Namibian Defence Force NDF Army Recruitment 2024-2025



Namibian Defence Force NDF Army Recruitment 2024-2025

NDF Army Recruitment

NB. The Namibian Defence force is yet to commence its 2024-2025 recruitment. Below is the last recruitment conducted by NDF

1.      What are recruitment criteria to join the NDF?

The requirements for recruitment into the NDF have changed over a time. Since 1995 until recently, the requirements for academic qualifications were grade 10 and above for soldiers and Grade 12 and above for officers. However, these requirements were changed in 2015 due to the nature of contemporary warfare.

The Requirements Criteria are:

Subject to section 7(2) of the Defence Act (Act No.1 of 2002), no person is eligible for the enrolment in the Defence Force in a permanent or temporary capacity unless such person:

a.Is a Namibian citizen.

b.    Is not less than 18 and not more than 25 years.

c.    Has passed grade 12 having obtained the points as per advertisement.

d.    Have no criminal record.

e.    Meets the required standard of medical fitness determined by the Chief of the Defence Force for the mustering, service of duties for which he or she is about to be enrolled.

f.     Has the other attributes and qualifications which in the opinion of the Chief of the Defence Force are required for his or her training or necessary for the execution of the duties or services which he or she may be required to perform.

The Chief of the Defence Force must assess the eligibility of every applicant for enrolment in the Defence Force and may in exceptional circumstances, when making such assessment relax the requirements concerning age, medical fitness and the educational requirements for permanent or temporary enrolment in the Defence Force.

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From time to time, the Chief of the Defence Force may recruit candidates who may not necessarily meet requirements due to the directive from Cabinet (eg. Previous disadvantage community, marginalised community and children of the liberation struggle etc). Every time the Namibian Defence Force recruits, a new Recruitment Board is appointed to oversee the recruitment process. This is a quality assurance mechanism that ensures balance and equal representation of all 14 regions in Namibia.

The requirements are as such because, soldiers are expected to plan, lead and operate sophisticated weapons systems due to the constantly changing technologies. They are therefore not only operators of weapon systems but must also intelligently apply their minds to everything they are doing and the environment they are working in.

These challenges are even greater for Namibia because the NDF is a young defence force and as such it relies on assistance from other countries, in terms of specialised training or acquisition of military equipment. Members of the NDF are also expected to operate jointly with the soldiers of other nations in assistance of a neighbour or in Peace Support Operations. They are therefore expected to have the necessary training to enable them to operate effectively.

It must be understood that the NDF was not meant to provide employment, but it was established with a mission to “Defend the territorial integrity of the Republic of Namibia and protect its people and their properties”. The NDF can only accomplish this mission if it has the right human capital and material resources in place at the right time. Those who do not meet the requirements of the NDF are therefore advised and encouraged to try other fields of their choice and interests.

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2.      What are the criteria for promotion in the NDF?

Promotion in the Namibian Defence Force (NDF) is done in accordance with the criteria set in the Namibian Defence Force Personnel Policies. There are two categories of servicemen in the military: commissioned and non-commissioned officers. As such criteria in terms of their promotion differ in some instances. According to the NDF Promotion Policy, promotion is governed by the following criteria:

(1) Recommendation. To qualify for the next rank, a commissioned or non-commissioned officer must be recommended for promotion in his/her annual confidential report.

(2) Military Qualifications. These will differ between each Arm of Service (Namibian Army, Air Force and the Navy) and will include passing applicable qualification courses stipulated in the NDF Promotion Policy.

(3) Second Lieutenant to Lieutenant. When an officer successfully completes 18 months service in the rank of Second Lieutenant, he or she is automatically promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. An officer who fails to reach the necessary standard whilst in the rank of Second Lieutenant is to be discharged from the Service.

(4) Promotion Examinations. Promotion examinations are to be undertaken from the rank of Lieutenant to Captain and from Captain to Major. Promotion from the rank of Major upwards is to be by selection.

(5) Age. An officer/soldier should be within the stipulated age bracket for promotion.

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(6) Selection. Although qualified and recommended, an officer/soldier must be selected for promotion. Selection will depend on the availability of vacant posts. Officers and Soldiers have no right to automatic promotion. They are to be selected/promoted by Officers/Soldiers Selection/Promotion Boards.

(7) Other Standards. An officer/ soldier is to meet the minimum standards in military qualifications, education, medical and personal fitness stipulated in the NDF Promotion Policy.

It is also recommendable for you to read and understand the NDF Promotion Policy instead of being mislead.

3.      Why should MOD get a big share of the budget?

The MOD needs to be adequately funded to carry out its entrusted mandates of defending the territorial integrity and national interests of the Republic of Namibia its people and their properties without compromising the situation.

To maintain this undertaking, the MOD needs to capacitate the Namibian Army, Air Force and Navy to ensure that they are well equipped with modern armament and skilled personnel.

In terms of training, the MOD needs sufficient budget commitment to cater for training needs which comes at a high cost. Specifically NDF need rejuvenate the force with new members, train serving members to be on par with contemporary warfare to secure the country.

Servicing and maintenance of armaments such as aircraft, military vessels, and vehicles are too costly

See Also

Namibia Defence Force NDF Pages

Namibia Police Force NAMPOL Pages



73 thoughts on “Namibian Defence Force NDF Army Recruitment 2024-2025”

  1. hi my name is anita siyongo,it was my dream from childhood to became a NDF and right now im 16 years old im studying so hard to became a NDF one day a really want to fight for my nation and to do something for my nation,but for now im studying hard for my dream to came true.

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  2. hi i did not meet the requirement to be recruited as a soldier, but I’m willing to work for NDF
    is the any cleaner vacancy so i can apply?

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  3. I’m 21 years old boy with D in English and 16 points. Grade 11 report new curriculum and I’m interested to join NDF. I’M interested because i want to improve my living stadand.

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  4. 26 years I’m interesting in Namibia Defence Force..

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  5. I am Ipanda Paulus I iam 22 years old, I have 29 points in grade 12 and I have my driving license. I would please like to join the Namibian Defence Force Army as it is my life career and help my self with life circumstances. For any clarity please don’t hesitate to contact me on my cellphone number; +264818517100 and my email address; paulusipanda19@gmail.com

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  6. Iam completely interested in NDF in any category , i have 33 points in grade , for any notification am always on 0812509001

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  7. Hey I’m Kapita Anton
    Looking for a NDF job I’m 25 and pass grade with 24 and E in English I will be kindly happy if you will attend to me

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  8. Im Sanandwa Zebedia G i have 22 points in grade 12 old curicculam.. when is the next intake for army i would like to enroll

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  9. I am Jonas Teofilia,I got 24 points in 5 subjects , grade 12. I really want to join force.

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  10. Hi i am Ulrich Roberto Cloete currently unemployed,have completed my grade 12 AS LEVEL last year and i am really interested in joining the NDF as i look forward to serve my nation with great pleasure.please please God will bless you.

    Thanks in advance.

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  11. I Johanna K Mumbala. A 25 years old girl. I have grade 10 with a D symbol in English. I have also a certificate in Electrical engineering (electrical general N1)Level 1. Want to join NDF

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  12. My name is Fernando yariretundu McLeod,I have a grade 10 certificate with low points,it’s my honor if you let me join our army and be part of you.call me 0817176790 or Gmail me at yariretundufernando@gmail.com

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  13. Am muyenga peter I have 20 point in grade 12 with an D in English..would lik to humbly request if I may be part of the NDFS RECRUTEE

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  14. I’m Miguel I have 24 points and a E I’m first language,,,I did senior grade(12) and I want a job in NDF

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    • I’m muronga angelius m I have 24 points in 5 subjects and a E symbol in English I want to join the NDF I look forward for your positive response contact me at 0818164996

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  15. I’m festus Goseb,19 years of age..i have 22 points in grade 11 with a C in English…i would like to join the army when are they recruiting…
    Contact details:0812501739

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  16. when is the next recruitment i want to join…my number 0813654364

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  17. I m interested I have 21 points in GRADE 12 and Level 3 Electrical Engineering

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  18. I’m Given.21 years old, Pass my grade 12 with 26 points in 5 subjects.Specialist trumpet player, can play drums as well..struggling alot pls need job

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  19. When is the NDf recruiting please i want to join the force

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  20. Iam kamwandi wise slugen from katima mulilo and I have a grade 10 certificate with 23 points and a D symbol in English and I have a grade 12 certificate with 18 points in 5 subjects and a D symbol in English also. Please i really wanna join the army and promise to give it all my best and when is NDf recruiting and the due date please I really wanna be part of our great army. Please contact me on 0812643679 or email me at Wisemiracle@gmail.com

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  21. I’m Wilson Mbangula, I really want to join NDF ,I failed my grade 12 with 20 points in five subjects.i know I will make it , I will be waiting for your best response .I’m 23 years old

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  22. I’m 20 years old I’m a boy fail grade 12 with 20 points my shoe size is 8

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  23. Will NDF recruitment this year 2021? I 2ould like to join army!

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    • ITS WHAT THEY ARE SAYING BUT AS IM SEARCHING FOR THE FORMS IT DOESNT WANT TO SHOW CLAER INFORMATIONS ABOUT IT.

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  24. In possession of a NSSC/O Certificate with a total of 25 points in 5 subjects and 28 in 6 subjects, completed the science field on secondary level. much keen (NDF)in being part of the Namibian Defense Force. Much appreciated.

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  25. I wanna know where to apply for Namibian air force army school … as I want to join the air force…

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  26. I was recruited 2014 and get sick but they told me tht they will col me until today. Now what most I do help.

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  27. I would like to know when is the NDF intake? and please update me with any recruiting news

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  28. I really want to join NDF. I don’t have my parents and I obtained 27 in 6subjects, 24 in 5.

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  29. I realy want to join the NDF i now i will make it i realy hope i will hear from you soon ….

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  30. I got 25 points In 6 subject and I lost my parents I dnt have anything to go further my study I really want to join the force

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  31. I have a passed grade 12 certificate , with 29 points in 6 subjects an 25 in 5 subjects. I really want to join NDF. When will the forms come out and do I qualify to join the force?

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  32. is true that namibia defence force is not going to recruite tyhis year

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