Rob Youth Foundation (RYF) and Namibian Institute of Mining Technology (NIMT) have begun the much anticipated renovations at the Katutura State Hospital Maternity Ward Section.
NIMT’s principal for job attachments Ismael Groenewald expressed pride at being involved in the project and serving the nation citing that there was visible progress as they had begun with the storeroom.
“I am honored to represent NIMT and to serve the nation,” said Groenewald before pointing out that material delivery process and an obvious congestion with nurses had been somewhat a hindrance.
Notwithstanding, Groenewald has set a target of two weeks to complete the project, all of which will be done by trainees proficient in observing safety protocols.
One of the trainees Ndaile Naftali, is experiencing his first ‘on the job’ attachment and believes that this is the type of project that will equip him with necessary skills to benefit him in the future.
‘’My advice to the youth who is in the same field as mine is to focus on gaining the experience and when you get a job focus on it, don’t just focus on the money,” he said.
An elated Chantel Kamezhou, RYF Khomas regional manager, was over the moon as the fruits of hard work finally began to show after the project being delayed.
“Despite the delay the project looks like it will be completed on time. The personnel on the ground are highly efficient, well-equipped and up to the task and they have assured us that they should be finished in two to three weeks. This project is very close to my heart. Despite facing numerous challenges, Katutura State Hospital has facilitated in the births and saving of many lives and equally it has seen its share of departures.
She added: “We have begun pulling toward the right direction; trying to fix what needs fixing to improve hospital effectiveness and ultimately ensuring that the nation will benefit by meeting government halfway.”
Sister Nancy Kago, Sister in charge at the Maternity ward section believes that the Rob Youth Foundation is “a life saver” and commended the Foundation for showing great initiative and foresight in tackling an extremely important and sensitive issue to the country: healthcare.