Hilma Nuunyango George appointed as Oshikoto’s new regional education director

The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture (MEIYSAC) has appointed Hilma Nuunyango George as the new regional director for Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture in the Oshikoto Region, a move that signals renewed leadership and a continued focus on educational excellence and community empowerment.

George officially took up her duties on 1 September 2025, succeeding the outgoing leadership to steer the Directorate at a time when the education sector faces mounting expectations for innovation, quality learning, and inclusive development. Her appointment is viewed as a strategic move to strengthen the ministry’s presence at the regional level and enhance coordination among schools, communities, and education authorities.

In her new role, George will oversee the implementation of the ministry’s mandate in Oshikoto, ensuring that the...