University of Namibia Education Conference (EduCon) 2026

About the Conference

EDUCON is a bi-annual research conference organised by the School of Education under the Faculty of Education and Human Sciences at The University of Namibia. This year’s conference theme is ” Reimagining and Shaping Education beyond 2030 through Innovation, Inclusivity, Resilience, and Sustainability“. 

Ultimately, the overall objective of the conference is to weave the five themes into a coherent and actionable framework, through fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas that will empower educators, shape resilient institutions, and chart a collective path toward an innovative, inclusive, and sustainable educational future for generations to come. Register Now

The objective will be explored through the following tracks:

Sub-Theme II: Fostering Inclusivity and Equity in Teaching and Learning

  1. Multilingual Education and Indigenous Language Preservation in Classrooms
  2. Advancing inclusive education through the frameworks of advanced and emerging technologies
  3. Gender Equity in Education: Breaking Barriers from Early Years to Secondary
  4. Community-School Partnerships: Building Bridges for Inclusive Education

Sub-Theme III: Building Resilience in Educators and Students

  1. Building Emotionally Resilient Teachers and Learners
  2. Crisis-Ready Education: Lessons from COVID-19 and Beyond
  3. Teacher Well-being and Professional Sustainability

Sub-Theme IV: Sustainable Education for a Better Future

  1. Environmental Education: Integrating Sustainability Across the Curriculum
  2. Sustainable School Management and Resources Utilisation
  3. Quality Education for All: From Foundation to Secondary Level
  4. Practical Indigenous Pedagogies

Sub-Theme V: Adult Education, Organisational Learning and Community Development

  1. Lifelong Learning as a Human Right
  2. Community-Based Learning for Local Solutions
  3. Digital Inclusion and Media Literacy
  4. Health and Well-Being Integration
  5. Gender Equity and Social Inclusion
  6. Organisational Learning & Development

Sub-Theme VI: General Education Issues

  1. Teacher Professional Development in the Digital Era
  2. Research-Informed Practice in Teacher Training
  3. Globalisation and Localisation of Education
  4. Decolonising Education
  5. Social justice and education

Sub Theme I: Innovation in Pedagogy and Technology

  1. Digital Transformation in Teacher Education: Preparing Educators for 21st Century Classrooms
  2. AI and EdTech Integration: Enhancing Learning Across all Educational Levels
  3. Innovative Pedagogical Approaches for Multi-Level Learning Environments
  4. Creative Assessment Methods: Moving Beyond Traditional Testing

Submission Dates

  • Extended Abstracts Deadline: 30th of April 2026
  • Notification of Acceptance: 02 – 31st of May 2026
  • Full Papers Deadline: 30th of July 2026

Target Participants

  • Academics in higher education institutions
  • Higher education leaders (Vice Chancellors, Deans, Directors and Heads of Department, etc.)
  • Teachers and other education stakeholders
  • Government officials
  • Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs)
  • Business sector
  • Development partners
  • Students and Student Organisations
  • Parents
  • Community development officials
  • Learning and Development practitioners
  • Officials responsible for Adult Education programmes
  • Organisational Development (OD) Practitioners

About EDUCON 2026

EDUCON is a bi-annual research conference organised by the School of Education under the Faculty of Education and Human Sciences at The University of Namibia. This year’s conference theme is ” Reimagining and Shaping Education beyond 2030 through Innovation, Inclusivity, Resilience, and Sustainability“. The conference will take place on the 08th – 10th September 2026, in Windhoek, Namibia.

The global education landscape stands at a critical juncture as we steer beyond 2030, facing unprecedented challenges that demand transformative approaches to teaching and learning. As nations worldwide commit to the Sustainable Development Goals and work toward reimagining education for future generations, there is an urgent need for dialogue that bridges innovation with equity, resilience with sustainability, and global aspirations with local realities. The University of Namibia recognises this pivotal moment and is proud to convene educators, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to collectively shape an education system that is responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking.
The conference is strategically structured around four interconnected pillars that reflect on global priorities in diverse educational landscapes. The first, Innovation in Pedagogy and Technology, confronts the digital revolution head-on, challenging educators to integrate artificial intelligence, creative pedagogies, and transformative assessment to prepare learners for the complexities of the 21st century. This is inextricably linked to the second pillar, Fostering Inclusivity and Equity, which places our specific national context, such as multilingual education, indigenous knowledge, and gender equity at the heart of a global conversation on Universal Design for Learning and community engagement. We assert that true innovation must be inclusive, ensuring no learner is left behind in the pursuit of educational advancement.
Furthermore, the conference taps into the foundational human elements required to sustain these shifts. The theme of Building Resilience in Educators and Students addresses the well-being of the educational community, drawing crucial lessons from global disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic to foster environments where both teachers and learners can thrive amidst adversity. This focus on resilience directly supports the fourth pillar, Sustainable Education for a Better Future, which moves beyond environmental stewardship to encompass sustainable resource management, the decolonisation of pedagogies, and the cultivation of educational practices that are culturally relevant and enduring for indigenous contexts

Conference Secretariat

EDUCON 2024 Management Committee:

  1. Chairperson: Dr Sadrag Panduleni Shihomeka (CPRP)
  2. Vice Chairperson: Dr Enock Simasiku
  3. Conference Advisor: Prof. Daphne Ntiri (Full Bright Scholar)
  4. Associate Dean: Dr John Nyambe

 

Marketing Committee:

  1. Dr Faustina Neshila Committee Chairperson
  2. Ms Zenaune Karirao
  3. Dr Percy Mashebe
  4. Mr Johannes Shivute
  5. Mr Brian Kabuku
  6. Ms Rauna Namukwambi
  7. Mr Donald Jossob
  8. Ms Lynette Diergaardt
  9. Dr Nchindo Mbukusa
  10. Ms Lydia Aipinge (Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture)

 

Finance / Fundraising Committee:

  1. Ms Serena Hoeses Committee Chairperson
  2. Ms Anica Katjiteo Committee Vice Chairperson
  3. Ms Charlene Kaereho
  4. Ms Richardine Poulton-Busler
  5. Dr Helena Miranda
  6. Dr Daniel Mbangula
  7. Dr Annaly Strauss
  8. Dr Collin Tjitemisa
  9. Dr Josua Lukas
  10. Dr Tadeus Shikukumwa
  11. Ms Lydia Aipinge (Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture)
  12. Mr Mzingisi Gqwede (Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture)

 

Logistics Committee:

  1. Mr Andre Kandundu
  2. Mr Noah Gaoseb Committee Chairperson
  3. Ms Ivy Heyman van Wyk Committee Vice Chairperson
  4. Mr Sakaria Shaakalela
  5. Mr Fransisku Lukas
  6. Ms Loide Shifula
  7. Mr Romanus Shiremo
  8. Ms Penehafo Henok
  9. Mr Andreas Amutenya
  10. Ms Tertisia Nghipondoka
  11. Dr Beausetha Bruwer
  12. Ms Nicolette Harmse
  13. Ms Margareth Ruhozu
  14. Ms Lydia Aipinge (Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture)
  15. Mr Mzingisi Gqwede (Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture)

 

Technical / IT:

  1. Dr Leena Kanandjebo
  2. Mr Erkie Haipinge
  3. Mr Frans Shikwaya
  4. Ms Renate Shikwaya
  5. Mr Tomas Namupala

 

Secretariat / book of Abstract:

    1. Dr Helena Miranda
    2. Dr Linus Kambeyo
    3. Dr Sirkka Tshinigayamwe Committee Vice Chairperson
    4. Prof James Abah
    5. Dr Frans Haimbodi
    6. Dr David Nkengbeza
    7. Prof Sacky Iipinge
    8. Mr Romario Gomachab
    9. Dr Basilius Kasera Committee Chairperson
    10. Dr Lukas Julius
    11. Dr Taimi Nghikembua
    12. Dr Anna Hako
    13. Prof- Cynthy Haihambo
    14. Dr Kazuvire Veii
    15. Prof Kavena R Shalyefu
    16. Dr Misitilde Jonas
    17. Ms Emily Kambonde
    18. Dr Charmaine Villet
    19. Dr Hertha Pomuti
    20. Prof Cornelia Shaimemanya
    21. Prof Roderick Zimba
    22. Mr Timothy Chunga
    23. Dr Beatha Set
    24. Ms Mirjam Sheyapo
    25. Ms Jacolynn van Wyk
    26. Prof Africa Zulu
    27. Prof Perien Boer
    28. Ms Lydia Aipinge (Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture)

Confirmed Speakers

  1. Coming soon

Accommodations

  1. Coming soon

Conference Program

  1. Coming soon

Payment Details

Conference Registration fees can be paid into the following University of Namibia Account

Bank: First National Bank of Namibia

Account name: THE UNIVERSITY OF NAMIBIA

Account Number: 55500057621

Account Type: CORPORATE CHEQUE ACCOUNT

Branch name: WINDHOEK CORPORATE CENTRE

Branch Code: 281872

Swift / BIC Code : FIRNNANX

Reference: your name-FE01/2853

Abstract Submission Guidelines

  • Abstract length (250–300 words)
  • Language(s): English
  • File format (docx)
  • Keywords (4-6)
  • Font type and sise (Times New Roman, or Arial: 12 pt)
  • Line spacing (1.5)
  • Margin size (Normal)
  • Citation and referencing style (APA)

Conference Secretariat

EDUCON 2024 Management Committee:

  1. Chairperson: Dr Sadrag Panduleni Shihomeka (CPRP)
  2. Vice Chairperson: Dr Enock Simasiku
  3. Conference Advisor: Prof. Daphne Ntiri (Full Bright Scholar)
  4. Associate Dean: Dr John Nyambe

 

Marketing Committee:

  1. Dr Faustina Neshila Committee Chairperson
  2. Ms Zenaune Karirao
  3. Dr Percy Mashebe
  4. Mr Johannes Shivute
  5. Mr Brian Kabuku
  6. Ms Rauna Namukwambi
  7. Mr Donald Jossob
  8. Ms Lynette Diergaardt
  9. Dr Nchindo Mbukusa
  10. Ms Lydia Aipinge (Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture)

 

Finance / Fundraising Committee:

  1. Ms Serena Hoeses Committee Chairperson
  2. Ms Anica Katjiteo Committee Vice Chairperson
  3. Ms Charlene Kaereho
  4. Ms Richardine Poulton-Busler
  5. Dr Helena Miranda
  6. Dr Daniel Mbangula
  7. Dr Annaly Strauss
  8. Dr Collin Tjitemisa
  9. Dr Josua Lukas
  10. Dr Tadeus Shikukumwa
  11. Ms Lydia Aipinge (Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture)
  12. Mr Mzingisi Gqwede (Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture)

 

Logistics Committee:

  1. Mr Andre Kandundu
  2. Mr Noah Gaoseb Committee Chairperson
  3. Ms Ivy Heyman van Wyk Committee Vice Chairperson
  4. Mr Sakaria Shaakalela
  5. Mr Fransisku Lukas
  6. Ms Loide Shifula
  7. Mr Romanus Shiremo
  8. Ms Penehafo Henok
  9. Mr Andreas Amutenya
  10. Ms Tertisia Nghipondoka
  11. Dr Beausetha Bruwer
  12. Ms Nicolette Harmse
  13. Ms Margareth Ruhozu
  14. Ms Lydia Aipinge (Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture)
  15. Mr Mzingisi Gqwede (Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture)

 

Technical / IT:

  1. Dr Leena Kanandjebo
  2. Mr Erkie Haipinge
  3. Mr Frans Shikwaya
  4. Ms Renate Shikwaya
  5. Mr Tomas Namupala

 

Secretariat / book of Abstract:

    1. Dr Helena Miranda
    2. Dr Linus Kambeyo
    3. Dr Sirkka Tshinigayamwe Committee Vice Chairperson
    4. Prof James Abah
    5. Dr Frans Haimbodi
    6. Dr David Nkengbeza
    7. Prof Sacky Iipinge
    8. Mr Romario Gomachab
    9. Dr Basilius Kasera Committee Chairperson
    10. Dr Lukas Julius
    11. Dr Taimi Nghikembua
    12. Dr Anna Hako
    13. Prof- Cynthy Haihambo
    14. Dr Kazuvire Veii
    15. Prof Kavena R Shalyefu
    16. Dr Misitilde Jonas
    17. Ms Emily Kambonde
    18. Dr Charmaine Villet
    19. Dr Hertha Pomuti
    20. Prof Cornelia Shaimemanya
    21. Prof Roderick Zimba
    22. Mr Timothy Chunga
    23. Dr Beatha Set
    24. Ms Mirjam Sheyapo
    25. Ms Jacolynn van Wyk
    26. Prof Africa Zulu
    27. Prof Perien Boer
    28. Ms Lydia Aipinge (Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture)

Confirmed Speakers

  1. Coming soon

Accommodations

  1. Coming soon

Payment Details

Conference Registration fees can be paid into the following University of Namibia Account

Bank: First National Bank of Namibia

Account name: THE UNIVERSITY OF NAMIBIA

Account Number: 55500057621

Account Type: CORPORATE CHEQUE ACCOUNT

Branch name: WINDHOEK CORPORATE CENTRE

Branch Code: 281872

Swift / BIC Code : FIRNNANX

Reference: your name-FE01/2853

Registration & Fees

Prospective participants are expected to register online by following the link: Register here.

Kindly follow the instructions on the link. A Conference registration fee is payable by all participants using the account details provided on the registration form. The fees are payable as follows:
  • Namibians & SADC members early bird (May-June) registration fee N$ 2,500.00
  • Namibians & SADC members late registration fee (after June) N$ 2,800.00
  • Non-SADC participants early bird registration (May-June) N$ 3,000.00
  • Non-SADC participants late registration fee (after June) N$ 3,300.00
  • Students’ registration fee N$ 2,500.00

Further Information

Contact our Conference Coordinators through email address:

Prof. Anna Hako
Conference Chairperson
E-mail: ahako@unam.na
Tel: +264 81 242 0338

Prof. Sacky M. Iipinge
Conference Vice-Chairperson
E-mail: smiipinge@unam.na
Tel: +264 81 129 6939

Dr. Rachel N. Amaambo
Conference Secretariat Chair
E-mail: rshanyanana@unam.na
Tel: +264 81 158 8497

Dr. Caspah Kamunda
Conference Secretariat Vice Chair
E-mail: ckamunda@unam.na
Tel: +264 81 344 4032

Prof. Anna Hako
Conference Chairperson
E-mail: ahako@unam.na
Tel: +264 81 242 0338 (Cell)

Prof. Sacky M. Iipinge
Conference Vice-Chairperson
E-mail:  smiipinge@unam.na
Tel: +264 81 129 6939 (Cell)

Dr. Rachel N. Amaambo
Conference Secretariat Chair
E-mail: rshanyanana@unam.na
Tel: +264 81 158 8497 (Cell)

Dr. Caspah Kamunda
Conference Secretariat Chair
E-mail: ckamunda@unam.na
Tel: +264 81 344 4032 (Cell)

Proudly sponsored by

Ministry of Education

University of Namibia