“Learners Failed Long Before Exams”, NASA Demands Urgent Action from Education Stakeholders Ahead of 2026 Final Results
By TUW
The National African Students Association (NASA) has called for urgent, proactive measures to address challenges in Namibia’s education system, warning that last-minute reactions to examination results fail to tackle deeper issues affecting learners throughout the academic year.
In a media statement issued today, NASA highlighted a recurring national trend where stakeholders only scrutinise Grade 11 and 12 results once they are released, despite the fact that learners face systemic challenges long before exam outcomes are announced.
According to the association, critical shortcomings—including teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms, and inadequate learning resources—continue to undermine academic performance across the country. It cited examples such as schools in Khomas lacking mathematics teachers, classrooms in Kavango East accommodating up to 60 learners, and learners in Kunene missing out on proper revision time due to rushed syllabi.
The statement further pointed to infrastructure challenges, including schools in Zambezi reportedly operating without water for extended periods, as well as dilapidated facilities in Omusati, textbook shortages in Omaheke, and a lack of laboratories in Ohangwena.
NASA emphasised that examination results should not be viewed as a moment of judgment, but rather as a reflection of collective efforts made throughout the year. The association urged all stakeholders including government, parents, and communities to become actively involved in supporting learners well before results are released.
The organisation specifically called on the Ministry of Education to ensure that all vacant teaching posts, particularly for Grade 11 and 12, are filled by 5 June 2026. It also encouraged parents to take a more consistent role in monitoring their children’s academic progress beyond scheduled school meetings.
As part of its response, NASA announced the upcoming launch of its “Fix My Results Campaign” in June. The initiative aims to shift national focus from blame to solutions by addressing gaps in the education system and improving learner outcomes.
The association has invited stakeholders willing to support or collaborate on the campaign to come forward, stressing that meaningful change will require a united effort.
