Also known as: TUN
Teachers Union of Namibia — public service union representing teachers, engaged in wage negotiations and protesting healthcare and salary policies.
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Vice President of the Teachers Union of Namibia, Tjandero Tjituka revealed many teachers are trapped in debt with high-interest cash loan deductions
“THE Vice President of the Teachers Union of Namibia, Tjandero Tjituka, revealed that many teachers are trapped in debt, with many left with little to live on after payroll deductions linked to high-interest cash loans.”
Teachers’ union raises alarm over teachers’ debt crisisThe Namibian
Teachers Union of Namibia submitted petition rejecting 5% salary increase and 100% Psemas cover
“The petition submitted by the Teachers Union of Namibia, the Public Service Union of Namibia and the Namibia National Nurses Union argues that the policy would compel civil servants to seek medical treatment exclusively at designated state health facilities.”
3 unions reject Govt 5% salary increase and Psemas coverNew Era
Teachers Union of Namibia indicated will engage in peaceful demonstration on Friday 20 March 2026
“In a letter addressed to both the President and the Office of the Prime Minister, unions, including the Teachers Union of Namibia and the Namibia Nurses Union, indicated that on Friday 20 March 2026, civil servants across the country will engage in a peaceful demonstration.”
Govt employees protest Psemas reforms todayThe Namibian
Teachers Union of Namibia (TUN) secretary general Mahongora Kavihuha said 100% employee medical aid contribution directive was implemented without consultation
“Teachers Union of Namibia (TUN) secretary general Mahongora Kavihuha told The Namibian the 100% employee medical aid contribution directive by president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's administration has been done without consultation.”
Teachers, public servants to demonstrate against medical aid contribution increase, use of state hospitalsInformanté
Teachers Union of Namibia announced a nationwide work pause on 20 March to protest salary and healthcare directives.
“Teachers Union of Namibia (TUN) Secretary General Mahongora Kavihuha announced the planned work pause on Tuesday, saying the action is intended to highlight the economic hardship faced by public servants and to formally submit a petition outlining their grievances.”
Public servants to stage nationwide work pause on 20 MarchThe Namibian
Teachers Union of Namibia secretary general Mahongora Kavihuha expressed disappointment saying what is happening is wrong
“Teachers Union of Namibia secretary general Mahongora Kavihuha yesterday expressed disappointment, saying what is happening is wrong and that he would issue a statement today to express their dismay.”
Govt to cover 100% for medical aidNew Era
Teachers Union of Namibia (TUN) disputed the reported salary agreement
“However, the reported agreement has been strongly disputed by the Teachers Union of Namibia (TUN).”
Nantu ‘accepts’ 5% salary incrementThe Namibian
Teachers Union of Namibia secretary general Mahongora Kavihuha says plans to involve private sector for funding involves the state running away from its responsibilities
“Kavihuha says plans to involve the private sector for funding involves the state running away from its responsibilities.”
Political parties promise better internet, digitisation, more classrooms, curriculum reform ahead of November electionsThe Teachers Union of Namibia says many teachers are trapped in high-interest debt from loan companies, with some left with as little as N$500 after payroll deductions, in violation of Labour Act provisions capping deductions at one-third of remuneration. The union is calling for stricter enforcement of existing legislation and financial literacy programmes to address the crisis.
19 hours ago · Informanté →
The Teachers Union of Namibia says many teachers are trapped in high-interest debt from loan companies, with some left with as little as N$500 after payroll deductions, in violation of Labour Act provisions capping deductions at one-third of remuneration. The union is calling for stricter enforcement of existing legislation and financial literacy programmes to address the crisis.
19 hours ago · Informanté →
Bethuel Tjaveondja, addressing the Standing Committee on Education, Science, ICT and Youth Development, called for stronger parliamentary oversight through direct engagement with institutions under the committee's portfolio, arguing that effective oversight requires more than examining reports and policy documents.
6 July 2026 · The Namibian →
A parliamentary standing committee has launched public hearings on whether existing laws adequately protect citizens from exploitation by lending institutions and informal money lenders, prompted by rising indebtedness among households, particularly civil servants. The inquiry focuses on payday loans, which account for 82% of new loans issued by microlenders, and the payroll deduction system used in the public service, which may encourage excessive borrowing despite Labour Act provisions limiting total deductions to one-third of remuneration.
15 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Three public service unions gathered at Omusati Regional Council to reject the government's 5% salary increase for civil servants and the "Vision April 2026" proposal requiring Psemas members to use only public health facilities. The unions argue the healthcare policy threatens worker rights and freedom of choice, and say the government failed to consult them before proposing changes that affect conditions of employment.
21 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Unions representing civil servants, including the Teachers Union of Namibia and the Namibia Nurses Union, staged a nationwide strike on 20 March 2026 to protest government reforms to the Public Service Medical Aid Scheme requiring them to use public health facilities. The unions argue the directive will negatively affect working conditions, citing concerns over deteriorating state healthcare facilities.
20 March 2026 · New Era →
Public servants and teachers plan to demonstrate on Friday against a 100% increase in Public Service Medical Aid Scheme contributions and a directive requiring treatment at public hospitals, calling it an Economic National Day of Action. The Teachers Union of Namibia says the presidential directive was implemented without consultation and violates basic employment conditions, though the education ministry has ordered schools to remain fully operational with staff attendance recorded.
20 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian public servants will stage a nationwide work pause on 20 March to protest a five percent salary increase and a presidential directive requiring them to use public health facilities. Teachers Union of Namibia Secretary General Mahongora Kavihuha said the action aims to highlight economic hardship and deliver petitions to regional governors and State House, while unions involved in wage negotiations face potential legal action.
12 March 2026 · Informanté →
The government will pay 100% of medical aid for civil servants from 1 April, removing a 5% levy previously charged to service providers, while civil servants and senior officials must use public hospitals. The change follows an agreement between public sector unions and the Cabinet, and includes salary increments of 5% for most grades effective 1 April this year, with a further 5% increase from 2027.
27 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia National Teachers' Union's Rundu branch reported concluding negotiations with government for a 5% salary increase for teachers in the 2026/2027 and 2027/2028 financial years, with no increase for 2025/2026, alongside increases in medical aid contributions. However, the Teachers Union of Namibia disputed the agreement, stating that any national-level salary deal must be publicly signed between recognized bargaining parties and that TUN has not been party to concluded negotiations.
24 February 2026 · New Era →