The University of Namibia (UNAM) raised more than N$700,000 towards its foundation during the chancellor's annual charity gala dinner.

The funds will be used to provide bursaries to underprivileged students and training support. 

Namibia's career diplomat and social justice advocate, Bience Gawa!nas, has been appointed as the new Chancellor of the University of Warwick, based in England.

The University of Warwick announced the appointment of Advocate Gawa!nas on its website on Monday, and she will start in January 2025.