600 Namibians register to learn Russian

Over 600 students have registered for the International University of Management’s Russian language course to boost cultural understanding and strengthen international ties.

University founder and council chairperson David Namwandi says the programme has entered its third cohort and encourages the university to continue bringing more students on board.

He was speaking at the official visit and opening of the third cohort of the Russian language programme in Windhoek yesterday.

Namwandi said the purpose of the programme was not necessarily to prepare students to study in Russia, but to help them learn the language, communicate and understand Russian culture.

He asked whether students who had completed the programme had gone to study in Russia, saying those who benefited from the programme should be given opportunities to continue their studies and gain practical experience.