An alarming gap in human capital development has been highlighted, with children born in Namibia projected to achieve only 45% of their productive potential as adults, compared to 88% in Singapore, a disparity linked to weaknesses in the country's education system.
The Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA) is calling on the public to verify information on qualifications to help protect the integrity of the education system.
Erongo Governor Neville Andre acknowledges that Namibia's education system has made significant strides over the past 35 years of democracy, yet it still faces challenges.
The All Peoples Party (APP) presidential candidate Ambrosius Kumbwa said if elected, his government will focus on improving the education system.
Kumbwa said this at the launch of the party's 2024 Election Manifesto at Rundu.
Although Namibia's education system has made great strides in the past 30 years, the sector is still facing challenges.
A lack of basic school infrastructure and crowded classes are some of the bottlenecks compromising education for all and optimum outcomes.
The Manager of TVET Standards at the Namibia Training Authority is concerned over the education system's treatment of informal and non-formal education.
SWANU is calling for a relook of Namibia's education system, describing the current one as a disservice that disadvantages the learners.
The National Council has called for an urgent investigation into the poor performance of the country's education system.
