Maria David
NAMWATER has reaffirmed its commitment to education and community development through a significant contribution to learners in the Hardap Region.
NamWater handed over stationery supplies valued at N$381,660 to 11 schools across the region. The schools benefiting from the donation include Tsumis Primary School, Anna Masdrop Primary School, Samuel Veldskoen Primary School, Mukurop Primary School, Klein Aub Primary School, Nabaseb Primary School, Tsumis Farm Primary School, Eduard Fredrick Primary School, Rietoog Primary School, and Groen Draai Primary School.
NamWater’s Chief Executive Officer, Abraham Nehemia, said this initiative is part of NamWater’s comprehensive Corporate Social Investment (CSI) programme, which aims to address critical educational needs and promote sustainable socio-economic development.
According to Nehemia, as the country’s primary water utility provider, their vision is to support communities not only through the provision of water but also through strategic investments that drive social and economic growth.
“NamWater’s CSI programme is closely aligned with Namibia’s national development goals, focusing on education, health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure development,” he said.
He added that NamWater’s investment in the Hardap Region comes in response to the 2021 Multidimensional Poverty Index, which identified significant challenges related to educational resources. This initiative is a strategic intervention designed to equip learners with essential tools and foster an environment conducive to learning. Additionally, NamWater’s broader CSI strategy includes infrastructure and ICT support, as well as psychosocial services to address learners’ holistic needs.
Speaking at the same occasion, Hardap Governor Rev. Salomon April indicated that NamWater, through its CSI programme, is making a profound impact by prioritizing education as a key driver of socio-economic transformation in the region.
According to April, the 2021 Multidimensional Poverty Index for the Hardap Region highlighted the significant challenges faced, particularly as many families in the region struggle to access essential resources necessary for quality education.
“These challenges are not limited to a lack of textbooks or school supplies; they also include inadequate infrastructure, limited ICT access, and a lack of psychosocial support for our learners. These are barriers that hinder our children from reaching their full potential,” he said.
He added that this initiative is not merely about providing resources; it is about opening doors to knowledge, fostering a love for learning, and creating opportunities for a brighter future.
April stressed that education remains the key to unlocking potential, and they are witnessing a true partnership in the pursuit of a better tomorrow.