How could the war between the US and Iran affect you and Namibia?

Students reflect on how the conflict could impact their education and Namibia’s economy.
Rising tensions between the United States and Iran have sparked global concern, especially as military strikes escalate in the Middle East and oil prices rise. Although the conflict is far from Namibia, its economic and social effects could still be felt locally. My Zone spoke to students about how they think the situation could affect them.
Ndapandula Lilonga
  • 6 Days Ago

Aina Iiyambo, 22

“I believe the war could affect me badly. If the situation escalates, schools might close, and that would delay my degree. On a national level, it could affect Namibia economically. For example, oil prices are increasing, and Namibia does not produce its own oil. That means higher fuel costs could negatively impact our economy. That’s my main concern.”


Hamunyongi Hilpo,22

“I am scared right now because the situation is affecting my academic progress. I’m not fully focused on my studies, especially with everything happening politically. There’s always that fear that things could escalate and affect us directly. At the moment, it’s difficult to concentrate because you don’t know what might happen next.”


Diogo Carvalho, 21

“War is not something good. No country really wants war, especially with everything happening around the world right now. It doesn’t bring anything positive for people — we all know the consequences it has on countries and communities. I don’t have a very strong political opinion, but I do worry about how war affects foreigners like me. Many of us are in different countries to study or to build a better future. If a war suddenly breaks out, it would be complicated for us. We don’t fully belong to that country, and we might struggle to survive the way we are living now. Borders could close, and our situation could become difficult.


Diana Salvardore, 21

“If war were to come to Namibia, it would affect the country negatively. People’s lives would be impacted in many ways. Academically, students might stop going to school, which would disrupt their education.

It would also affect the country’s economy. Health services could become overwhelmed, with hospitals overcrowded. In such situations, some people might not receive the medical help they need. That’s why I believe war coming to Namibia would not be a good thing.”


Moses Victor, 19

At the moment I feel scared and the situation is affecting my academic progress. I’m not as focused as I used to be. There’s always that fear that things could escalate and eventually affect us too. At the moment, I’m struggling to concentrate fully on my studies because of that uncertainty.”