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Namibia Institution of Mining and Technology

Also known as: Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology

Mining and technical training institution that received equipment donations and provides apprenticeship and skills development programs across Namibia.

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What’s been said

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Namibian

    Namibia Institution of Mining and Technology provided 40 scholarships to young people for study at the institution

    Source

    “The governor's office has also facilitated 40 scholarships for young people to study at the Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology, provided school uniforms to 20 disadvantaged pupils, and funded international exchange opportunities for four young people, with three travelling to Germany and one to Russia.”

    ||Kharas youth get wings
  3. January 2026
  4. New Era

    Mckay is preparing to attend the Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology to study welding

    Source

    “Outside of athletics, Mckay is preparing to attend the Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology (NIMT) to study welding, having completed his grade 11 studies last year.”

    Personality of the week – Mckay soars in high jump ranks

Yesterday

  1. Keetmanshoop municipality explores partnership with Rosh Pinah Zinc

    The Keetmanshoop municipality, in collaboration with the Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology and Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Centre, held consultation regarding a potential partnership.

    1 October 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Saturday 1 August

  1. Namibia has only 45% of skills needed for oil boom

    A report by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board and the International Labour Organization warns that Namibia currently has only about 45% of the skills required to support its emerging oil and gas sector, with major offshore discoveries by Shell, TotalEnergies, and Galp Energia expected to drive first oil production around 2029 or 2030. The report highlights a mismatch between skills produced by local education and training institutions and the specialized competencies demanded by the industry.

    1 August 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 20 July

  1. ||Kharas governor's youth desk aids region's young people

    The ||Kharas governor's youth desk, established in 2025, has assisted young people through leadership and financial literacy training, tertiary applications, scholarships to the Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology, school uniforms, and international exchange opportunities. The desk provides information on development funds and employment opportunities and serves the entire region through local networks.

    20 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 7 May

  1. MTC appeals for more corporate internship support in Namibia

    Mobile Telecommunications Limited is calling on companies and institutions to create more internship opportunities for young Namibians through the Namibia National Internship Programme, which was launched in 2019 to help graduates enter the job market. MTC contributes N$2 million annually to the programme, which placed 332 interns in 2025 across more than 40 fields.

    7 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 22 April

  1. Rössing Foundation invests N$14.7m in education and communities

    The Rössing Foundation invested over N$14.7 million in 2025 on education and community projects, including scholarships, school support, solar-powered water systems, and assistive technologies. The funding targets learners from disadvantaged backgrounds and remote communities in Kunene, Omusati and Kavango West regions.

    22 April 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 3 March

  1. Rössing Uranium donates laser tool to mining skills institution

    Rössing Uranium has donated a laser alignment tool valued at N$130,000 to the Namibia Institution of Mining and Technology for training fitter and turner apprentices in modern industry-relevant skills. The donation reflects the company's commitment to aligning technical training with industry requirements and long-term skills development in Namibia.

    3 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 2 March

  1. Omaheke's first career fair draws 1,500 learners

    Omaheke region held its inaugural Career Fair at Gobabis showgrounds, attracting about 1,500 learners from seven constituencies to explore education and career pathways. Education director Constance Wantenaar described the event as successful and a bridge between aspiration and opportunity, supported by universities, training institutions, banks, and government partners.

    2 March 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 24 February

  1. Navachab Gold Mine donates equipment to mining institute

    QKR Navachab Gold Mine has donated mechanical training equipment valued at N$250,000 to the Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology's Arandis Campus. The mine said the donation reflects its commitment to education and technical skills development through its corporate social responsibility programme.

    24 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 23 February

  1. School construction projects on track for 2026 completion

    Deputy Minister Ballotti told Parliament that most budgeted education infrastructure projects for the 2025/26 financial year are advancing as planned, with majority expected near completion by June 2026, though three capital projects—Mix Primary School, Tubusis Primary School, and Onkumbula Combined School hostels—are experiencing delays.

    23 February 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 15 January

  1. Young high jumper Mckay pursues national and Olympic ambitions

    Hilma Nalupe Prince Mckay from Lüderitz has emerged as a promising high jumper in Namibia, qualifying for the National Championships last year and earning four medals through years of dedicated training. Despite recent recovery from an ankle injury, Mckay aims to compete at the World Championships and Olympic Games while inspiring the next generation of high jumpers in the country.

    15 January 2026 · New Era →

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