The University of Namibia (UNAM) awarded degrees to 669 students during its spring graduation ceremony, including 15 PhDs.

UNAM Vice-Chancellor Kenneth Matengu praised the graduates for their hard work and perseverance throughout their academic journeys. 

Namibia's Ambassador to France, Albertus !Aochamub says there is a need for continuous support for students who graduate in technical and vocational skills subjects.

!Aochamub spoke to the nbc News team on the margins of the ongoing 47th WorldSkills International Competition in Lyon, France.