Ngurare hails teachers as pillars of Namibia’s future

Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has commended teachers across the country for their unwavering dedication to shaping the future of Namibia’s young people, describing teaching as the foundation of all professions and a noble calling.

Ngurare made the remarks during a stopover at Himarwa Ithete Secondary School in the Mpungu constituency of the Kavango west region on Friday.

He was on his way to Eenhana for the memorial and funeral service of the late Swapo stalwart Kanana Hishoono.

Hishoono will be laid to rest at the Eenhana Memorial Shrine on Saturday.

Ngurare said that through the tireless efforts of teachers, young Namibians were empowered to dream of a better future, adding that the government deeply appreciated the hard work, resilience and sacrifice demonstrated by educators on a daily basis.

“I am proud of our teachers. They are ‘kamana ka ndongo’ – guiding pillars and role models for their pupils,” he said.

Emphasising the link between education, health and national prosperity, Ngurare said an educated and healthy nation was essential for sustainable development.

He acknowledged that teachers continued to deliver quality education despite numerous challenges, noting that their contribution to nation-building did not go unnoticed.

The prime minister assured educators of the government’s continued commitment to an equitable learning environment for all pupils across Namibia’s 121 constituencies.

He reiterated the government’s vision of ensuring equal access to education and resources for every child, regardless of geographical location or socio-economic background.

Echoing sentiments previously expressed by the President, Ngurare said Namibia was “too few to be poor,” underscoring government’s resolve to ensure that every child attended school and benefitted equally from the country’s resources.

Ngurare called on directors and inspectors of education, and everybody in the education sector, to prioritise implementation over rhetoric.

“We must move beyond promises and focus on delivery.

“Meaningful implementation will earn the trust of our people,” he said.

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