Namibia National Students Organisation (NANSO) facts for kids
The Namibia National Students Organisation (NANSO) is a student group that works to make education better for students in Namibia. It was started in 1984, which was four years before Namibia became an independent country. NANSO was formed to help all Namibian students get fair chances in education, especially since many were excluded by unfair rules called Apartheid.
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NANSO
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| Founded at | Windhoek |
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| Type | Student Movement |
| Headquarters | Windhoek, Namibia |
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Region
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Oshana, Oshakati, Ohangwena, Kavango West, Kavango East, Zambezi, Hardap, Erongo and Kunene |
| Services | Representing Namibian students |
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President
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Simon Taapopi |
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Vice President
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Gregory Madi |
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Secretary General
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Efraim Ndalipo Paulus |
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Spokesperson
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Dylan Mukoroli |
What Does NANSO Do for Students?
NANSO has been working for Namibian students across the country since it started in 1984. They speak up for students' rights and needs.
Fighting for Fair Education Costs
In 2016, NANSO helped organize many Namibian students. They marched and protested to ask for free registration fees at the two biggest universities in the country. This showed how powerful students can be when they work together.
Who Were Some Important NANSO Leaders?
Many people who later became well-known leaders in Namibia started their journey in NANSO. Here are some of them:
| Name | What They Did in NANSO |
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| Peya Mushelenga | Was the Secretary General |
| Wilhelem Wilhelem | Was the President from 2015 to 2017 |
| Stanley Kavetu | Was the Vice President from 2015 to 2017 |
| Dimbulukeni Nauyoma | Was the Secretary General from 2015 to 2017 |
| Sharonice Busch | Was the Secretary General from 2013 to 2015 |
| Vincent Shimwitwikeni | Was the Spokesperson |
| Herman Walter Rutz | Was the Treasurer |
| Bernadus Swaatbooi | Was a Former Leader |
| Pohamba Shifeta | Was a Former Leader |
| Joseph Diescho | Was a Former Leader |
