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IUM Ongwediva Campus: From Nothing in 1999 to One of the Top Campuses
By: Stephanus Pombili There is a timeless adage that asserts: “Great things often have small beginnings.” This resonates profoundly with the extraordinary journey of the International University of Management (IUM) Ongwediva Campus, which has evolved from modest origins into…
Navigating the risks: How Namibia can safeguard its growing financial hub against cybercrime
By: Victor Ashikoto Namibia is rapidly emerging as one of Africa’s top financial hubs, attracting investors and strengthening its position in regional trade. According to the latest Africa Trade Barometer (ATB), Namibia is now the continent’s second most…
The International University of Management (IUM) Beacon of Transformation
By Stephanus Pombili The International University of Management (IUM) stands as a beacon of hope, innovation, and transformation within Namibia’s higher education landscape. Since its establishment in 1994, IUM has played a pivotal role in providing accessible, affordable,…
Why Business Turnaround Matters for Namibia’s Economy
By: Christof Steenkamp As Namibia continues developing its approach to business turnaround, businesses and financial institutions need to take proactive steps to strengthen financial resilience. By implementing effective strategies, struggling businesses can recover, rebuild, and contribute to the country’s long-term…
First Time at IUM
By: Stephanus Pombili The International University of Management (IUM) was established in 1994 as the Institute of Higher Education by the Honorable Professor David Richard Namwandi. Officially launched as Namibia’s first private university in 2002 by then-President Sam Nujoma,…
FNB Namibia Is Opening New Doors to Home Ownership Through Collective Buying
By: Kirsty Watermeyer In the evolving narrative of financial inclusion and economic empowerment, the launch of FNB Namibia’s Collective Buying represents more than just a new product—it marks a shift in how we conceptualise homeownership, community, and economic mobility. As…
The Presence of IUM Graduate Teachers in All Schools
By: Stephanus Pombili Currently, I find myself in the Ohangwena Region with a singular objective: to assess the performance and presence of International University of Management (IUM) graduates within the education sector. Recent reports, particularly those emanating…
More than a Rush: Strategically Building Namibia’s Green Hydrogen Economy
By: Eunice Shapange Lately, Namibia is buzzing with a new kind of energy, and I don’t just mean oil and gas – I mean green technology. We have seen discourse on social media, on panel discussions, and…
Eenhana IUM Campus: The People’s University
By: Stephanus Pombili The International University of Management (IUM) was founded in 1994 by the Honourable Professor David Namwandi. On 26 October 2002, it was officially launched as Namibia’s first private university. Since then, IUM has experienced tremendous…
NEVER AGAIN: A Nation’s cry for justice, A promise to our children
By: Samuel (Shines) Shinedima There exists no pain more profound, nor grief more unbearable, than that endured by a parent forced to lay their child to rest. It is a sorrow that defies comprehension and shatters the very fabric of…