Academic institution in South Africa where Namibian researchers and professionals have studied, including programs on genocide history and marine biology.
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Windhoek Observer
Josephine Edward completed master's degree at University of the Western Cape in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology
“She later completed a master's degree in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology at the University of the Western Cape.”
YOUNG OBSERVER | Marine biologist calls for greater investment in youth-led ocean innovationNew Era
University of the Western Cape awarded a PhD to Perivi John Katjavivi on Namibian Genocide
“Perivi John Katjavivi has earned a groundbreaking PhD on Namibian Genocide from the University of the Western Cape.”
Congratulations…Informanté
Trophimus Hiwilepo holds a degree from University of the Western Cape
“Hiwilepo, who holds a degree from the University of the Western Cape, completed specialized training in Norway and has also undertaken various corporate governance, leadership, and technology-specific courses.”
Hiwilepo is MTC's new Board ChairmanThe Namibian
University of the Western Cape revealed in research high failure rate of small businesses before fifth anniversary
“The high failure rate, revealed in research by the University of the Western Cape, highlights the fragility of the small business sector, a key pillar of job creation and economic growth.”
Inside SA’s Collective Shapers programmeAt the launch of the Namibia Country Sport Profile research publication and sports seminar, Education Minister Dr. Sanet L. Steenkamp called for professionalisation and commercialisation of Namibia's sport sector, describing the profile as a reflective document for the nation's sporting development.
17 September 2026 · The Namibian →
At the launch of the Namibia Country Sport Profile research publication and sports seminar, Education Minister Dr. Sanet L. Steenkamp called for professionalisation and commercialisation of Namibia's sport sector, describing the profile as a reflective document for the nation's sporting development.
17 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Financial Intelligence Centre has appointed Zenobia Barry as its acting director effective 1 October, following Bryan Eiseb's reassignment to director general of the Anti-Corruption Commission. Barry, currently general manager responsible for legal, policy and enforcement, brings 31 years of professional experience and expertise in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing frameworks.
3 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Josephine Edward, founder of Lady Marine Consultancy, calls for greater investment in ocean innovation and youth-led enterprises to unlock new industries and employment in Namibia's blue economy beyond traditional fishing. Edward, who studied at the University of Namibia and University of the Western Cape, previously worked at the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources on ichthyoplankton research.
10 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia University of Science and Technology men's hockey team won the USSA C Section championship at the 2026 tournament in Stellenbosch, defeating all five opponents to secure promotion to the B Section for 2027, while the women's team competed in the B Section for experience. David Britz won the tournament's Top Goal Scorer and Player of the Tournament awards.
6 July 2026 · New Era →
Perivi John Katjavivi has completed a PhD at the University of the Western Cape on the Namibian Genocide, using innovative acoustic, virtual and cinematic storytelling to document the 1904–1908 genocide.
12 April 2026 · New Era →
The Mobile Telecommunications Company (MTC) has appointed Trophimus Hiwilepo as its new Board Chairperson from 13 February 2026, replacing the late Theofelus Mberirua. Hiwilepo, a non-executive director since July 2024, holds a degree from the University of the Western Cape and serves on other corporate boards including NAMCOR and Gondwana Collection.
22 February 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's transformation of vocational training centres into specialised TVET colleges presents an opportunity to embed artificial intelligence into education and skills development. However, successful integration requires deliberate policy, investment in digital infrastructure, instructor upskilling, and ethical frameworks to avoid deepening inequalities between urban and rural institutions.
10 January 2026 · The Namibian →