Getting to know Unam’s new SRC president

THE University of Namibia (Unam) recently elected 24-year-old Malcolm Kambanzera (MK) as its new student representative council (SRC) president.

Youth Central (YC) got to know the law student and his aspirations for the year better.

YC: Have you ever imagined you ‘d be SRC president?

MK: I have always imagined myself becoming the SRC president of all 12 of the University of Namibia’s campuses. I have worked really hard and remained disciplined until this goal was achieved.

However, I remain forever honoured and grateful to those who have made it possible for me to achieve this goal – particularly those who have had faith in my leadership from day one.

All my grooming and political schooling have led to this.

YC: What are your hobbies and passions?

MK: I work out occasionally and do sport to keep myself fit. I read a lot as well.

YC: What’s your idea of a perfect holiday?

MK: A holiday spent at home with family and childhood friends is always fulfilling, but perhaps when the money kicks in I could become accustomed to bourgeoisie experiences.

YC: Which book are you currently reading?

MK: ‘The 48 Laws of Power ‘

YC: What is your priority as new SRC president?

MC: My mission is to represent the needs of students through promoting the values of inclusiveness, representation, transparency, innovative and effective problem solving, and practical ways of addressing issues students are faced with alongside the student leaders at our respective campuses.

I would further wish to use my term in office to strongly advocate SRC electoral reform and constitutional reform, as well as improved liaisons between all Unam campuses, cultural integration and the development of intra-university interaction.

YC: What are the challenges your office is currently faced with?

MK: My challenge remains finding innovative ways to deal with the recurring and day-to-day issues of students and the SRC.

YC: What can students expect from your leadership?

MK: With the vast experience and political muscle I bring to the table, students can expect to have their challenges addressed effectively and expediently. Having served in a number of student leadership positions, I have learnt how to deal with issues and students over the years.

Basically, I am not learning on the job – I came in to do the work.