Namibian author Hilma Weber has launched a new children's book, Temba Kids, in Windhoek.

Speaking at the launch, librarian at the National Library Aina Sakaria stated that the children's book supports the promotion of literacy and preserving culture by encouraging reading.

"It is a meaningful contribution to nation building, literacy development, and cultural preservation. Through her work, young readers are encouraged not only to read but also to dream, explore, and appreciate the richness of their own heritage. Partnerships with authors, educators, publishers, and literacy advocates such as Ms Hill must strengthen our collective mission to ensure that quality reading materials are accessible to every child in every corner of the country."

Hilma Weber, the author and founder of Temba Kids, explained that she focuses on creating children's books for Namibian children, especially those in under-resourced communities with limited access to reading materials, emphasising equal access.

"When I started writing five years ago, my goal was to create children's books for Namibian children, especially children growing up with very little or no access to children's books. Because I mean, we do know the divide, like the wealth divide that we have, the gap between the poor and the rich. So there are many children growing up in under-resourced schools and communities that don't have access to books."

The launch highlighted the importance of literacy, cultural preservation and equal access to reading materials, and improving learning opportunities for all children across Namibia.