Residents and alumni of Festus Gonteb Primary School in Mondesa, Swakopmund, are partnering with government to build a school hall to accommodate a growing learner population.

Alumni spokesperson Fluksman Samuehl said, “This project is urgent. Festus Gonteb is not just an ordinary school; it is a heritage institution, the oldest school where I started Sub A in 1974. It offers enormous potential to support Namibian children.”

The group has already funded a two-million-dollar boundary wall.

Erongo Governor Nathalia /Goagoses stressed that proper school facilities should not be a luxury and called for fully equipped schools from inception.

Acting Education Director Helena Asino noted budget constraints limit new infrastructure projects but assured technical support for the hall’s construction.

The project will be driven through a partnership between government, the regional council, and the alumni network.