUAM), at the University of Namibia (UNAM), recently concluded a pivotal event, the SADC-QA TrainIQA Workshop III & Final Conference. This significant gathering, co-organised with... Read more »

Future microbiologists gain hands-on experience analysing GMO seeds at NCRST

Three fourth-year students, David Shooya, Magaret Simon, and Amoré Scholtz, from the Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Biotechnology at the University of Namibia (UNAM), who are pursuing a Bachelor of Science in... Read more »

Unveiling Biodiversity: A Comprehensive Ecological Exploration of Zambezi State Reserve

In the heart of the Zambezi region lies a hidden gem of biodiversity – the Zambezi State Reserve. Recently, a group of passionate third- and final-year students from Katima Mulilo campus embarked... Read more »

School of Science acquires state-of-the-art LC-MS/MS instrument

The School of Science at the University of Namibia (UNAM) has acquired a state-of-the-art Liquid Chromatography – Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) instrument, valued at nearly N$ 2 million. This significant addition was... Read more »

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 »

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 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 »

CONSAMS 2024: Uniting African Medical Schools for a Healthier Tomorrow

The University of Namibia recently hosted the pivotal 11th annual conference of the Consortium of New Sub-Sahara African Medical Schools (CONSAMS) from 25 – 28 February 2024, in Windhoek. This significant event... Read more »

IRDNC: Leading the Way in Sustainable Development

By Daniel Munyanya, Final Year Student, University of Namibia Introduction: Empowering Communities for Sustainable Futures Nestled within Namibia’s communal lands lies a beacon of hope for both people and wildlife: the Integrated... Read more »