Nanso warns teachers against alcohol use at school sport events

The National Association of Namibian Students Organisations (Nanso) in the Kunene region has issued a strong warning to teachers and school sport officials, urging them to uphold discipline and prioritise pupils’ safety during school tournaments.

A media statement released on 20 January by the Nanso regional secretary of sport, Martinez Tjitjekura Kavetu, reminded educators that accompanying pupils to sport events carried a serious duty.

Kavetu cautioned that any form of alcohol consumption by teachers and team managers during tournaments was unacceptable and unprofessional, as it placed pupils’ safety and well-being at risk.

“Teachers are entrusted with the responsibility to guide, protect, and supervise pupils at all times,” Kavetu said.

“Abandoning this role through irresponsible behaviour undermines the trust placed in them by parents, schools, and the community.”

He called on school management and education authorities to take firm action against any educator found violating this responsibility, stressing that accountability was key to maintaining discipline and a safe sporting environment.

Kavetu also highlighted the importance of medical preparedness at school sport events.

He advised sport organisers across the Kunene region to ensure that medical support was available at every tournament, either through nearby health facilities or trained personnel on site.

According to him, competitive sporting events carried the risk of injuries and medical emergencies, making health and safety a top priority.

Beyond sport, Nanso used the opportunity to encourage schools to participate in the upcoming Nanso Regional Debate Competition scheduled for March.

Kavetu said the competition played a vital role in developing learners’ English communication skills, confidence, and critical thinking, which were essential for both academic success and future leadership.

Nanso reaffirmed its commitment to promoting discipline, safety, academic excellence, and responsible sport development in schools across the region.

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