Namibian Institute of Mining and Technology

A Symbol of competency.

The Namibian Institute of Mining and Technology (NIMT) is a technical vocational training institute in Arandis, Namibia, established in 1991. It offers courses in mining, manufacturing and engineering.[1] In 2007, De Beers donated N$2.1 million to open a second, northern campus and in November of that year a campus was opened in Tsumeb. NIMT also operates a campus in Keetmanshoop in southern Namibia.[2][3]

NIMT produces between 300 and 500 graduates a year who go on to be employed by the Mining industry of Namibia.[4]

Burglary

In September 2009, thieves broke into the main office of the Institute by smashing a window and disabling the alarm. They stole N$350,000 and used a duplicate key to gain entry to the safe. The funds were designated for the registration, accommodation and transportation of trainees. Police believed they were somehow affiliated with the Institute and a N$20,000 award was offered for information.[5]

See also

References

  1. ↑ Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology (NIMT) Schoolnet.na
  2. ↑ De Beers funds northern campus The Namibian, 27 November 2007
  3. ↑ Ekongo, John (9 February 2012). "NIMT celebrates 21 years". New Era.
  4. ↑ Duddy, Jo-Maré (27 November 2012). "Mining remains gem of economy". The Namibian.
  5. ↑ N$350 000 theft at NIMT The Namibian, 15 September 2009