Martin Endjala
A family of five in the Oshaanawa village, in Uukwiwu-Uushona Constituency whose house burnt to ashes in August 2023, still has no roof over their heads, and with the rainy season lingering, they now fear that the roof might not materialise in time.
A family member Ester William, told Windhoek Observer in an interview that they are currently sharing one tin room which also accommodates their belongings.
“Since our home burnt down, all five of us share the small shack where we also store all our belongings like food, clothes, and pots among others. I am afraid that it is about to rain and we still do not have a roof over our heads.
We have written letters to the headman, who wrote to the councillor and the Oshana region Governor’s Office, but it’s been a month now going to two without a roof over our heads, we even requested a tent for the meantime. However, we were told that an assessment report must first be conducted and handed over to the regional council for disaster relief”.
William who is currently in her final year at the International University of Management Ongwediva campus said they are grateful for the support they have received so far from the public and the council office in the constituency who provided them with food packages, blankets and mattresses. As well as some building materials which the Councilor bought with his own money,
However, what they mostly need now is a roof over their heads to store items they are receiving from various good samaritans and the council.
“If the office of the governor or council can erect for us a tent while we wait for materials to build a proper shelter for us, we will truly appreciate it, because currently, we have no storage room since the previous one burned down.
Meanwhile, Governor Elia Irimari said he is aware of the family situation and he has since been anticipating receiving a report once it reaches his office, he will then see how best to assist the family with the available resources at his disposal.
Irimari advised the family not to suffer in silence, and that they are welcome to approach his office or write a letter for further assistance.
