Residents of Grashoek in the Tsumkwe Constituency of the Otjozondjupa Region are in need of electricity as well as land for livestock farming.

The residents told nbc News that the lack of electricity denies them education opportunities and impedes social progression.

They say electricity goes beyond just providing light or power, but it is an economic lifeline.

Tjinouhona Matundu narrated some of the struggles they face: "We have a problem with electricity, which is just six kilometres away from us here at Rooidak Gate. From Monday to Friday, our children are responsible for carrying firewood to prepare meals during their school break. We as parents don't have work, so we just stay home washing children's clothes. Even teachers have to walk six kilometres to charge their cellphones."

He also stated that electricity will help them do business, particularly those who sell perishable goods.

Another concern is that radio coverage does not reach them, and with electricity, they will at least be able to watch television news to be updated on the latest happenings. 

Another resident, Hans Matundu, raised a concern about livestock theft.

"My issue is that I have been in the area for a long time, and we with livestock are facing challenges where our cattle are going missing. Other people steal our animals, so we need farmland for livestock, not just mine— at least two to three farms. We gave this problem to the !Kung Traditional Authority, but till now nothing has happened."

Another challenge they face is other people who are stealing their crops and a lack of livestock market.

"Even if I say I should take two of my calves and sell them to help our children who are studying at the universities, it's not happening because we don't have a place to sell cattle."

They wish to have a place where they can sell their livestock.

The traditional authority spokesperson, Erastus Arnold, said the community was informed that they could apply for resettlement.