ANS hands over 26 bursaries

WINDHOEK – The Air Navigation Services (ANS) of the Namibia Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), on Friday handed over bursaries to 26 students.

Of the 26 beneficiaries, 10 will pursue studies to become air traffic controllers, 10 aeronautical information officers, and six as air traffic safety electronics personnel.

While handing over the bursaries in the capital, head of the ANS, Peter Marais encouraged the youth to seize opportunities granted to them, as it empowers the country as a whole.

Marais said the ANS bursary programme: “Is an opportunity that does not come along every day and should not be taken for granted.

This programme is an investment by the NCAA for you as young Namibians as it builds the country’s skills and creates the opportunity for you to grow in your chosen career.”

Marais said the ANS bursary programme is in its second year and is the first step on their path to becoming aviation professionals whose knowledge and skills will make them key participants in the Namibian regional and aviation industry.

The beneficiaries, upon completion of their studies, will be providing safe expeditious and regular air navigation services which are required, said Marais.

Romeo Assegaai, who plans to study air traffic control, told Nampa this is a once in a lifetime opportunity for him.

“I plan on utilizing this opportunity to the best of my ability as it will ensure a better life for my family,” said Assegaai.

Another beneficiary, Cheryl-Ann Julius who wants to become an air traffic services assistant, said she is happy to have been selected out of the thousand applications received by NCAA for the same opportunity.

“I’ve always wanted to be a pilot. Through this bursary I’m able to start off somewhere in making my dreams a reality,” Julius said.

The ANS department, which is a stand-alone unit of the NCAA, is responsible for services like aeronautical information management, communication, and navigation surveillance. – Nampa

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