Orphan Trust to hold a special fundraiser

THE Christina Swart-Opperman Aids Orphan Foundation Trust will be holding a Formal Gala Dinner at the end of the month.

All proceeds from the event, to be held under the theme “Ode to the Spirit of the Namibian Child’, will go towards the upliftment of children affected by HIV-AIDS in the Kunene Region. Entertainment will be provided by Ian Roberts (a well-known celebrity from South Africa) as Master of Ceremonies.Namibia’s Jackson Kaujeua will perform some of his most popular songs and will be joined by Roberts for a song dedicated to the Namibian child.In addition, the talented Sunrise Kids – under the guidance of well-known choreographer Sisi – will perform dances to music and the rhythm of the African Beat.The vision of the Trust, launched in February 2003, is to contribute towards social reform in Namibia.Specific objectives include the upliftment and improvement of the quality of the life of children orphaned by AIDS in Namibia.The Trust also participates in programmes dealing with education, care and feeding schemes, prevention and psycho-social support, and endeavours to provide assistance to all regions in Namibia.It raises funds from among the business community and through fundraising projects.The dinner takes place at the Safari Court & Conference Centre on February 28.* Tickets cost N$5 000 for a table of 10 or N$500 for individual seats.They are available from the Christina Swart-Opperman Aids Orphan Foundation Trust Tel : 061 220 423 – E-mail: HYPERLINK “mailto:csotrust@mweb.com.na” csotrust@mweb.com.na or speak to Dr Swart-Opperman for table sales.Entertainment will be provided by Ian Roberts (a well-known celebrity from South Africa) as Master of Ceremonies.Namibia’s Jackson Kaujeua will perform some of his most popular songs and will be joined by Roberts for a song dedicated to the Namibian child.In addition, the talented Sunrise Kids – under the guidance of well-known choreographer Sisi – will perform dances to music and the rhythm of the African Beat.The vision of the Trust, launched in February 2003, is to contribute towards social reform in Namibia.Specific objectives include the upliftment and improvement of the quality of the life of children orphaned by AIDS in Namibia.The Trust also participates in programmes dealing with education, care and feeding schemes, prevention and psycho-social support, and endeavours to provide assistance to all regions in Namibia.It raises funds from among the business community and through fundraising projects.The dinner takes place at the Safari Court & Conference Centre on February 28.* Tickets cost N$5 000 for a table of 10 or N$500 for individual seats.They are available from the Christina Swart-Opperman Aids Orphan Foundation Trust Tel : 061 220 423 – E-mail: HYPERLINK “mailto:csotrust@mweb.com.na” csotrust@mweb.com.na or speak to Dr Swart-Opperman for table sales.