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The event brought together teams from UNAM Main Campus, UNAM Khomasdal Campus and UNAM Hage Geingob Campus,creating an atmosphere filled with excitement, cheers and friendly rivalry. Hosted at the Main Campus court, the face-off attracted students who came out to support their residence teams with the UNAM Rubies cheerleading squad adding energy and spirit to the stands.
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6 hours ago
Expanding Opportunities: Higher Education and Namibia’s Future
-by Simeon Simon Simeon Simon, Head of Engineering Student Representative Council at RHIT As Namibia continues to reflect on its journey since independence, higher education remains one of the most powerful tools for shaping the nation’s future. Over the years, the country has made significant progress in expanding access to tertiary education, ensuring that more young people are equipped to contribute meaningfully to national development. A System Transformed Since gaining i
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6 hours ago
Youth Leadership and Democracy on Campus
For Ottilie Andreas, a student leader and passionate advocate for youth participation, Namibia’s independence is more than a historical milestone; it is a living responsibility. As the country reflects on its democratic journey, she believes young people must understand their role in protecting and strengthening the freedoms that were hard-won.
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7 hours ago
My Namibia, My Pride
For Sheya Nangombe, Student Representative Council (SRC) for Internal Affairs at Triumphant College, being Namibian means taking pride in the country and embracing its rich heritage. He believes independence has created opportunities for young people to shape the nation through leadership, education and innovation.
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11 hours ago
Education, Independence and Pride: UNAM Students Shaping Namibia’s Future
We spoke with Sakarias Nangolo, the Student Representative Council (SRC) Vice President at the Hifikepunye Pohamba Campus of the University of Namibia, who also serves as the Congress Deputy President for all 12 UNAM campuses.
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1 day ago
Crafting the Future: Hands That Build
For Rita Iyaloo Leonard, a Joinery and Cabinet Making student, learning carpentry is more than just a trade. It’s a way to create, contribute and show how Namibia’s youth are actively building the country’s future.
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1 day ago
Freedom to Create: Celebrating Namibian Identity Through Fashion
For Bertha N Daniel Kapolo, founder of Bergano Designs and a College of the Arts fashion design graduate, each piece created is more than just clothing. It is a way to celebrate Namibian culture, heritage and pride.
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1 day ago
Triumphant’s netball Captain Sets the Tone as Trials Signal a New Season
By Tunovandu Hijarunguru TC Gladiators Netball Team With official trials underway and a new season on the horizon, the netball team is stepping back onto court with unfinished business and a clear target in sight: promotion. Speaking to Campus Connect, team captain Kangeriuo Mbaeva described 2026 as a year of structure, discipline and growth. After narrowly missing promotion last season, she says the squad has reflected honestly on where improvements are needed. “Last year w
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Mar 4
Built for the Green Shift
By Tunovandu Hijarunguru Kevin Kavanhu a Solar Equipment installation and maintenance trainee at Windhoek Vocational Training Centre In an interview with Campus Connect Kevin Kavanhu a Solar Equipment Installation and Maintenance trainee at Windhoek Vocational Training Centre reflected on how his course is better preparing him for Namibians growing green energy sector . For the solar installation trainee, preparation begins long before a system is switched on. It starts wi
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Mar 4
The Fork in the Road
By Simon-Shaun Hangula Simon-Shaun Hangula is a Bachelor in Public Management student at the University of Namibia (UNAM) You can find him on Instagram @marthasgrandson There comes a moment in many students’ academic journeys when certainty begins to unravel. On paper, the decision seems logical: the degree is respectable, the path is clear, and expectations are reasonable. Yet internally, something feels unsettling. The fork in the road rarely announces itself loudly; it beg
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Mar 4
Speed Dating
By Tunovandu Hijarunguru The University of Namibia's Student Representative Council (SRC) hosted a speed dating event at the main campus, aimed at creating a fun and welcoming space for students to connect beyond the classroom. The initiative formed part of efforts to enrich campus life by encouraging interaction, confidence and community-building at the start of the academic term. For one evening, the main hall at the University of Namibia transformed into something far less
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Mar 4
Powering Vision 2030 Through Practical Innovation
-Shahidah Neuaka Shahidah Neuaka is a third year Electrical and Electronic Engineering student at NIT Adapting to Tech Changes Students are prepared for digital tools and automation through our hands-on curriculum, with 70% practical training in Industry 4.0 areas like robotics, control systems, electronics, and data analytics. Programs such as our Bachelor of Technology in Electrical and Electronic Engineering teach real-world application of tools like PLC programming and
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Mar 4
Coding The Future
-Tangeni Nasheya Tangeni Nasheya is the Student Representative Council (SRC) for Academic Affairs at NUST. You can find him on Instagram @therealtangeni Namibia is positioning itself to keep pace with the future of global technology. The introduction of programmes such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, and Actuarial Science reflects a strategic effort to align the country with emerging global trends and workforce demands. These fields are no longer optional addit
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Mar 4
More Than Just Games: Why Recreation Might Be Your Smartest Move.
By Tunovandu Hijarunguru At the University of Namibia, academic excellence is the standard. But according to the SRC Secretary of Recreation Kambazembi Tijtana , success on campus cannot survive on books alone. “Campus life can easily become a closed loop,” he explains. “Wake up, study, sleep, repeat. When academics are the only stimulus, the mind and body function under constant strain.”That is where recreational activities step in not as a distraction, but as a strategy. Re
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Mar 4
Namibia Celebrates Linguistic Diversity on International Mother Language Day
As Namibia joined the global community in commemorating International Mother Language Day on 21 February, the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture (MEIYSAC) reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the country’s rich linguistic heritage. This year’s commemoration, held under the theme “Youth Voices on Multilingual Education,” placed special focus on Khoekhoegowab and the preservation of rare and endangered languages. The two-day event, organised
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Mar 4
Twice the Work, Double the Dream: Inside Karirandua’s Dual-Degree Journey
By Tunovandu Hijarunguru Karirandua Tjinge In today’s increasingly competitive job market, securing employment after graduation has become more challenging than ever. As opportunities tighten and traditional pathways grow uncertain, some students like Karirandua Tjinge are choosing not to wait for doors to open. Instead, they are thinking beyond convention, carving out their own opportunities and redefining what success looks like on their own terms. Karirandua spoke to Campu
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Mar 2
The Mental Health Impact of Graduate Unemployment
Graduation is often painted as a season of celebration, opportunity, and independence. Yet for many young people, the reality after earning a degree can feel very different. When months pass without securing employment, the emotional toll can quietly intensify. The Psychological Weight of Joblessness Research consistently shows a strong link between unemployment and mental health challenges. Over 90% of studies associate joblessness with increased risks of anxiety, mood diso
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Mar 2
Degrees, Direction & the Job Market
-Rauna Shipalanga Rauna Shipalanga, is the Student Representative Council(SRC) President at the International University of Management (IUM). IUM programmes increasingly recognise that academic knowledge alone is no longer enough in today’s competitive job market. Many faculties have integrated internships, work-integrated learning and industry-based projects into the course outlines. These components allow students to apply theoretical knowledge in practical environments, d
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Mar 2
Nust Netball Team Builds Strength, Mindset And Momentum Ahead Of New Season
Following an intense pre-season and official trials held last week, the Namibia University of Science and Technology Warriors Netball Team is stepping into the new season with a renewed focus, stronger fitness levels and an even deeper sense of unity.
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Feb 18
Loving Without Losing Yourself
Relationships can be helpful, fun, and bring people together, but they can also make it hard for students to figure out who they are if they are not careful. At WVTC, Trainee Representative Council (TRC), Secretary General Etuna Kwedhi shared with Campus Connect ways in which students can remain true to themselves.
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Feb 18
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