Erongo centres to benefit from food donation
The Erongo region in Namibia is launching a food donation initiative for early childhood development centers, including those for children with special needs. The program aims to improve nutrition and support inclusive education.
Why it matters
Addresses food insecurity and promotes social inclusion for children with disabilities in a regional educational context.
Early Childhood Development Centres in the Erongo region are set to benefit from a food donation initiative aimed at combating hunger, with the Yahweh Down Syndrome Foundation Centre in Narraville among those selected.
The initiative, led by the Office of the Erongo Governor in partnership with Erongo Marine Enterprises, forms part of the World Food Day commemoration and seeks to support children’s nutrition and learning.
The donation consists of 900 kilogrammes of frozen horse mackerel and hake, 600 tins of canned fish and 1 800 meal packs, each providing up to six servings.
Other centres in the Daures, Karibib, Walvis Bay Rural and Walvis Bay Urban constituencies will also benefit from the initiative.
Erongo governor Dr Nathalia Goagoses said investing in children’s nutrition was essential for their health, development and education.
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