A renovated library and a computer laboratory have
been officially inaugurated at Naosanabis Primary School in Leonardville, in
Namibia’s Omaheke Region. The project was implemented by Headspring Investments
(Pty) Ltd, part of Uranium One Group JSC, a Rosatom company, in partnership
with the school. The ceremony was attended by Dr Emma Kantema, Namibia’s
Minister of Gender Equality and Child Welfare, who officially inaugurated the
library, and Wenzel Kavaka, Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology,
who officially inaugurated the computer laboratory. Other attendees included
representatives of regional authorities, the Embassy of the Russian Federation
in Namibia, educators and learners.
The new learning spaces will serve more than 720 learners. The library will support reading activities and foster children’s interest in books, while the computer laboratory will enable learners to access digital learning resources, research information and develop independent study skills. The project began when the school requested assistance with replacing computers that had been damaged by a lightning strike. After inspecting the premises, Headspring Investments decided to carry out a full renovation and create two fully equipped learning spaces.
“When we heard the school’s call for assistance, we knew we had an opportunity to do more than simply donate computers. We wanted to create two fully equipped learning spaces where children could learn, dream and explore. A library and a computer laboratory should be places where learners discover their potential, broaden their horizons and begin to imagine possibilities beyond what they know today,” said Vanessa Bohitile, Deputy Director of Headspring Investments.
“Access to reading resources and digital technology is no longer a luxury. It is essential to preparing our children for the demands and opportunities of an evolving world. I encourage learners to make full use of these facilities by reading widely, exploring new ideas and developing the knowledge and skills they need to shape their futures. I thank Headspring Investments and the school community for helping create an environment in which our children can learn, discover and thrive,” said Dr Emma Kantema, Namibia’s Minister of Gender Equality and Child Welfare.
Rosatom plans to build a uranium mining facility in
Namibia in the coming years. Uranium One Group JSC, an international group of
companies within Rosatom, is responsible for uranium exploration and mining
development in the country. Exploration work in Namibia has identified a major
uranium deposit. The deposit is expected to be developed using in-situ
recovery, a method that has demonstrated its safety in Russia, Kazakhstan, the
United States and several other countries. Uranium mining plays an important role
in Namibia’s economy. Uranium is one of six minerals designated as “strategic”
by the Namibian Government.
Russia continues to develop international relations, with a focus on cooperation with friendly countries. The Russian economy is expanding its export capacity, supplying goods, services and raw materials worldwide and creating opportunities for companies and professionals to exchange expertise. Rosatom companies actively contribute to these efforts.
