Free University Education from 2026 in Namibia!

Reported by Marian opeyemi fasesan | Sele Media Africa

According to multiple sources, Namibia’s new President Netumbo Nandi‑Ndaitwah has declared that starting 2026, all tuition and registration fees at public universities and technical colleges in Namibia will be fully subsidized by the government. [1]

Key Details & Caveats

• The policy covers public (state‑run) tertiary institutions — universities and technical colleges. [1]
• While tuition and registration fees will be eliminated, students would still cover accommodation and other related costs (e.g., housing, meals, supplies). [2]
• The change will be phased in gradually, rather than implemented all at once. [3]
• The government plans to fund the scheme partially through existing subsidies to universities and the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF). [3]
• Some critics and student groups have flagged concerns about clarity, feasibility, and how it will affect institutional capacity and quality. [3] Citations:

1. AP News: apnews.com/article/e2ba928f6deb9f69553a82d6a9150a96?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2. BBC: www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd7vjzqrwero?utm_source=chatgpt.com
3. The Post News: www.thepostnews.net/2025/04/26/free-tertiary-education-in-namibia-set-for-2026-but-questions-linger/?utm_source=

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