Staff Reporter
Africa-Press – Namibia. THE Rob Youth Foundation Ohangwena Regional Team, on Friday 4th August 2023, handed over 70 mattresses to Engela District Hospital in an attempt to address shortages of mattresses at the hospital. The mattresses were proudly sponsored by Sanlam Namibia, amounting to around N$28,927.43.
Penehupifo Matias, Deputy Mayor of Helao Nafidi, in her welcoming remarks said, “The handover is a testimony to the efforts of the Rob Youth Foundation to improve the living conditions of the hospital, particularly in the Ohangwena Region. We highly appreciate the generosity of the Rob Youth Foundation, together with Sanlam Namibia, to supplement the effort to address the needs of our people.”
Elkan Hainghumbi, Councilor of Engela Constituency, stated that government hospitals are faced with many challenges, specifically with mattresses and other linens. He expressed his profound appreciation and gratitude to the Rob Youth Foundation for meeting the government halfway by donating mattresses to Engela State Hospital.
Lukas Tshithigona, Sanlam Namibia Ondangwa Branch Manager, highlighted that the collaboration between Sanlam and the Rob Youth Foundation showcases the values cherished by Sanlam, including compassion, empathy, and dedication to the wellbeing of the communities.
Tangi Shonena, Public Relations Officer for the Rob Youth Foundation, said, “As a Youth Foundation, we are proud to play our part in ensuring that our health facilities in Namibia are well-maintained and that our people are accommodated in a conducive environment.”
The Rob Youth Foundation’s vision is to be the leading Youth Foundation in identifying problems faced by Namibian Youth and communities at large. Furthermore, it aims to be a reliable Foundation in solving challenges faced by the Youth and communities by providing practical solutions throughout the country in line with the country’s developmental goals, such as the Harambee Prosperity Plan, National Development Plans, and Vision 2030.
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