Staff Writer
FNB, through the FirstRand Namibia Foundation has donated a photocopier valued at N$17 300 to Monte Christo Primary school.
“It is our hope that the donation will serve to improve the teaching and learning environment at the school and ensure that the leaners have all they need to excel. Education is one of the important sectors for the socio-economic development of this country and the Foundation has been assisting this sector through various initiatives and sponsorships. We are delighted to partner with Monte Christo Primary School because it allows us, as a corporate to bring resources that enhance the school’s ability to provide quality education, thereby enabling learners to have experiences they otherwise would not receive,” , FNB Area Sales and Service Manager ,Brain Kandanga said,
The Principal indicated that the donation has made it possible for teachers to distribute teaching and learning material in good time and further thanked FNB on behalf of the school for the generous support.
Inspector of Education Arts and Culture: Khomas Region, Catharine Vries said the Ministry is faced with numerous challenges and as such she cannot overemphasize the importance of the involvement of the Ministry’s friends of education in order to create a prosperous Namibian Society.
“The donation will have long-term social benefits in that educated children will contribute to the country’s intellectual capital and pursuing entrepreneurial opportunities, which in turn will boost the economy of the country”.
