Empowering Namibia’s future scientists through innovation and opportunity

Windhoek became a hub of youthful brilliance as learners from all 14 regions of Namibia gathered at the NUST Engineering Basement for the grand finale of three national flagship competitions: the National Science Fair, National Science Quiz, and the Namibia Mathematics Olympiad from 9–12 September 2025.

Following the spirited contests, over 150 learners reconvened for the 2025 Mathematics and Science Promotional Programmes Award Ceremony, a celebration of innovation, talent, and future potential. Hosted by the National Commission on Research, Science and Technology (NCRST), the ceremony marked the official conclusion of these transformative initiatives, each designed to ignite curiosity and inspire the next generation of scientific thinkers and problem-solvers.

These programmes are more than competitions; they are catalysts for curiosity and stepping stones toward careers in science, technology, and innovation. From regional quizzes to Olympiad victories, learners demonstrated not only academic excellence but also a growing passion for scientific exploration.

Top honours

• Khomas Region claimed gold in the National Science Quiz, followed by Oshikoto and Omusati.

• Windhoek Technical High School led the Regional Quiz Awards, earning N$10,000 in science equipment.

• Oshikoto’s Northcote Academy and Omusati’s Onawa Secondary School followed as runners-up.

• In the Mathematics Olympiad, Nehale Secondary School and Rev. Juuso Shikongo SS (Oshikoto) each received N$10,000 and a floating trophy.

• Khomas Region schools - Concordia College, Windhoek High School, and CJ Brandt High School, earned runnerup status and N$5,000 each.

• Erongo Region took home the Best Region Award in the National Science Fair.

Focusing on Investing in tomorrow, Debmarine Namibia’s support for NCRST is part of a broader commitment to nurturing scientific talent. Through the “I Love STEAM” initiative, the company has reached schools including Delta School, Olof Palme School, Namutoni Primary School, St Paul’s College, Keystone Elementary, and Martti Ahtisaari Primary School. Regional bootcamps in Khomas, Hardap, and ||Kharas have introduced learners to the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM).

STEAM facilitator Tsepo Washoma reflected on the programme’s impact:

“It has truly been an inspiring journey working with the learners. Their curiosity, eagerness to learn, and creative thinking made every lesson a joy to teach.”

Through hands-on activities, learners gained practical knowledge, built confidence, and developed critical thinking and teamwork skills, laying the foundation for future careers in science and innovation.

To Debmarine Namibia, science is not just a subject, it’s a tool for problem-solving, a driver of innovation, and a pathway to national development. Debmarine Namibia’s investment in science education reflects its belief that empowering young minds today builds a resilient, skilled workforce for tomorrow.