SUN calls for suspension, repeal of NCHE entry and funding requirements

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2026-01-15

WINDHOEK, 15 January 2026 - The student Union of Namibia’s (SUN) President, Shikesho Natangwe (R) pictured together with SUN’s Board Chairperson, Benhard Kavau and Media Liason Officer, Ottilie Andreas at a press conference. (Photo: Edward Tenete) NAMPA

WINDHOEK, 15 JAN (NAMPA) - The Student Union of Namibia (SUN) has called for the immediate suspension and repeal of the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) entry and funding requirements, describing them as exclusionary and harmful to access to education.

Addressing the media on Thursday during a press conference in Windhoek, the organisation’s Board Chairperson, Benhard Kavau said the current requirements amount to a “weaponised bureau...

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