Africa-Press – Namibia. Government efforts to complete the electrification of all schools in the Mukwe Constituency are at an advanced stage.
Chairperson of the Kavango East Regional Council and councillor for Mukwe Constituency Damian Maghambayi confirmed that all schools in the constituency are now connected to electricity, with work on the final three schools nearing completion.
He described the electrification initiative as a major milestone for the region’s education sector, particularly for learners in rural areas.
“This is a turning point for our schools. Electricity is not just about lighting classrooms. It creates access to technology, supports administration and enhances the overall learning environment. We are proud of the progress made so far,” he said.
Maghambayi added that rural development cannot succeed without basic infrastructure.
He said school electrification is central to empowering young people.
He thanked NamPower for its continued collaboration in rolling out power to remote areas and supporting the region’s development agenda.
Beyond school electrification, the constituency is witnessing the rollout of other critical infrastructure projects.
A fibre optic line is currently being installed from Divundu to the Zambezi region.
Once completed, it is expected to significantly improve internet access for schools, clinics and government offices across the constituency.
In addition to the schools, NamPower has committed a further N$2 million for the electrification of the Shadikongoro project and Thipanana village.
Providing further insight, a planner at the education ministry Emillie Sitentu said Mukwe is one of the few constituencies in the country where nearly all schools are electrified.
“Only three schools remain – Mwitjiku Primary School, Bangani Combined School and Edward Mukoya Secondary School – but all will be connected soon. The ministry is very pleased because electricity opens the door to many new avenues for development,” she said.
Sitentu stated that electrification supports a better teaching and learning environment.
“With power, schools can now make use of digital resources, safely store learning materials and improve day-to-day operations. It’s a game-changer for rural education,” she said.
With full electrification expected by the end of the financial year, Mukwe Constituency is emerging as a model of how coordinated infrastructure investment can uplift rural communities and improve access to education.
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