Staff Reporter
SCHOOLS will remain open this Friday, 20 March 2026, the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture has confirmed, assuring parents and stakeholders that teaching and learning will proceed as normal despite concerns over the planned “Economic National Action Day.”
In a media statement issued by the ministry said the day does not fall within an out-weekend or a declared long weekend in the official school calendar, and no directive has been issued to suspend school activities.
“All schools are expected to remain open and fully operational, and learners are required to attend classes as scheduled,” the ministry said.
School principals have been instructed to ensure that all staff members report to their duty stations, with attendance to be properly recorded.
The ministry reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the right to education and minimising disruptions to the academic programme, urging parents and guardians to ensure that learners attend school as usual.
The clarification follows enquiries regarding the planned action announced by the Teachers’ Union of Namibia.
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