A community campaign to preserve the Khoekhoegowab language has succeeded at Auas Primary School, boosting enrolment in mother-tongue classes following last year's curriculum dispute.

Activist Shaun Gariseb launched an awareness drive highlighting indigenous language, culture, and identity importance. The effort prompted parents to demand Khoekhoegowab instruction without formal mobilisation.

"This shows that when awareness is raised, people stand up and act. Parents decided to enrol their children because they understand the value of mother-tongue education. I thank them for that."

Khoekhoegowab classes now serve 45 learners, with 20 more on the waiting list. Community activist Verona !Kharuxas celebrated the development.

"I'm excited and relieved that classes are open. One is already full to capacity—we need another. Parents brought their kids today; they must start with the basics."

Parents, such as Ouma Hilde Boois, credit the new principal for facilitating the reintroduction and expansion.

"I've enrolled my grandson in the Khoekhoegowab Grade 0 class because it's important for children to continue our language and embrace the culture."

Classroom space constraints prevent accommodating waiting-list learners. Education guidelines limit teacher-learner ratios to 25:1, which the school cannot exceed without additional facilities.