Community hostels in the //Kharas Region serve schools in economically challenged areas. The local economy, primarily reliant on small-scale livestock farming, has been hit hard by ongoing droughts, leaving many families struggling to provide for their children. Debmarine Namibia has donated 129 mattresses to two community hostels in the //Kharas Region, significantly enhancing the living conditions for students there.
The two beneficiary hostels, JA Kahuika and //Khūta!hoas, are located in the Berseba Constituency. The principal of // Khūta!hoas Primary School expressed his excitement, noting that their school is the most remote in the region, located 75 km from Berseba along a particularly challenging road. He described the donation as a true blessing for the learners in the hostel, emphasising that while the community has worked hard to support the students, this sponsorship has significantly alleviated their burden.
Upon receiving the donation, Aletha Frederick, the governor of //Kharas, expressed her heartfelt gratitude, stating, “We are grateful and appreciate this sponsorship, which will undoubtedly make a difference in the students’ performance.” The governor also called upon the community to take responsibility for the donated items, ensuring they benefit the students for years to come and allowing other communities to share in this support.
In addition to the mattresses, the donation includes fitted sheets, cutlery, crockery and food items, valued at over N$160,000. Stella Ipinge, the chairperson of the Debmarine Namibia Social Investment Committee, officially presented the donation to the two hostels.
Last year, Debmarine Namibia made a significant contribution by sponsoring computers and training equipment at the Women’s Action for Development Centre in Keetmanshoop, demonstrating their commitment to uplifting various regions.
These donations exemplify the hope that can be nurtured in communities facing hardships, providing individuals with opportunities to thrive despite challenging circumstances.
