Hundreds of graduates of the Namibian College of Open Learning celebrated their academic excellence when they received certificates, diplomas and degrees during its 25th graduation ceremony in Windhoek.

The Vice President emphasises that education continues to be a national priority and advocates for enhanced collaboration to tackle challenges and create a brighter future for students.

Namibian Broadcasting Corporation's reporter Joseph Muyingo and camera operator Rauna Kapenda gauged the views of the students on what independence means to them.

The education directorate in the Zambezi Region commemorated the 11th African School Feeding Programme yesterday at Ngweze Primary School. 

The Victory Youth Group engaged students and learners over the weekend. 

The event, attended by the Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture, Sanet Steenkamp, is aimed at encouraging, motivating and inspiring them to aim high and overcome any challenges.

Students at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) have been encouraged to embrace resilience and lifelong learning.

More than 21 000 students have enrolled at the International University of Management -IUM for the 2026 academic year, with registration still ongoing.
The milestone was highlighted during the institution's official opening ceremony.

Student representatives have raised concerns over the government's updated subsidised funding model, saying while access to funding has expanded, accommodation remains a major obstacle for many young people seeking higher education, especially in the capital city.

There is a buzz surrounding the newly introduced subsidised tertiary education model.

NBC News gauged tertiary students' opinion in the capital on this new development.

As the nation awaits tomorrow's announcement of the Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary (NSSCO) and Advanced Subsidiary (NSSCAS) Level results, there is a shared sense of anticipation.

There is hope that the outcomes will reflect significant improvement compared to the past four years.