Also known as: NYS
National Youth Service — government organization providing youth training, rehabilitation, and vocational programmes across Namibia, deployed in 2026 infrastructure and reintegration initiatives.
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 →
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 →
The Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs has announced shortlisted candidates for Officer Cadets, Recruits, and National Youth Service positions, who must report to regional centres on Tuesday, 3 February 2026, for Pre-Entry and Physical Fitness Tests. Only successful candidates will proceed to the next phase, with the entire process expected to be finalised by 3 March 2026.
24 January 2026 · Informanté →
Acting National Youth Council executive chairperson Patience Masua says she does not set her own salary, responding to backlash over her reported N$100,000 monthly remuneration for three months. Youth leaders, including the National Council of Students president and Popular Democratic Movement Youth League spokesperson, have criticized the amount as disproportionate given the council's limited financial support to affiliate organizations.
23 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Otjiwarongo constituency councillor Paulus Nekundi is pursuing mining and biomass projects, road rehabilitation, water reticulation, and housing development to grow the region into an investment hub and improve service delivery in settlements. He also aims to upgrade informal areas with tarred roads and electrification while supporting youth through agriculture, entrepreneurship, and vocational training.
14 January 2026 · New Era →