Renthia Kaimbi
Manica Group Namibia has pledged N$600 000 towards the construction of a multi-purpose hall at Kuisebmond Secondary School, adding support to efforts to complete the facility.
The pledge was announced at a handover ceremony on Wednesday.
The hall is expected to serve the school and the wider community. It will be used for assemblies, sports, vocational training and youth programmes.
Manica Group managing director Ralph Ruiters said the contribution is linked to his connection to the area and the need for private sector support.
“Growing up in Kuisebmund, I recall a joyful childhood. The presence of sports facilities and parks was a major contribution to that joy,” Ruiters said.
“As the private sector, we need to play a larger and more intentional role in community investment. This funding forms part of Manica’s education drive to assist schools in creating healthy and conducive learning spaces.”
School principal Jonathan Maswahu said the project will now move forward.
“We are grateful to Manica Group for this substantial pledge. Work is expected to move forward in April, with the roof trusses scheduled to begin,” Maswahu said.
The hall committee has been leading fundraising efforts.
Vice chairperson Vilho Nevonga said the contribution will help advance construction.
“This contribution has touched our hearts and will go a long way toward completing the construction,” Nevonga said.
Construction has been ongoing for several years. The school raised N$2.5 million at a fundraising event in February.
The remaining cost to complete the project is estimated at N$3 million.
The contribution forms part of Manica Group Namibia’s corporate social investment programme, which focuses on education, youth development and community support.
