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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.

Breakups during exam periods can have significant effects on students’ mental health and academic performance due to the emotional distress they cause. Emotional responses such as sadness, anxiety, heartbreak, and rumination often interfere with concentration, memory, motivation, and sleep patterns.

Maintaining healthy relationships on campus is one of the best tactics to survive University. Lecturers and professors play a relevant role in ensuring student academic goals are reached. Jesaya Hamukwaya, the Student Representative Council (SRC) for Sports, Culture, and Gender welfare at Triumphant College shared his ideas on how students can build and maintain healthy relationships with lecturers.

In university, certain friendships last and certain ones don’t. This is the space where you slowly begin to find your people, your support system, and sometimes… your biggest lessons. As a student at Namibia Institute of Technology, I’ve come to realise that campus is not only a place for lectures, deadlines and presentations, it is also where real connections are formed, tested, and sometimes quietly outgrown.

Study buddies keep students motivated and focused by sharing goals, encouraging one another, and staying accountable. A good study buddy turns studying into a team effort, making difficult tasks feel less overwhelming. Through regular check-ins and small celebrations of progress, they create consistent motivation and a sense of shared achievement.

Clarice Liswani is a lecturer and social worker at Welwitchia University. She shares the importance of parental guidance for university students. Highlighting the importance of parental care in one’s life.

Ann-Kathrin Eises, is the Student Representative Council (SRC) for Gender and Social Welfare at the International University of Management (IUM) in Windhoek. Here, she shares her input of how students can navigate friendships while in University: At IUM, one of the best ways to build genuine friendships is by getting involved in campus life.

University life is a high-stakes environment. Between pursuing a degree, managing personal finances, and maintaining a social life, the margin for error is slim. When we introduce romantic relationships, the challenge is ensuring that love acts as a support system rather than a distraction. To keep your future on track, you must learn to balance your heart and your books with intention.

Founded in 2024, the Rubies were established by five students namely Jessica Aikuti, Caitlin Prins, Trinity Isaacs, Selma Ambambi and Roide Marembo who set out to create something entirely new at the University of Namibia. In just over a year, the team made a powerful impact, earning Best New Sports Club (2024), followed by Sports Club of the Year and the Team Spirit Award (2025), recognition that reflects both their rapid growth and strong presence on campus.

Trainee Representative Councils (TRC’s) from the Windhoek Vocational Training Center (WVTC) highlighted how they have contributed to community development through their skills in 2025.

“At RHIT, we understand that applying to higher education can be daunting. Our admissions team provides personalized guidance throughout the process, including detailed instructions on application requirements, one-on-one consultations, and follow-up support for students who may not be admitted on their first attempt. We encourage applicants to reapply and offer advice on improving their eligibility, ensuring that every prospective student has a clear pathway to joining RHIT.

Dr. Kopano Robert As you navigate your academic journeys across Namibia's campuses, I want to share a message from the heart, one drawn from my own path as someone who boldly claimed space in various industries. Chase your dreams fearlessly and take up space unapologetically; your voice, ideas, and presence are vital to shaping our nation's future, just as every challenge you overcome builds your resilience and potential.​ Education stands as the ultimate beacon guiding perso

At Triumphant College, where academic deadlines and student demands often collide, Morres Samuel, the Student Representative Council (SRC) President for the year 2025, has managed to navigate and master the responsibilities that come with being both a leader and a student. With exams looming and student concerns piling up, his days are made up of lectures, meetings, and late-night study sessions.

Ileni Joseph, a young woman from Walvis Bay and a proud 2025 alumnus of River Higher Institute of Technology, shared her story of resilience, faith, and the deep desire to grow.. In a recent interview with Campus Connect, Joseph, who holds a Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Level 5), reminded us that success is not defined by where we come from, but by how far we’re willing to go.

In a story that began with a borrowed aux cord and a borrowed belief, University of Namibia (UNAM) student Elly Mtaleni Nangolo, well known by the name DJ Leni is now making waves across campus and beyond, blending academic ambition with musical mastery in a journey that’s as inspiring.

Balinda Uushona, a second year journalism student, who was crowned Miss Triumphant College 2025, stood out not only for her poise and presentation, but for her heartfelt commitment to service and empowerment. “Holding this title is more than just a crown to me,” she shared. “It symbolizes leadership, service, and the ability to uplift others.” Her journey to the crown was not easy.

The National Arts Council of Namibia (NACN) officially opened the third call for grant applications in its 2025/2026 funding cycle on 14 August 2025, with students from the College of the Arts (COTA) once again stepping up to seize the opportunity.

The real journey is just beginning and for Sabina Kalangula, one of the proud new alumni, graduation isn’t the end, it’s a powerful new beginning.

The Miss Namibia 2025 beauty pageant took place on July 19, at Queens Hall in Ongwediva making history as it was hosted in Northern...

In a world teeming with a vast array of options, there are a rare few who dare to push the boundaries and excel in multiple careers....