Career Quest Podcast

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  Episode 01: Navigating Engineering and Expanding Horizons – A Conversation with Saarty Mikka 27.07.2026 40min

  In our inaugural episode of Career Quest Podcast, our host, Selma Ndasilohenda Iyambo, sits down with Saarty Mikka, an electrical and electronic engineer with over six years of experience spanning power station engineering, telecommunications, control systems, and commercial operations at NamPower.Saarty holds a Bachelor of Engineering and a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, specializing in Smart Grid Technology, from Stellenbosch University, and is an MBA graduate in Management Strategy at the University of Namibia. Beyond engineering, she is a dedicated community leader, entrepreneur, and certified real estate agent, proving that a career doesn't have to fit inside a single box.In this episode, Saarty opens up about her journey into one of Namibia's most male-dominated industries, the challenges of building multiple careers at once, and her advice for young people, especially women, considering a future in STEM.Tune in to discover how curiosity, resilience, and ambition can shape a career without limits.
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  Welcome to Career Quest Podcast! 08.06.2026 1min

  Before we dive into our first episode, meet your host Selma Ndasilohenda Iyambo and get a taste of what Career Quests is all about. In this trailer, Selma introduces the podcast, shares the vision behind it, and gives you a glimpse of the unfiltered career conversations coming your way every month.Career Quests was created for every young person who has ever felt unsure about their future, the high school student exploring their options, the graduate seeking direction, and the professional ready for a change. This podcast is your monthly guide to making informed and confident decisions about your career through real life stories from various professionals.New episodes drop every month on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Hit follow so you are the first to know when Episode 1 is out.Your career quest journey starts here. 🚀Episodes are recorded at #BeFree Studio located at the #BeFree Youth Campus under the One Economy Foundation.