Ndamona Foundation launches child-feeding programme
In an effort to combat food insecurity and hunger, the Ndamona Foundation has launched a child-feeding programme in the Tsjaka community, situated in the Kalahari constituency of the Omaheke Region, approximately 50 kilometres from Gobabis.
This programme, expected to benefit over 100 children, is part of the foundation’s broader mission to improve the quality of life for vulnerable populations in Namibia.
The initiative was inspired by the pressing need to address the high rates of malnutrition among children in Tsjaka. By providing regular nutritious meals, the foundation seeks to enhance the health, growth and education of the community's youngest members.
Currently, the Ndamona Foundation plans to feed the children every weekend, with the possibility of increasing meal frequency depending on the availability of additional donations and resources.
Beyond addressing immediate hunger, the programme is anticipated to significantly improve the academic performance and overall well-being of these children.
Deeply committed
Giving those in need access to basic necessities like food, clothing and shelter is one of the foundation's main goals. It makes sure that the most pressing needs of the community are satisfied by attending to these fundamental demands, according to member Tshepo Neumbo.
Community members and external donors are encouraged to contribute to the programme’s sustainability by providing financial support, donating food and materials, volunteering, organising fundraising events and raising awareness. These contributions will enhance the programme's resources, outreach and effectiveness, ensuring its continued success, the organisation said.
The Ndamona Foundation, a non-profit organisation, is "deeply committed to addressing immediate needs while fostering long-term community development".
Through its multifaceted approach, the foundation provides essential resources such as food, clothing and shelter, while also focusing on youth development, health education, sanitation, mental health, agricultural development and sports programmes, it said.
The official opening of the child-feeding programme will take place this Saturday in Tsjaka.
This programme, expected to benefit over 100 children, is part of the foundation’s broader mission to improve the quality of life for vulnerable populations in Namibia.
The initiative was inspired by the pressing need to address the high rates of malnutrition among children in Tsjaka. By providing regular nutritious meals, the foundation seeks to enhance the health, growth and education of the community's youngest members.
Currently, the Ndamona Foundation plans to feed the children every weekend, with the possibility of increasing meal frequency depending on the availability of additional donations and resources.
Beyond addressing immediate hunger, the programme is anticipated to significantly improve the academic performance and overall well-being of these children.
Deeply committed
Giving those in need access to basic necessities like food, clothing and shelter is one of the foundation's main goals. It makes sure that the most pressing needs of the community are satisfied by attending to these fundamental demands, according to member Tshepo Neumbo.
Community members and external donors are encouraged to contribute to the programme’s sustainability by providing financial support, donating food and materials, volunteering, organising fundraising events and raising awareness. These contributions will enhance the programme's resources, outreach and effectiveness, ensuring its continued success, the organisation said.
The Ndamona Foundation, a non-profit organisation, is "deeply committed to addressing immediate needs while fostering long-term community development".
Through its multifaceted approach, the foundation provides essential resources such as food, clothing and shelter, while also focusing on youth development, health education, sanitation, mental health, agricultural development and sports programmes, it said.
The official opening of the child-feeding programme will take place this Saturday in Tsjaka.
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