Africa-Press – Namibia. THE Namibia Training Authority (NTA) has appointed Erick Fundula Nenghwanya as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective from 1 April 2024, for a five-year term.
Mornay Louw, NTA’s Manager of Corporate Communications, Marketing & Advocacy, revealed that Nenghwanya was selected after an extensive recruitment process conducted by the Board with the assistance of an independent recruitment agency. Louw disclosed that, at the time of his appointment, Nenghwanya had served at NTA for eight years, holding the position of Centre Manager at Nakayale Vocational Training Centre in Outapi, Omusati Region.
“Mr. Nenghwanya holds a Master’s degree in Educational Policy and Leadership from East China Normal University; an International Diploma in Educational Planning and Administration from the National University of Educational Planning and Administration of India; as well as a Diploma in Water Technology from the Technical College of Magdeburg, Germany,” Louw said.
Louw further revealed that Nenghwanya had obtained professional certifications in Management and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) from the International Labor Organization in Italy, Magdeburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Germany, and the University of Stellenbosch in South Africa, respectively.
In response to the appointment, Jerome Mutumba, Chairperson of the NTA Board, expressed confidence in Nenghwanya’s skills and expertise to lead the NTA during a pivotal phase, coinciding with the approval of the NTA’s five-year Integrated Strategic Business Plan, set to take effect from 1 April 2024.
“I look forward to serve the NTA and build on its impressive track record of impactful growth. In unlocking the transformative power of TVET to harness the youth dividend and make a tangible impact, we must not cease to innovate, improve and scale new heights,” Nenghwanya added.
For More News And Analysis About Namibia Follow Africa-Press
