Namibia University of Science and Technology

Namibia University of Science and Technology
Other name
NUST
Motto in English
Technology and development
TypePublic university
Established1994
ChancellorPeter Katjavivi
Vice-ChancellorErold Naomab
Academic staff
≥300
Administrative staff
670 (including faculty)
Students10,500
Location,
Namibia
Websitewww.nust.na

The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), formerly known as Polytechnic of Namibia, is a public university located in the city of Windhoek, Namibia. NUST was headed by the founding vice-chancellor Tjama Tjivikua until March 2019. After two acting appointments, Erold Naomab was appointed vice-chancellor in January 2021. The largely ceremonial role of chancellor of the university is held by Peter Katjavivi.