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The Namibian
Simon Namesho says Unam's training requires reporting conflicts to supervisors.
“"Unam's training is explicit that a nurse must report a conflict or difficult interaction with a patient or family member to a supervisor through the proper clinical channels," he says.”
Okahandja nurse admits assaulting baby’s motherThe Namibian
Unam spokesperson Simon Namesho says Ndjamba's journey is one of perseverance, courage and the life-changing impact of opportunity
“Unam spokesperson Simon Namesho says Ndjamba's journey is one of perseverance, courage and the life-changing impact of opportunity.”
Starting school at 13, dream still aliveThe Namibian
Unam spokesperson Simon Namesho says the degree is the first of its kind in Namibia and one of only a few sport coaching degree programmes in Africa
“Namesho says the degree is the first of its kind in Namibia and one of only a few sport coaching degree programmes in Africa.”
Study sport coaching at UnamNew Era
Simon Namesho said eligible students will be required to sign a formal payment agreement with the university
“Eligible students will be required to sign a formal payment agreement with the university, Unam's manager for public relations and media operations, Simon Namesho, said.”
N$50 000 Unam debt cap for registrationNew Era
Namesho said payment agreements must be signed by 16 February 2026 or result in restricted portal access
“"Payment agreements must be signed and submitted by 16 February 2026. Failure to comply will result in restricted access to the student portal and may lead to deregistration," he said.”
N$50 000 Unam debt cap for registrationNew Era
Simon Namesho said for Unam's schools such as Allied Health Sciences and Medicine, applications must be submitted during August-October period
“He said for Unam's schools, such as Allied Health Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, and Veterinary Medicine, applications must be submitted during the August-October period.”
Govt to foot student registration bill …as Unam med schools run out of spaceThe Namibian
Unam spokesperson Simon Namesho told The Namibian the university is not charging registration fees, as qualifying students fall under the government-subsidised tertiary education model
“Unam spokesperson Simon Namesho told The Namibian yesterday that the university is not charging registration fees, as qualifying students fall under the government-subsidised tertiary education model.”
Nust to refund registration fees as government-subsidised tertiary education beginsThe Namibian
Unam spokesperson Simon Namesho could not provide feedback on Saturday as he was travelling
“Unam spokesperson Simon Namesho could on Saturday not provide feedback on the matter as he was travelling, but promised to respond soon.”
Unam students told to leave hostel for renovations amid examsThe Namibian
Unam spokesperson Simon Namesho says the Unam Foundation awarded three commerce students bursaries to the value of N$216 890
“Unam spokesperson Simon Namesho says the Unam Foundation awarded three commerce students bursaries to the value of N$216 890 from Namibia Asset Management.”
Student wants to work even harder after bursaryA nurse at Okahandja hospital pleaded guilty to assaulting a baby's mother and paid an admission of guilt fine of N$300; the nurse claimed she was not briefed on how to react in such instances. University of Namibia says nursing training explicitly forbids physical aggression and includes conflict-handling modules and protocols for reporting difficult interactions through proper clinical channels.
15 hours ago · The Namibian →
A nurse at Okahandja hospital pleaded guilty to assaulting a baby's mother and paid an admission of guilt fine of N$300; the nurse claimed she was not briefed on how to react in such instances. University of Namibia says nursing training explicitly forbids physical aggression and includes conflict-handling modules and protocols for reporting difficult interactions through proper clinical channels.
15 hours ago · The Namibian →
Students at Shiramed Medical Institute in Katima Mulilo have negotiated with the institution to pay tuition fees with cattle instead of cash, an arrangement the principal tutor says has helped those without ready cash but who own livestock. The Students Union of Namibia supports the model, suggesting payment with livestock and agricultural produce could help rural families access higher education.
14 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Sophia Ndjamba, born with osteogenesis imperfecta, started Grade 1 at age 13 due to hospital visits but persevered through schooling despite community mockery and physical challenges. She graduated from the University of Namibia with a diploma in library and information science among 1,277 graduates.
12 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The University of Namibia has introduced a bachelor's degree in sport coaching, the first of its kind in the country, in response to growing demand for formally qualified coaches and skills gaps in Namibia's sport ecosystem. The programme, with an initial intake of 25 students, will equip graduates for employment in schools, clubs, sport federations, and community contexts, and includes work-integrated learning opportunities.
3 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The University of Namibia has set a N$50,000 debt threshold allowing senior undergraduate students to register for 2026 without paying their full outstanding balances upfront, provided they sign a formal payment agreement. Students owing more than N$50,000 must reduce their balances below the threshold first, and payment agreements must be signed by 16 February 2026.
29 January 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's tertiary institutions have adjusted systems to implement a subsidised funding model where eligible students register without paying fees, with government committed to covering resulting financial shortfalls. Universities have begun refunding students who paid registration fees before the policy announcement, though refunds are subject to verification and the subsidy does not apply to students with outstanding obligations or those who have failed previous years.
23 January 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia University of Science and Technology announced it will refund eligible students who have already paid registration fees, following an education ministry directive implementing government-subsidised tertiary education at public universities. Under the policy, no public university is allowed to charge registration or tuition fees for qualifying students, though those with outstanding financial obligations or academic failures must settle applicable fees before registering.
21 January 2026 · The Namibian →