Academic graduations are not an end in themselves, hence the need to continue with self-development to keep up with the demands of the job market.
This message was given to 360 students who graduated from the University of Namibia's (UNAM) Katima Mulilo campus on Thursday.
This year, the university invited the Chief Executive Officer of MEATCO, Mwilima Mushokobanji, as the motivational speaker.
Some young graduates are heeding the call to create employment for themselves by starting business ventures.
nbc News spoke to some of the graduates who have started their own businesses at the Know2Grow Nextgen Entrepreneurs Showcase 2023 at Swakopmund.
26-year-old Frieda Amadhila, a biochemist by training, now polishes gemstones for a living, and she says she does not regret her decision.
Amadhila moved from Swakopmund to establish a gemstone cutting and polishing business in Windhoek.
The University of Namibia's Chancellor says the ratio between male and female graduates remains concerning and is a gap that needs to be closed.
Nangolo Mbumba was speaking at the UNAM Spring Graduation Ceremony in Windhoek.
In his address, UNAM Chancellor Nangolo Mbumba commended the university for constantly reviewing its curriculum.
He is, however, not impressed by the number of male graduates.
The African Counsellors Social Development Association (ACSDA), a non-profit organisation, hosted its first graduation ceremony for about 80 graduates, all survivors from the Otweya fire in Narraville who were evicted with other vulnerable members of the Walvis Bay community.
The organisation was born out of a desire to bring change to people's lives and enhance their quality of life while offering counselling services in the spirit of care and transformation.
More than 170 Namibian students graduated in various disciplines of the medical field in Cuba last month.
President Hage Geingob says Namibia is fortunate to have Cuban health professionals extend their services countrywide.
Dr. Geingob hosted the visiting President of Cuba, Miguel Diaz-Canel Bermudez, and his delegation for official talks at State House on Sunday.
Military graduates have been urged to maintain their integrity, remain disciplined, and protect the ethos of the force as they begin their new journey in service.
The call was made at the ceremony to celebrate the completion of rigorous training for 16th Intake Recruits at the Namibian Defence Force Training Centre.
The event, which took place at the Osona Military Base in Okahandja, was attended by dignitaries, officials, and family members.
38 students who graduated in nursing and midwifery at the International University of Management (IUM) took the Florence Nightingale Pledge to carry out their duties with integrity.
The graduates pledged to safeguard the well-being of patients and fulfill their healthcare needs.
IUM founder, Professor David Namwandi, reminded the nurses that commitment and love are what is required from everyone in the profession.
Namwandi says that there is a need to train quality nurses in the country.
Local experts in artificial intelligence say unemployed graduates can still take advantage of the many opportunities available to them digitally.
Despite the high number of students graduating in various fields every year, it's not guaranteed that they will all get employed.
Artificial intelligence experts Audrey Chanakira and Dr. Asteria Pirola, however, believe that not all is lost.
Graduates can incorporate their qualifications into the fast-paced world of work, and they just need to upskill to build a digital career, they say.
The University of Namibia gave the country its first cohort of 16 dentists.
The university held its graduation of health professionals in various disciplines and fields from the Faculty of Health Sciences.
UNAM Vice Chancellor Professor Kenneth Matengu says dentists play a crucial role in society as healthcare providers who specialize in oral health.
