FNB Namibia staff recently volunteered their time to prepare workbooks, pack stationery and prepare teaching files for the Amos Meerkat Early Childhood Development Programme.
The Amos Meerkat Project is a pre-school development programme that aims to ensure that every pre-schooler in Namibia, particularly those from farming communities and informal settlements, are prepared for primary school.
“In observance of Independence Day, which is commemorated on March 21st every year, our staff members showed their patriotism to the Amos Meerkat Early Childhood Development Programme by volunteering their time and skills to ensure that the learners and teachers have the tools necessary to tackle the academic year” says Revonia Job, FirstRand Namibia Corporate Social Investment (CSI) Manager.
“This not only boosts their confidence but allows them to complete their academic year without lacking essential materials. This Programme is in line with our partnership strategy, enhancing the quality of contributions that people can make in their own communities. We are proud of our staff for making this possible” she adds.
To date, 4 610 children between the ages of five and six years were prepared for Grade 1, while the number of educators who received training currently stands at 230 teachers and monitors. The project is currently conducted in the Kunene, Kavango East, Oshana, Erongo, Hardap, Karas, Khomas, Otjozondjupa and Omaheke regions.