Rössing Foundation continues to invest in schools
The Rössing Foundation last week donated 1 415 textbooks to Oshela Secondary School in the Ohangwena Region.
In addition to the books, the foundation also sponsored an overhead projector, mathematical sets and calculators to the tune of N$295 000, as well as library books and reading materials.
The donations are aimed at fostering a culture of academic growth and cultivating a love for reading amongst learners, Rössing’s manager for academia in Ondangwa, Lysias Uusiku, said.
The foundation will continue to collaborate with government and like-minded partners to narrow the textbook-learner ratio and foster an environment for the delivery of quality education, he said.
“Together, we can pave the way for a future where every learner in all Namibian schools has access to all appropriate learning tools required for them to prosper.”
Uusiku added that education is a cornerstone of societal development, noting that it is undisputedly a shared responsibility that extends beyond government or the education ministry.
Transforming lives
According to him, the 2023 examination results for Oshela Secondary School revealed a diverse range of subject-specific performances, with commendable success in entrepreneurship.
He said they have observed the overall improvement results between 2022 and 2023, and they encourage the learners and teachers to invest much more during the 2024 academic year.
“We extend our donation today with the hope that it will act as a catalyst for the ongoing efforts in the improvement of learning and teaching at the school,” Uusiku said.
He added that the foundation, being a key stakeholder in education, prides itself on transforming lives through innovation in learning.
Principal Simon Shilongo thanked the Rössing Foundation for the donation, adding that they will make use of every material donated to the benefit of the school at large.
In addition to the books, the foundation also sponsored an overhead projector, mathematical sets and calculators to the tune of N$295 000, as well as library books and reading materials.
The donations are aimed at fostering a culture of academic growth and cultivating a love for reading amongst learners, Rössing’s manager for academia in Ondangwa, Lysias Uusiku, said.
The foundation will continue to collaborate with government and like-minded partners to narrow the textbook-learner ratio and foster an environment for the delivery of quality education, he said.
“Together, we can pave the way for a future where every learner in all Namibian schools has access to all appropriate learning tools required for them to prosper.”
Uusiku added that education is a cornerstone of societal development, noting that it is undisputedly a shared responsibility that extends beyond government or the education ministry.
Transforming lives
According to him, the 2023 examination results for Oshela Secondary School revealed a diverse range of subject-specific performances, with commendable success in entrepreneurship.
He said they have observed the overall improvement results between 2022 and 2023, and they encourage the learners and teachers to invest much more during the 2024 academic year.
“We extend our donation today with the hope that it will act as a catalyst for the ongoing efforts in the improvement of learning and teaching at the school,” Uusiku said.
He added that the foundation, being a key stakeholder in education, prides itself on transforming lives through innovation in learning.
Principal Simon Shilongo thanked the Rössing Foundation for the donation, adding that they will make use of every material donated to the benefit of the school at large.
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