Bank Windhoek contributes N$1m to skills development

Bank Windhoek and the Capricorn Foundation have made a contribution of N$1 million to the National Training Authority (NTA) in support of the third national skills competition to be held at Ongwediva from 25 to 30 September.

According to a statement from the bank, the competition will showcase 14 skill sets, including automotive technology, bricklaying, carpentry, cooking, tiling, hairdressing, and welding.

The competition promises to bring out exceptional talent, innovation, and dedication to craftsmanship among the competitors, noted the statement.

The competition, organised by the Namibia Training Authority, is in line with Namibia’s efforts to cultivate a skilled and empowered workforce, which will in turn contribute to an industrialised and knowledge-based economy in line with the country’s Vision 2030 objectives.

This financial contribution reinforces Bank Windhoek and the Capricorn Foundation’s commitment to being a connector of positive change within the Namibian economy and communities in which it operates.

“Bank Windhoek and the Capricorn Foundation are delighted to partner with the NTA to bring this competition to Ongwediva,” says Bank Windhoek spokesperson Bronwyn Moody.

“Our N$1 million sponsorship reflects our unwavering commitment to education and skills development in Namibia which leads to meaningful employment for Namibians in the long-term,” she says.

In March 2022, Bank Windhoek also contributed N$1 million towards staging the successful WorldSkills Africa Swakopmund 2022, recognising the transformative potential of technical and vocational education and training (TVET).

“TVET in Namibia plays a key role in addressing unemployment, especially youth unemployment.

The Capricorn Foundation is proud of our collaboration with our subsidiary, Bank Windhoek, and our partnership with the NTA to host the third National Skills Competition.

“We remain committed to finding solutions to spur economic growth, social progress and job creation, including entrepreneurship,” says Capricorn Foundation executive officer Marlize Horn.

– email: matthew@namibian.com.na