The Vice-Chancellor of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), Erold Naomab, has expressed satisfaction with the qualifications conferred in key disciplines, emphasising their importance in shaping Namibia's future.
Professor Naomab made the remarks at the NUST graduation ceremony for the Eenhana satellite campus held at Eembaxu.
Professor Naomab said the university's growth is evident not only in academic excellence but also in the increasing number of graduates and the quality of skills they have acquired.
Naomab noted that the university has grown significantly over the past decade.
In April 2015, NUST graduated 1,924 students, compared to the current 2,804 graduates.
"This growth is not only a reflection of our institutional move towards contributing to our national human resources development agenda as set out in our national plans. This is our way of ensuring that Namibia gains access to quality higher education and expands its skills as required to drive our country forward."
Among the graduates is Paulus Amaambo, who was awarded a Doctor of Philosophy in Natural Resources with a focus on Agriculture and an NQF-level-10.
He wants to see Namibia become self-sustainable in food production.
"My study focused on that, aiming to see credit in terms of demand and supply and credit in terms of investing in the agricultural sector. Once we have addressed that, we will be able to provide and address the challenge of importing food from other countries."
Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, and Arts and Culture Deputy Minister Dino Ballotti commended NUST for its visionary decision to establish a campus in the Ohangwena Region.
He said the bold step symbolises a commitment to equitable access to higher education, innovation, and sustainable development across all corners of the country.
"By bringing world-class academic opportunities closer to the people of Ohangwena, NUST is not only investing in the future of our youth but also a catalyst for economic growth and social upliftment in this region."
He then called on the graduates to go out and become job creators and not job seekers.