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Namibia Institute for Public Administration and Management

Also known as: Nipam · Namibian Institute Of Public Administration And Management

Namibia Institute for Public Administration and Management — government training institution delivering AI courses, professional cleaning training, and civil service development programs.

2023-11-112026-06-25
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  1. May 2026

  2. The Namibian

    Nipam has announced plans to introduce structured three- to five-day courses to teach civil servants how to use artificial intelligence

    Source

    “The Namibian Institute Of Public Administration And Management (Nipam) has announced plans to introduce structured three- to five-day courses to teach civil servants how to use artificial intelligence (AI).”

    Nipam to roll out AI training for civil servants
  3. April 2026

  4. The Namibian

    Nipam is offering cleaning and housekeeping course throughout the year

    Source

    “Nipam offers the course throughout the year, depending on demand and institutional training needs, he says.”

    Nipam invests in cleaning, housekeeping
  5. February 2026

  6. Informanté

    Namibia Institute for Public Administration and Management hosted Meatco's 37th Annual General Members' Meeting

    Source

    “THE Meat Corporation of Namibia (Meatco) convened its 37th Annual General Members' Meeting at NIPAM in Windhoek, bringing together producers, government representatives, directors, and stakeholders to reflect on the 2024/25 financial year and the steady progress made under the Turnaround Plan.”

    Meatco reinforces stability and shared confidence at 37th AGM
  7. January 2025

  8. The Namibian

    Namibia Institute for Public Administration and Management is hosting the gathering

    Source

    “The gathering, hosted at the Namibian Institute of Public Administration and Management, will conclude on Wednesday.”

    Erongo Regional Council gathers in Windhoek for team building, planning
Society

Nipam launches three-to-five-day AI training for civil servants

The News

The Namibian Institute of Public Administration and Management has announced plans for structured AI courses to teach civil servants how to use artificial intelligence, with a top-down strategy targeting executive directors, chief executives and senior management first, before rolling out to frontline staff. The initiative aims to help management understand AI capabilities, identify compliance risks and establish ethical boundaries before integrating new tools into daily workflows.

Why it matters

Nipam's AI training for civil servants reflects government's effort to modernise public sector capacity and operations.

15 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 15 May

  1. Nipam launches three-to-five-day AI training for civil servants

    The Namibian Institute of Public Administration and Management has announced plans for structured AI courses to teach civil servants how to use artificial intelligence, with a top-down strategy targeting executive directors, chief executives and senior management first, before rolling out to frontline staff. The initiative aims to help management understand AI capabilities, identify compliance risks and establish ethical boundaries before integrating new tools into daily workflows.

    15 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 20 April

  1. Nipam delivers cleaning course to heritage council staff

    The Namibia Institute for Public Administration and Management (Nipam) trained fourteen participants from the National Heritage Council in a five-day cleaning and housekeeping course this week at a cost of N$4,500 per trainee in Windhoek and N$5,400 outside Windhoek, aiming to address gaps in professional cleaning standards and hygiene practices. The course, open to government employees and the public, is offered throughout the year and provides hands-on training in real-life cleaning scenarios across offices and accommodation facilities on campus.

    20 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 23 March

  1. Fima may limit pension fund lump-sum retirement payment options

    Namibian pension funds are seeking clarity on how the Financial Institutions and Markets Act (Fima) will affect retirement payouts, with a leaked memo suggesting the act could prohibit members from taking their full savings as a single cash payment and instead require monthly annuity payments. Industry players and Namfisa are meeting to discuss the interpretation of the new law and its potential consequences for retirees.

    23 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 7 March

  1. Former Nipam marketing manager arrested for corruption

    Katoole Ipinge, a former marketing and communication manager at Namibia Institute for Public Administration and Management, has been arrested for allegedly diverting client funds to his personal bank account. According to the Anti-Corruption Commission, between June 2021 and December 2021, N$175,200 was deposited into his account, and he appeared in court on Friday and was granted bail of N$10,000.

    7 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 6 March

  1. Prime Minister outlines anti-corruption strategy implementation progress

    Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare addressed the National Anti-Corruption Strategy Steering Committee, emphasizing the government's commitment to fighting corruption and the importance of cooperation among anti-corruption institutions. He noted that the second National Anti-Corruption Strategy (2021–2025) is ending and an independent evaluation will inform the development of a third strategy for 2026–2030, with consultations planned across all fourteen regions.

    6 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 24 February

  1. Meatco reports 55% revenue increase amid sector recovery

    Meatco held its 37th Annual General Meeting, reporting that group revenue increased approximately 55% to N$1.87 billion for the 2024/25 financial year, with profit before tax of N$105 million and profit after tax of N$43 million, while paying N$1.13 billion directly to livestock producers despite drought and volatile global markets.

    24 February 2026 · Informanté →

  2. Meatco reports 55% revenue rise, N$43m profit after tax

    Meatco's 2024/25 financial results show strengthened governance and operational discipline, with overall revenue increasing to approximately N$1.87 billion and profit after tax exceeding N$43 million. The corporation paid over N$1.13 billion directly to producers, with Agriculture Minister Inge Zaamwani saying the gains reflect the dedication of the Board, management, and staff as well as producer resilience.

    24 February 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 3 February

  1. Youth fund approves N$14.9m for 30 businesses

    The National Youth Development Fund has approved N$14.9 million in financing for 30 businesses and expects to create 147 jobs. The fund, launched in September 2025 with N$500 million allocated, offers collateral-free loans at 2% to 4% interest to young Namibians aged 18 to 45 to boost entrepreneurship and reduce youth unemployment.

    3 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 1 February

  1. Youth fund approves N$14.9m for 46 young entrepreneurs

    The National Youth Development Fund has approved N$14.9 million in financing for 46 youth-owned businesses through the Development Bank of Namibia, with about 40 additional applications under assessment. The fund, a N$500 million initiative supporting Namibians aged 18–35, offers loans from N$60,000 to N$1 million at interest rates from 2%, with no collateral required.

    1 February 2026 · The Namibian →

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