UNAM Strengthens Research Collaboration for a thriving KAZA Tourism Industry

The University of Namibia (UNAM), through its Department of Wildlife Management and Tourism Studies in Katima Mulilo, Zambezi Region, recently hosted an impactful research collaboration workshop aimed at transforming the Kavango-Zambezi Transfrontier... Read more »

Bridging Worlds: A Symbol of Human-Wildlife Harmony at UNAM Katima Mulilo

In a remarkable and symbolic event at the University of Namibia’s Katima Mulilo Campus, baboons found their way into the multipurpose hall, coexisting peacefully with students. This unexpected yet powerful moment highlights... Read more »

UNAM Wildlife and Tourism Department in Katima Mulilo: Redefining Conservation and Research at the Heart of KAZA

Situated in the Zambezi Region at the gateway to the Kavango–Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area (KAZA TFCA), the University of Namibia’s Department of Wildlife and Tourism Studies in Katima Mulilo is a beacon... Read more »

UNAM PhD Candidate showcases Research at International Statistical Ecology Conference in Wales

LineekelaOmwene T. Nauyoma, a 5th-year PhD candidate at the University of Namibia, recently represented UNAM at the prestigious International Statistical Ecology Conference (ISEC 2024) held at Swansea University, Wales, UK. Nauyoma was... 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 »

Namibia’s Rangeland and Pasture Management Project: A joint effort to fight bush encroachment

Windhoek, Namibia – A project consortium, consisting of the University of Namibia (UNAM), Farm4trade, Omeva Consulting, Agriconsult Namibia and Agriecological Services are pleased to announce the launch of a series of informative... Read more »

Wild animal hosts provide free “bed and breakfast” accommodation

There are two distinct species of oxpeckers in sub-Saharan Africa; the red-billed (Buphagus erythrorhynchus) and the yellow-billed oxpecker (Buphagus africanus). Oxpeckers are often assumed to be in a symbiotic relationship with their... Read more »

UNAM hosts Engagement Workshop on Tourism Destination Risk and Resilience

The University of Namibia (UNAM) in partnership with Futouris, a sustainability initiative of the German travel industry, DKKV, the German Committee for Disaster Reduction and GIZ hosted a stakeholder engagement workshop earlier... Read more »

Becoming a Tourism Entrepreneur after graduation and loving it

Lubowski Kadila is the Founder & CEO of Anchor Adventures, a Namibian Tour Operator that focuses on a different way in which travellers experience Namibia. He studied Public Relations and Tourism Management... Read more »

WTC launches snake awareness campaign

The Wildlife and Tourism Club (WTC), which falls under the Department of Wildlife Management and Tourism Studies (DWMTS) at the Katima Mulilo Campus (KMC), has taken the initiative to save threatened snake... Read more »

Woodland regeneration following agricultural land abandonment

Kavango East region, northeastern Namibia The aim of this study was to understand the potential of agricultural land abandonment for woodland regeneration. Firstly, vegetation composition in 152 plots (50 m x 20... Read more »

UNAM trained NAB and Ministry of Agriculture staff on crop yield estimation

The University of Namibia conducted a much-needed training workshop on crop yield estimation for technical staff from the Namibian Agronomic Board (NAB) and the Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform. Conducted... Read more »