Namibia Minute.
24 April 2026
A daily Namibian brief · Est. 2026
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Organization

Unam

Also known as: University of Namibia · Unam FC · University of Namibia's Khomasdal campus · Unam Sport Field · The University of Namibia · Namibia Business School, University of Namibia · university · Academy of Tertiary Education · University of Namibia's Rundu Campus · University of Namibia, School of Medicine · University of Namibia Khomasdal Campus · Clever Boys of Unam · University of Namibia's School of Medicine · the institution · the university

Unam — public university receiving government funding, hosts sports facilities and competition venues.

Society

Deputy education director reflects on teaching as calling

The News

Priscila Tjiroze, a veteran educator in //Kharas region with over 30 years' experience, reflects on her career spanning from classroom teaching to her current role overseeing adult literacy and arts and culture programmes. She emphasises that teaching is a vocation requiring passion, patience, and commitment, while noting challenges such as declining respect for teachers and students losing connection to cultural heritage.

10 April 2026 · New Era

Friday 10 April

  1. Deputy education director reflects on teaching as calling

    Priscila Tjiroze, a veteran educator in //Kharas region with over 30 years' experience, reflects on her career spanning from classroom teaching to her current role overseeing adult literacy and arts and culture programmes. She emphasises that teaching is a vocation requiring passion, patience, and commitment, while noting challenges such as declining respect for teachers and students losing connection to cultural heritage.

    10 April 2026 · New Era

Thursday 9 April

  1. Namibia Premier Football League resumes after two-week break

    The NPFL returns this weekend with several key matches, including a closely contested title race between log leaders African Stars SC (50 points) and Eeshoke Chula Chula (49 points). Multiple fixtures across the country will see clubs competing to secure positions in the top eight before the season concludes.

    9 April 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 8 April

  1. Young Ruacana student pursues law to inspire others

    Dula Melania, an 18-year-old second-year LLB student at the University of Namibia, has overcome limited access to legal resources in her remote hometown to pursue a legal career. She advocates for broadening access to the profession for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, viewing her success as a way to prove that geographic origin need not limit opportunity.

    8 April 2026 · New Era

  2. Swapo MP James Uerikua dies in car accident

    Swapo member of Parliament and former Otjozondjupa governor James Unomasa Uerikua died in a car accident between Otjiwarongo and Okakarara on Friday, along with his 14-year-old son. Parliamentary colleagues and opposition leaders mourned him as a capable legislator, committed servant, and respected figure across political divides.

    8 April 2026 · New Era

  3. Young rugby player calls for expanded youth development focus

    Unam player McHenry Kambatuku says Namibian rugby development is skewed toward the senior national team, leaving gaps at youth levels that need urgent attention through school programmes, better coaching, and consistent competition opportunities. He argues that early exposure to rugby, strong coaching, and local business support are essential to build the sport from grassroots level up.

    8 April 2026 · New Era

  4. Namibia mourns parliamentarian James Uerikua, aged 43

    Swapo parliamentarian and former Otjozondhupa governor James Uerikua died aged 43 in a car accident on Friday, along with one of his sons. President Nandi-Ndaitwah described him as a "young and promising leader" whose loss comes at a time when the country needs clarity and commitment on complex challenges.

    8 April 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 7 April

  1. Okongo councillor outlines development projects and infrastructure plans

    Efraim Shipindo, councillor for Okongo constituency in Ohangwena, has described progress in agricultural diversification, youth empowerment, education, and water access, while identifying road infrastructure upgrades and financial constraints as ongoing challenges for the remote region.

    7 April 2026 · New Era

  2. President appoints new ministerial and deputy ministerial officials

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed several new officials to ministerial and deputy ministerial positions, including Charles Mubita as minister in the Presidency, Hambeleleni Ndjaleka as deputy minister of health and social services, and others to various portfolio positions across government departments.

    7 April 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 6 April

  1. Three Otjiwarongo primary school teachers killed in road accident

    Three teachers from Tsaraxa-Aibes Primary School in Otjiwarongo died in a head-on collision on 19 March between Okahandja and Otjiwarongo after the driver of a sedan swerved to avoid guinea fowl. The deceased teachers—Veronika Hoaes, Aina Jonas, and Roseline Shikulo—were mourned at a community memorial service on Thursday, with families describing them as dedicated educators and devoted family members.

    6 April 2026 · The Namibian

  2. All-women camera crew covers Namibian Newspaper Cup event

    An all-women camera crew from the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology documented the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup 2026, reflecting growing female representation in Namibia's technical media roles. The three-member crew—Ester Mweulyao, Ndakondja Kapenambili, and Hendrina Kagolo—hold qualifications in media studies, communications, and electronics from various local institutions.

    6 April 2026 · The Namibian

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