Oshana: The Namibia National Students Organisation (Nanso) has announced its newly elected national executive committee and an ambitious legislative agenda following its 19th National Students' Congress held at Eheka Senior Secondary School in the Oshana Region.
According to Namibia Press Agency, the congress, which took place from 20 to 23 August 2026, saw student delegates, trainees, and learners from all 14 regions of Namibia convene to elect new leaders that would enhance student advocacy. It was held under the theme 'From Access to Excellence: Safeguarding the Legacy of Resolution 16 through Innovation and Student-Led Research.'
During a media conference on Tuesday, Nanso president Secilia Ambunda announced that the congress elected eight secretaries for various roles, including two alternate members. Salomo Kambada was appointed Secretary for Economic Affairs. Ndiola Mulungeni took on the role of Secretary for Information, Communication and Technology, while Iyalo Shinjele was named Secretary for Legal Affairs. Siabonga Eweb assumed the position of Secretary for Gender, Disability, Marginalised Communities and Social Welfare.
Additionally, Abel Herze was named Secretary for Tertiary Education, and Pauli Shihepo became Secretary for Technical and Vocational Education. Kennedy Kashakuma was appointed Secretary for Basic and Secondary Education, Herzen Neumbo for Political, Research and International Affairs, and Lawrence Swartbooi for Creative Industries, Sports, Culture and Heritage Preservation. Elias Ndara and Katjitorerwe Kavari complete the leadership team as the two alternate members.
Ambunda emphasized that legacy is a call to action, highlighting that Nanso has established itself as a leadership platform, with delegates prioritising tangible solutions for Namibian youth over political illusions. She asserted that the resolutions adopted at the congress signify a shift from discussion to action, outlining clear positions, specific demands, and practical solutions for the challenges faced by Namibian learners, students, and trainees.
'This congress has demonstrated that Nanso remains a school of leadership, not merely by electing leaders, but by confronting the challenges before us and committing itself to the solutions our generation demands. The congress provided delegates with a platform to critically analyse and deliberate on pressing issues and to adopt the resolutions aimed at addressing these challenges,' she stated.
The congress further established key resolutions to tackle student accommodation issues, improve funding disbursements, and enhance vocational education. The organisation also stressed the necessity for reforms in school safety, curriculum updates for emerging energy sectors, and initiatives to promote student wellbeing and inclusion.