The 18th Okakarara Annual Trade Fair Gala Dinner paid tribute to the late Otjozondjupa Governor, James Uerikua, celebrating his legacy of service while reaffirming the role of the trade fair in driving economic growth and entrepreneurship.
Over N$1 million was pledged towards the Lüderitz Mayoral Fundraising Gala dinner that was held on Saturday in Lüderitz.
The funds are earmarked for community development projects within the town.
The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) has pledged support for the Namibia National Solidarity Campaign for Cuba, an initiative aimed at mobilising funds to purchase medical supplies and solar panels.
The broadcaster made the announcement during a meeting with the committee members.
Miss World Namibia, Elly Aron's send-off gala dinner at Eenhana has raised N$116,000 in pledges, including the donation of one head of cattle by the former governor of Ohangwena, Usko Nghaamwa.
The Kuisebmund Secondary School Hall Project Gala Dinner, held in Walvis Bay, has successfully raised nearly N$3 million.
Speaking at the fundraising event, Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare said strategic investments in youth empowerment, skills development, and community growth start with education.
The community of Omaalala in the Oshana Region held their first-ever expo to raise funds for the back-to-school drive, such as school uniforms and other essentials.
The Namibia Institute of Public Administration and Management (NIPAM), in collaboration with the Office of the Prime Minister, inaugurated the Prime Minister's Annual Charity Foundation Gala Dinner.
The Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust's (NFCPT) gala dinner held in Rundu raised more than N$324,000.
The money will be used for educational and social development projects in the Kavango East Region.
The Keetmanshoop Agricultural Industrial and Tourism Expo (KAITE) held a fundraising gala dinner where it raised more than N$300,000 for this year's event, scheduled to take place at the end of next month.
Seaside Primary School at Walvis Bay raised over N$100,000 for the construction of an administration building.
Seaside Primary School at Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay, opened doors in 2017, with 600 learners and 19 teachers.
This figure has since increased to 1,700 children with about 60 staff members.
