Last Updated on November 27, 2023 by Elidge Staff
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Namibia’s Learner License Test Now Available in Multiple Indigenous Languages
Namibia’s Road Authority (RA) has announced that they will now be offering the learner license test in several indigenous languages in addition to English. The move is aimed at making it easier for those who are not fluent in English to obtain a driver’s license.
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Here are some of the requirements for learners who want to take the test in one of the indigenous languages:
Choice of Languages
Applicants can now choose between Afrikaans, Nama/Damara (Khoekhoegowab), Otjiherero, Oshiwambo (Oshikwanyama), Rukwangali, and Silozi. Other languages will be added in the future.
Availability of Languages
Each language will be offered in different towns across Namibia. For example, Rukwangali will be offered at Divundu, in the Kavango East region, while Oshikwanyama will be offered at Eenhana in the Ohangwena region. Windhoek is the only city that will offer all six languages.
Application Process
Learner license applicants must submit their application forms in special boxes located at all relevant NaTIS offices/centers. Applicants will then be contacted via the RA SMS line 2000 to confirm the date and time to visit the NaTIS Office to complete the booking process.
The decision to offer the learner license test in multiple indigenous languages is a significant step towards promoting inclusivity and making it easier for more Namibians to obtain a driver’s license. It is expected to increase the pass rate among learners who are not fluent in English and contribute to the overall safety of our roads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Namibia’s Road Authority offering the learner license test in multiple indigenous languages?
Namibia’s Road Authority is offering the learner license test in multiple indigenous languages to make it easier for those who are not fluent in English to obtain a driver’s license.
How many indigenous languages are available for learners to choose from?
Learners can now choose between Afrikaans, Nama/Damara (Khoekhoegowab), Otjiherero, Oshiwambo (Oshikwanyama), Rukwangali, and Silozi. Other languages will be added in the future.
Will all the languages be available in all the towns across Namibia?
No, each language will be offered in different towns across Namibia. Windhoek is the only city that will offer all six languages.
What are some of the towns where Rukwangali will be offered?
Rukwangali will be offered at Divundu, Rundu, Nkurenkuru, Walvis Bay, Windhoek, and Oshakati.
How many towns will offer Oshikwanyama?
Oshikwanyama will be available at 17 other towns, including Grootfontein, Karibib, Windhoek, Oshakati, Okahandja, and Ondangwa.
How many towns will offer Afrikaans?
Afrikaans will be introduced at 15 towns, including Gobabis, Windhoek, Tsumeb, Walvis Bay, Rehoboth, Swakopmund, and Karibib.
Where will Silozi be offered?
Katima Mulilo learner drivers will have an option of writing in Silozi.
What are some of the towns where Khoekhoegowab will be offered?
Khoekhoegowab will be offered at 12 towns, including Rehoboth, Windhoek, Swakopmund, Mariental, Karasburg, and Grootfontein.
How can learners apply to take the test in one of the indigenous languages?
Learner license applicants must submit their application forms in special boxes located at all relevant NaTIS offices/centers. Applicants will then be contacted via the RA SMS line 2000 to confirm the date and time to visit the NaTIS Office to complete the booking process.
What is the expected impact of offering the learner license test in multiple indigenous languages?
Offering the learner license test in multiple indigenous languages is expected to increase the pass rate among learners who are not fluent in English and contribute to the overall safety of Namibia’s roads.
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