Castro Shipapo’s workday begins long before lessons start at Muhopi Primary School in the Kavango East region. At 04h00 each morning, while the village sleeps, he rises for prayer, meditation and exercise. By the time learners arrive at school, he is fully prepared mentally, physically and spiritually to carry the responsibility of educating children for...
Lahja Nashuuta Hileni Kulaumone Kapepo is an experienced Namibian educator, committed to teaching children throughout her career. She has been part of the education sector since 1999, beginning her journey as a passionate young teacher in the public service. After graduating with Diploma in Education from the then-Windhoek College of Education, now the University of...
Lahja Nashuuta Melanie Goamus, principal of Arandis Primary School in the Erongo region, said her choice to enter public service was shaped by her upbringing and her father’s commitment to education. It is often said that people are shaped by their environment, and this is true for Goamus. She was raised in a family where...
William Ian van Wyk (51) is a dedicated civil servant with 28 years of experience within the halls of the Parliament of Namibia, serving as a systems controller and videographer for the National Assembly. His role is to be the ‘eyes’ of the public, ensuring that every debate, motion and legislative decision is captured visually...
Moses Tobias, popularly known as Sondre, is a visually impaired schoolteacher and public servant who is committed to educating Namibian children against all odds. He is currently working as a grade 8 and 9 teacher at Nakambunda Primary School in the Ohangwena region. “I refused to allow blindness to limit my participation. I wanted to...
Zebaldt Ngaruka Tauno Natangwe Iikela is a public relations (PR) practitioner with over 14 years of experience working in the public sector, both at operational and supervisory levels. He joined the public service early in 2012 and was exposed to it while still a student at the University of Namibia (Unam). As part of his...
Loide Nghiishililwa began her teaching career at a young and energetic age of 22, in January 2013, as an English Second Language and Oshindonga First Language teacher in the Khomas region at Acacia High School. Her love for teaching and education led her to concurrently teach at Namibia College of Open Learning (NAMCOL) as a...
Taimi Haihambo In the heart of Namibia’s healthcare system stands Dr. Milton Allistair Dax, a dedicated medical professional whose story embodies commitment, compassion, and leadership. As the acting senior medical officer in the Urology Department at Windhoek Central Hospital, Dr. Dax has devoted his career to ensuring that every Namibian has access to quality medical...
In the Ministry of Finance and Social Grants, few figures embody the spirit of dedication and innovation in public service quite like Rauna Mukumangeni does. She is the director of the public-private partnerships (PPPs) unit. Her journey from a small northern village to a strategically significant position in government is a story of perseverance, purpose...
Leilah Nkandi is a passionate information technology systems administrator at the Ministry of home affairs, where she is making a difference in government by using technology to improve service delivery and efficiency. Before joining the public service, she worked as a bookkeeper at the Super Save Wholesaler and later moved into the IT field, where...