Also known as: Nust · Namibian University of Science and Technology · the Namibian University of Science and Technology · NUST Main Campus
Namibia University of Science and Technology — higher education institution with Eenhana campus that agreed to 5% academic staff pay rise for 2026/27 and faces infrastructure inadequacy despite student growth to 25,000.
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May 2026
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NUSThad60% female and 40% male graduates, with only three of 13 doctoral graduates male
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“Ndaitwah also pointed to the recent NUST graduation, where 60% of the 2,962 graduates were female and only three of the 13 doctoral graduates were male.”
Namibia University of Science and Technologyhas partnered with GWPO to supportresearch, innovation and capacity-building in water management
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“GWPO has already partnered with Namibia University of Science and Technology to support research, innovation and capacity-building in water management and climate resilience.”
Namibia University of Science and Technologywas the institution whereAlexander Mungendje studied public management
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“Mungendje, a public management student at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust), has become the first person in his family to earn a degree.”
Nusthas expandedinfrastructure, academic programmes and research offerings
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“She said the institution has expanded its infrastructure, academic programmes and research offerings while contributing to Namibia's human capital development.”
Namibia University of Science and Technologyis the institution ofa bachelor of agriculture honours student
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“I am a bachelor of agriculture (sustainable agriculture) honours student at the Namibia University of Science and Technology, and a selected participant in the Global Intercultural Project Experience (GIPE+ 2026), a programme funded by the German academic exchange service DAAD.”
NUSTconferred2,962 graduates across all disciplines at May 2026 graduation
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“The president revealed that 2,962 graduates were conferred across all disciplines at the NUST May 2026 graduation, comprising 1,187 men and 1,775 women.”
Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST)graduated2,804 students in 2025
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“The University of Namibia (Unam) conferred qualifications on 4 342 graduands across eight ceremonies at five venues, while the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) graduated 2 804 students in 2025, bringing the total to at least 7 146 in the most recent graduation cycle.”
Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST)announced the appointment ofProfessor Frednand Gideon as Vice-Chancellor
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“THE Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) has announced the appointment of Professor Frednand Gideon as its substantive Vice-Chancellor, following a rigorous recruitment process.”
Namibia University of Science and Technologyhas appointedFrednard Gideon as vice chancellor with effect from August
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“The Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) has appointed Frednard Gideon as its substantive vice chancellor, with effect from the start of August.”
Namibia's Global Cybersecurity Initiative launch calls on young people to move beyond awareness and adopt practical habits to protect themselves, as the country recorded 161,547 cyber events and 513,921 vulnerabilities between April and June 2026. Cybersecurity experts stress that personal digital safety is now an everyday responsibility for individuals, not just IT departments, amid rising risks from phishing, data breaches, and compromised accounts.
Namibia's Global Cybersecurity Initiative launch calls on young people to move beyond awareness and adopt practical habits to protect themselves, as the country recorded 161,547 cyber events and 513,921 vulnerabilities between April and June 2026. Cybersecurity experts stress that personal digital safety is now an everyday responsibility for individuals, not just IT departments, amid rising risks from phishing, data breaches, and compromised accounts.
Academic staff at the Namibia University of Science and Technology will receive a 5% salary increase effective from 1 January 2026, following negotiations between Nust and the Teachers' Union of Namibia for the 2026/27 financial year.
Escalating Middle East conflict and global oil supply disruptions have driven up international crude prices, with petrol increasing by 60c and diesel by 160c per litre as of 2 September. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which handles about 25% of the world's oil supplies, has caused oil prices to spike to around US$120 a barrel.
The National Commission on Research, Science and Technology faces significant institutional and financial challenges, including heavy reliance on external funding, insufficient staffing, and limited specialist research capacity, according to a National Council Standing Committee report. The NCRST is considering a research and development levy and incentives for companies to establish R&D capacity as potential solutions.
The National Council Standing Committee on Education reports that NUST has not significantly expanded its physical infrastructure since 1991, despite student numbers growing from 7,000 to 25,000, creating severe capacity pressures and limiting the university's ability to deliver teaching and research effectively.
The Namibia University of Science and Technology Eenhana campus reinstated student representative council vice president Rebbeus Hashiyana after finding him guilty of misconduct, including behaving in an insulting manner toward university personnel and organizing student action that interfered with academic activities. The university issued him a written warning valid for one academic year, warning that any repeat conduct could attract harsher sanctions.
The Khomas Region Office of the Governor has arranged free municipal bus transport to Heroes' Acre in Windhoek for the Heroes' Day commemoration on 26 August 2026, collecting members of the public from designated pick-up points across Windhoek from 05:00.
The Louis Botha convenience store, a long-standing neighbourhood shop in Windhoek known for ready-made meals and hot chips, has closed after operating for decades. The owner declined to comment on reasons for the closure, though residents speculate increased competition from nearby businesses may have contributed.
Research presented at the launch of the Denga Epaphras Ndaitwah Impact Foundation shows girls outnumber boys in secondary and tertiary enrolment, with boys experiencing higher repetition and school-leaving rates. The foundation aims to provide targeted interventions to address declining male participation and academic outcomes while complementing existing support for girls.
Standard Bank Namibia has appointed Jerome Namaseb as executive officer of personal & private banking, effective 3 August. Namaseb brings over a decade of experience in banking, financial services, strategy and product management, most recently leading the development of the Dâures Green Hydrogen project.
Standard Bank Namibia has appointed Jerome Namaseb as executive officer for personal and private banking, effective 3 August. Namaseb previously served as chief executive of the Daures Green Hydrogen Village and held senior positions in the financial services sector.
Tobias Nghimane, a 58-year-old security officer at Nust's Eenhana campus, has won the university's newly established brand ambassador award for going beyond his core duties and treating everyone with respect. He received a cash prize of N$1 000, a certificate and a hamper.
Anna Shipanga, a long-time centre for Namibia's Desert Jewels netball team, has retired from the national squad. During her career, she represented Namibia at international competitions including the African Netball Championships, and won the M1 Nations Cup in Singapore in 2019 and the UAE Inaugural Cup in 2025.
An opinion piece argues that while Namibia's oil discoveries and green hydrogen investments have attracted global attention, the country must focus on building industries and competitive businesses rather than simply extracting and exporting resources. History shows that natural resources alone rarely transform economies; countries are remembered for what they build.
Three men accused of robbing and killing Stanley Cloete in his Dorado Valley flat on 2 March 2024 pleaded not guilty to murder, two counts of robbery with aggravating circumstances, and defeating the course of justice when their trial began in the High Court. The accused say items including a car, smartphone, laptop, television, watches and clothing were stolen from Cloete, who was assaulted, tied up and stabbed.
A Windhoek conference highlighted how post-graduation unemployment and societal expectations to provide for families are causing rising anxiety and depression among young men in Namibia, with male students in their third and fourth academic years experiencing particularly high anxiety levels.
Shiwana Ndeunyema has been nominated for the 2026 Top 100 Influential Africans in Infrastructure by Powered by Africa, recognised for his leadership in energy, infrastructure governance and national policy. The nomination highlights his 15 years of professional experience and 10-month tenure as Interim Managing Director of NAMCOR amid Namibia's major offshore oil discoveries.
Businessman Leake Hangala told public enterprise chief executives that Namibia's new Cabinet ministers, while young and well-educated, often remind board chairpersons and parastatal leaders of their ministerial authority. Hangala said personality clashes between officials have hindered constructive discussions and called for institutional approaches that do not depend on personalities.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah told parastatals she will not accept long-term plans or bureaucratic delays, demanding instead tangible outcomes within 24 months and threatening personal intervention to remove obstacles to economic development.
Several public enterprises are grappling with aging infrastructure that is costly to maintain and requires urgent modernisation. Officials stressed that public enterprises must modernise facilities and embrace digitalisation to improve efficiency and remain competitive.
Namibia's fast-moving consumer goods industry generates billions of dollars in economic activity through manufacturing, distribution, and retail, yet many workers in the sector—including retail staff, warehouse employees, and drivers—continue to struggle financially despite being essential to the supply chain.
Frednard Gideon has assumed office as vice-chancellor of the Namibia University of Science and Technology on 1 August 2026, bringing more than 25 years of higher education experience. His appointment coincides with NUST's implementation of its 2026–2030 strategic plan, which aims to expand access to quality education, strengthen research and innovation, and enhance international partnerships.
Small businesses across Namibia are increasingly visible on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and WhatsApp, but many lack a strategic approach to digital marketing. Simply posting content and gaining likes does not move potential customers toward purchase; effective digital marketing requires a planned approach that understands customers, communicates value, builds engagement, and converts interest into sales.
Namibia is positioning itself as a potential global green hydrogen hub, leveraging its solar and wind resources, but a new Energy Sector Skills Strategy Report warns that a shortage of specialised skills could slow development of the industry. The flagship Hyphen Hydrogen Energy project is expected to require about 7 GW of renewable energy capacity and 3 GW of electrolyser capacity, with Namibia aiming to produce between 10 million and 15 million tonnes of green hydrogen equivalent annually by 2050.
Namibia's biomass sector, detailed in a new Energy Sector Skills Strategy Report, is gaining recognition for potential to create jobs and develop value chains in charcoal, renewable energy, animal feed and biochar. Bush encroachment affects an estimated 45 million hectares of the country's savanna rangelands, and harvested biomass is increasingly being transformed into valuable economic products, with charcoal production and exports already supporting more than 14,000 workers and ranking Namibia among the world's leading exporters.
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.
The Cabinet has approved a new national policy to regulate prospecting and mining in protected areas and other environmentally sensitive zones, balancing mineral development with environmental conservation. Namibia has also been authorised to sign the statute of the African Mineral Development Centre, enabling participation in the African Union agency dedicated to sustainable mineral development.
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia received 422 applications for its bid evaluation committee, with women making up 235 (56%) and men 187 (44%) of applicants. A CPBN manager attributed the strong response to growing public confidence in Namibia's public procurement system following reforms introduced earlier this year.
The vice president of Namibia University of Science and Technology's Eenhana Satellite Campus SRC, Rebbeus Hashiyana, has been suspended over a media briefing at the campus. He denies inviting media houses and claims the SRC suspended him without hearing his side of the story, saying the invitation that circulated on social media did not originate from his office.
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia received 422 applications from qualified individuals across the country in response to its call for Bid Evaluation Committee members, with 235 (56%) submitted by women and 187 (44%) by men. The board attributes the strong response to recent reforms aimed at strengthening transparency, accountability, and integrity in public procurement processes.