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Namibia Training Authority

Also known as: NTA

Namibia Training Authority — conducts vocational skills assessment and qualifications, manages employer training grants, and supports TVET sector development.

2023-07-102026-06-08
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What’s been said

Key points drawn from coverage. Tap a point to see the original sentence.

  1. May 2026

  2. Windhoek Observer

    Namibia Training Authority (NTA) is developing partnership with Team Europe technical and vocational education and training programme

    Source

    “A new Team Europe technical and vocational education and training programme is also being developed with the Namibia Training Authority (NTA) and other partners.”

    EU loan facility yet to roll out in Namibia

  3. Informanté

    Namibia Training Authority will support apprenticeships and incentivise companies to participate in training programmes

    Source

    “She further highlighted the role of the Namibia Training Authority (NTA) in supporting apprenticeships and incentivising companies to participate in training programmes, including through existing levy mechanisms.”

    National Work Integrated Learning Policy to bridge gap between classroom learning and workplace experience

  4. Windhoek Observer

    Namibia Training Authority is engaging communities to expand vocational training opportunities

    Source

    “The Namibia Training Authority (NTA) is also engaging communities to expand vocational training opportunities aimed at keeping young people in school and training programmes.”

    Cleaning campaign helps keep learners in Tsumkwe in school
  5. April 2026

  6. The Namibian

    Namibia Training Authority rolled out recognition of prior learning assessments across Gondwana Collection Namibia

    Source

    “A significant milestone for skills recognition and career development was marked in March, as the Namibia Training Authority rolled out recognition of prior learning assessments across Gondwana Collection Namibia.”

    Gondwana Waiters Serve Up Qualified Success

  7. The Namibian

    Namibia Training Authority coordinated the project covering multiple regions

    Source

    “Coordinated by the Namibia Training Authority, the project covered multiple regions.”

    Gondwana Waiters Serve Up Qualified Success

  8. Namibian Sun

    Namibia Training Authority (NTA) is under investigation for allegations of governance failures and procurement irregularities

    Source

    “The education ministry is investigating allegations of governance failures and procurement irregularities at the Namibia Training Authority (NTA) after an anonymous petition called...”

    Education ministry probes NTA over governance claims

  9. New Era

    The Namibia Training Authority (NTA) has reminded employers to submit Employer Training Grant claims before 5 May 2026 deadline

    Source

    “The Namibia Training Authority (NTA) has reminded employers to submit their Employer Training Grant (ETG) claims before the 5 May 2026 deadline, urging compliance to avoid forfeiting funding.”

    NTA reminds employers of ETG deadline
  10. March 2026

  11. Informanté

    NTA assesses TVET qualifications accredited under the National Qualifications Framework

    Source

    “Quality and credibility are assured, with all TVET qualifications accredited under the National Qualifications Framework and assessed by the Namibia Training Authority (NTA).”

    NAMCOL’s TVET programmes equip Namibians with skills for the future

  12. New Era

    Namibia Training Authority has role in regulation and funding of TVET sector

    Source

    “Key stakeholders in the TVET ecosystem include the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Sport, Arts and Culture (policy oversight), NTA (regulation and funding), NQA (qualification quality assurance), public and private training providers, industry partners, and development agencies.”

    Opinion – The status of TVET in Namibia

  13. The Namibian

    Namibia Training Authority is an institution whose technical and vocational graduates lack reliable pathways to sustainable income

    Source

    “Technical and vocational graduates from institutions like the Namibia Training Authority and International University of Management leave training with real skills but without reliable pathways to sustainable income.”

    Turning Namibia’s Skills Gap into a Digital Opportunity
Society

Vice President visits centre, pledges support for disabled persons

The News

Vice President Lucia Witbooi visited the Nakayale Rehabilitation Centre to assess the Omusati 1995 Project and identified challenges including shortage of production infrastructure, ageing equipment, and utility costs. She reaffirmed government commitment to improving the living standards of persons living with disabilities.

Why it matters

Vice President's visit to disability centre and commitment to improving services addresses neglected social support infrastructure.

29 May 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 29 May

  1. Vice President visits centre, pledges support for disabled persons

    Vice President Lucia Witbooi visited the Nakayale Rehabilitation Centre to assess the Omusati 1995 Project and identified challenges including shortage of production infrastructure, ageing equipment, and utility costs. She reaffirmed government commitment to improving the living standards of persons living with disabilities.

    29 May 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Vice President praises inclusive vocational education programme milestone

    Vice President Lucia Witbooi commended Namibia's inclusive education efforts at a graduation ceremony where 696 learners with special educational needs and disabilities received Certificates in Basic Pre-Vocational Skills, the programme's second cohort since its 2019 introduction. The NQA-accredited programme prepares graduates for vocational training, entrepreneurship, employment, and further education opportunities.

    20 May 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 18 May

  1. €500m EU investment bank loan yet to launch

    A €500 million framework loan facility from the European Investment Bank has not yet been rolled out in Namibia despite EU partnership progress in green hydrogen, critical raw materials, and infrastructure development.

    18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Sunday 17 May

  1. Namibia launches Work Integrated Learning policy for workplaces

    Namibia has launched a National Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Policy designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and practical workplace experience by integrating theoretical training with real-world industry exposure. The framework guides employers, training institutions, and students on implementing workplace learning programmes such as internships, apprenticeships, and attachments, with implementation coordinated through a structure outlined in the policy's implementation plan.

    17 May 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Cleaning campaign supports 30 San learners in Tsumkwe

    Allexer Namundjembo Palms Life Fund is supporting 30 San learners in Tsumkwe Constituency through a cleaning campaign project aimed at reducing school dropouts. The initiative provides monthly food parcels, stationery and toiletries valued at N$600 each, while engaging learners in cleaning school grounds and residential areas and sports activities to encourage them to remain in school.

    13 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

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 →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. PSC retains 16 officials over 60 amid youth joblessness row

    The Public Service Commission retained 16 officials over the age of 60 due to their specialised skills, citing legal provisions for critical expertise gaps, but the decision has drawn sharp criticism from the opposition over potential political patronage and youth unemployment.

    28 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 26 April

  1. Gondwana hospitality staff earn formal qualifications through skills assessment

    The Namibia Training Authority conducted recognition of prior learning assessments for experienced waiters and other hospitality workers at Gondwana Collection Namibia across multiple regions in March, evaluating their practical and theoretical competencies against national benchmarks and awarding nationally recognised qualifications in tourism and hospitality disciplines under the Namibia Qualifications Framework.

    26 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 23 April

  1. Education ministry investigates NTA governance and procurement

    The education ministry is investigating allegations of governance failures and procurement irregularities at the Namibia Training Authority following an anonymous petition.

    23 April 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Tuesday 21 April

  1. Employers urged to claim training grants by May 5 deadline

    The Namibia Training Authority CEO urges employers to submit Employer Training Grant applications by midnight on 5 May, noting that more than N$306 million is available for the 2025/26 financial year for businesses that invested in employee training between 1 April 2025 and 31 March. The grant reimburses up to 50% of VET levy contributions for qualifying training, covering accredited programmes and in-house interventions.

    21 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 17 April

  1. CEO urges employers to claim skills training grants by May deadline

    The CEO of the Namibia Training Authority calls on employers to submit Employer Training Grant applications by 5 May 2026 to reclaim up to 50% of VET levy contributions invested in staff training. Over N$306 million is projected for disbursement in the 2025/26 financial year, with eligible training covering NQA-accredited programmes and industry-relevant courses.

    17 April 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 12 April

  1. NamPower urges graduates to start businesses, not seek jobs

    At a graduation ceremony in Windhoek, NamPower managing director Simson Haulofu encouraged 26 graduates to pursue entrepreneurship and job creation rather than relying on traditional employment, emphasising that vocational training and skills development are essential to reducing poverty and spurring economic growth. Officials from the Namibia Training Authority stressed that TVET empowers individuals to create employment and build resilience in sectors critical to Namibia's economy.

    12 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 2 April

  1. NTA urges employers to claim training grants by May 5

    The Namibia Training Authority has reminded employers to submit their Employer Training Grant claims before the 5 May 2026 deadline, allowing them to recover up to 50% of levies paid for training that aligns with national skills development priorities. Unclaimed funds will be redirected to priority training initiatives, and late submissions will result in forfeiture.

    2 April 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 31 March

  1. NAMCOL TVET programmes build Namibian workforce skills for industry

    Namibia College of Open Learning offers accredited technical and vocational training in automotive mechatronics, welding, plumbing, and other trades to equip youth and workers with industry-ready skills. The programmes, supported by NSFAF funding and mandatory job attachments, align with national development priorities and are designed to support Namibia's industrialisation goals.

    31 March 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 30 March

  1. Liberation struggle veteran Albertina Heita laid to rest

    Albertina Tuvahanga Heita, a veteran of Namibia's independence struggle who went into exile at age 19 and later worked in vocational training, died on 18 March aged 70 and was buried at Ondobe Cemetery in Ohangwena. Officials and community members paid tribute to her contributions to both the liberation struggle and post-independence nation-building.

    30 March 2026 · New Era →

Friday 27 March

  1. TVET sector in Namibia faces disparities, skills gaps

    Technical and Vocational Education and Training plays a central role in Namibia's human capital and economic development, with 126 VTCs enrolling 26,442 trainees in 2025, but the sector faces challenges including uneven regional distribution of training centres, persistent skills mismatches in emerging fields, and insufficient funding for infrastructure modernisation.

    27 March 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 24 March

  1. Digital platform bridges Namibia's artisan skills and customer demand gap

    LinkNamibia is a digital marketplace that connects skilled tradespeople with customers across Namibia, addressing both youth unemployment and the shortage of reliable artisan services. The platform vets artisans and handles payments, creating accessible pathways to income for technical graduates without requiring formal business registration or advertising.

    24 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 20 March

  1. Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Centre opens with 253 trainees

    Vice President Lucia Witbooi officially opened the N$127 million Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Centre, one of several regional centres run by the Namibia Training Authority. The centre, financed by an African Development Bank loan, has enrolled 253 trainees (101 women) in courses including solar installation, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and logistics.

    20 March 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 19 March

  1. MP pushes timber value addition and artisan support in Kavango

    Zebaldt Ngaruka Nudo MP Vetaruhe Kandorozu advocated in Parliament for local timber in the Kavango regions to be processed into furniture for government use, and called for incubation centres, grants, and the Youth Credit Scheme to support vocational training graduates and informal artisans in woodworking and other trades. He also proposed that the Zambezi region develop taxidermy services to add value to trophy hunting in conservancies locally rather than exporting for processing elsewhere.

    19 March 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 11 March

  1. Ministry launches regional tertiary education information outreach

    The Ministry of Education has launched a regional outreach programme to inform learners about tertiary education opportunities, admission requirements, and government support, beginning in Kavango West and extending to other regions through March 2026.

    11 March 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 9 March

  1. NTA warns unregistered vocational training providers will be shut down

    The Namibia Training Authority CEO warned unregistered TVET training providers that they face closure, noting that non-compliance and disregard for the country's laws persist in the sector. Currently 71 training providers are registered, with TVET enrolment at approximately 13,500 trainees at the start of the 2026 calendar year.

    9 March 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 8 March

  1. Women comprise 55% of TVET trainee enrolment this year

    The Namibia Training Authority reports that women make up 55% of the 13,512 trainees enrolled at Technical and Vocational Education and Training centres this year. The CEO emphasized TVET's role in supporting economic diversification, youth employability, and skills-driven productivity growth under the Sixth National Development Plan.

    8 March 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 6 March

  1. TVET sector launches 2026 academic year with 13,512 trainees

    Namibia's Technical and Vocational Education and Training sector opened its 2026 academic calendar with record enrolment of 13,512 trainees, 55% of whom are female. NTA CEO and government officials emphasised TVET's role in economic diversification, youth employability, and industrialisation, with 71 registered training providers now operating across the country.

    6 March 2026 · New Era →

Monday 2 March

  1. Health Minister outlines plan for civil servants to use public hospitals

    Health and Social Services Minister Esperance Luvindao presented a readiness strategy for Vision April 2026, a directive requiring civil servants to seek healthcare in public facilities rather than private providers. The implementation plan includes recruitment of over 2,000 health workers, improved medicines procurement, equipment upgrades, and a phased rollout beginning April 1 with senior leaders at seven designated public hospitals.

    2 March 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. 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 →

  3. Minister inaugurates new classrooms at Windhoek primary school

    Education Minister Sanet Steenkamp opened three new classrooms and ablution facilities at Suiderhof Primary School in Windhoek, funded by community contributions of about N$2 million. The ministry plans to roll out similar decongestion projects across several regions to address overcrowding in schools.

    2 March 2026 · Informanté →

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 →

Friday 6 February

  1. Central Elite Social Volleyball League launches February 14

    The Central Elite Social Volleyball League, a nonprofit social volleyball league rooted in community responsibility, will officially launch on 14 February with first matches beginning 21 February and running through November. The league, a collaborative effort among government and educational institutions, aims to strengthen social bonds, promote wellness, and support Katutura State Hospital through CSR activities.

    6 February 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 4 February

  1. Namibia faces Estonia in Davis Cup World Group II play-off

    Namibia will compete against Estonia in a Davis Cup World Group II play-off match in Windhoek this weekend, with the top-ranked Namibian player Connor van Schalkwyk unavailable as he plays for Baylor University. Despite the challenge posed by Estonia's higher world ranking and stronger individual players, captain Codie van Schalkwyk said the team is ready to compete for promotion to World Group II.

    4 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 3 February

  1. NYS opens 2026 TVET intake at Rietfontein Centre

    The National Youth Service has announced its 2026 intake for Technical, Vocational Education and Training programmes, with selected trainees required to report to the Rietfontein Technical Centre in Otjozondjupa Region between 2 and 13 February 2026 for registration and training commencement.

    3 February 2026 · Informanté →

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