IPM Namibia is stepping up efforts to position the country’s HR profession within continental and global networks, as the workplace continues to evolve.
The Institute of People Management Namibia has partnered with the Global Conference on Human Resources in Africa (GCHRA) 2026, which will take place from 12 to 15 August in Accra, Ghana, in a move aimed at strengthening collaboration and influence in shaping the future of work.
The conference is expected to bring together HR leaders, policymakers, business executives and practitioners from across Africa and beyond, creating a platform for engagement on workforce trends, policy direction and organisational transformation. The involvement of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is set to further elevate the conference’s global profile.
The development comes as IPM Namibia increases its participation in regional platforms, including the 5th Annual HR Africa Professionals Bootcamp held in Cape Town, where practitioners from across the continent exchanged insights on workplace transformation and skills development.
IPM Namibia Chief Executive Officer Lisa Matomola said the organisation is focused on ensuring Namibian professionals are part of these conversations.
“Our participation in platforms such as the HR Africa Professionals Bootcamp, and our partnership with GCHRA 2026, reflects our intentional focus on building strong networks across Africa and beyond. These platforms are not just about learning, they are about collaboration, sharing African solutions, and ensuring that our professionals are equipped to lead in a rapidly evolving world of work,” she said.
IPM Namibia said the engagements are aimed at strengthening capacity, expanding professional networks and aligning local HR practices with global standards.
The organisation added that it is positioning Namibia to contribute to broader discussions on workforce development, as businesses respond to changing economic conditions, technological disruption and shifting labour market demands.
