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.

A budget of N$28 billion has been allocated to education for the 2026/2027 financial year. 

Contributing to the debate, many MPs, while supportive of the vote, raised concerns about inclusivity, infrastructure, and curriculum modernisation.

Youth activist Gabes Eigowab, from the Omitara settlement, has said limited exposure and a lack of educational institutions and job opportunities continue to hinder motivated young people, despite government inclusivity efforts.

Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture, Dino Ballotti, has said that plans are underway to transform the Namibia College of Open Learning (Namcol) into an open university.

The Hai||om community has raised concerns about persistent challenges in the education sector, particularly the lack of adequate funding for students to further their studies.

The Namibia College of Open Learning (NAMCOL) overall top performer award for 2024 was scooped by Oshana Region's Alfeus Nakanyala.

Nakanyala scored three straight A's in three subjects, which include mathematics.

The Namibia College of Open Learning (NAMCOL) overall top performer award for 2024 was scooped by Oshana Region's Alfeus Nakanyala.

Nakanyala scored three straight A's in three subjects, which include mathematics. 

Namcol registration for Grades 11 and 12 has commenced today under the new curriculum.

Prospective students are required to take along proof of identity, original certificate of highest educational requirement and original statement of results from their most recent examination.

NAMCOL registration for both Grade 11 and 12 learners will start on Monday 20 January throughout the country.

Many Namibian learners who do not pass Grades 11 or 12 often see NAMCOL as a second opportunity to improve their symbols in some subjects.