Growing the entrepreneurial industry in Namibia

Windhoek West constituency aids entrepreneurs with equipment to support the growth of income-generating activities.
Michelline Nawatises
STAFF REPORTER





The Khomas regional council’s Windhoek West constituency office recently donated equipment and materials to the value of N$150 000 to entrepreneurs as assistance and support for the growth of income-generating activities in the region.

The donation came as part of the Income Generating Activities Programme. The beneficiaries received materials or equipment such as embroidery, industrial sewing, ice cream maker-mixer, drilling and welding machines, as well as a chest freezer, digital camera, stainless steel ladders, metal toolbox with drawers, a professional umbrella and daylight lamps for an art studio, drawing and painting.

Additionally, the beneficiaries received dining chairs with tables and many other items to support sustainable employment creation in the constituency.

The projects include welding, tailoring, catering, a salon and an arts and craft studio that promote entrepreneurship, self-employment and boost employment to others.