ZONE: PowerCare boosts inclusive education

NamPower, staff invest
The employee-driven PowerCare initiative has invested N$130 000 in special needs schools.
Justine Shehama
  • 1 Month Ago

NamPower demonstrated its ongoing commitment to inclusive education by donating school uniforms to three state-run special needs schools in Namibia.

The benefiting schools are Eluwa, Môreson and Dagbreek, which received the uniforms valued at N$130 000, made through the PowerCare Back to School initiative, an employee-driven programme. NamPower staff raised N$38 110 through internal fundraising efforts, which was supplemented by additional funding from the NamPower Foundation to reach the total amount.

NamPower Foundation stakeholder and liaison officer, Sarah Wayiti, said the contribution went beyond material support. “It is about restoring dignity, building confidence and ensuring that every child feels seen, valued and included.”

In addition to the foundation’s contribution, NamPower employees also donated second-hand clothing and shoes to learners.

Standard Bank Namibia’s brand and marketing manager, Sindano Nekundi, was also present at the handover, where he commended the learners, highlighting the importance of inclusive support. The bank donated running gear to 21 members of the Dagbreek running team, as well as water bottles, towels and sports bags.

“These are not just practical tools for your races ahead, but symbols of preparation, pride and professionalism,” he said. “As you step onto the track at future events, these items will support your performance and reflect the unity and strength of your team.”

Although the Môreson Special School community was unable to attend the handover event, they conveyed their appreciation in a letter, describing the initiative as one that “echoes far beyond the finish line”.

The message highlighted the impact of the initiative in promoting awareness of intellectual disability and strengthening inclusion. Môreson Special School said the collaboration reflected meaningful partnership across regions and institutions, helping ensure that learners feel recognised and supported.

The schools said the initiative reinforced the message that disability is not inability.