Amukugo shares realities of job hunting

For many young Namibians, the transition from education to employment is marked by uncertainty, rejection and financial pressure. For Hileni Ndinaomukumo Amukugo, it has been a test of patience and determination.

Amukugo describes her search for opportunities as a journey of “hunger, patience and a lot of waiting”, in which qualifications and skills do not always guarantee access to the workplace.

“The biggest challenge is the gap between what you’re qualified for and what’s available. You send 30 CVs, you have the skills, but you hit ‘no experience’ or ‘must know someone,” she said.