The Dobe Primary School in Tsumkwe is faced with a high incidence of teacher and learner absenteeism, as well as a lack of good infrastructure and furniture.

The School Board Chairperson, |Ui Jolo, told nbc News that such challenges are hampering lessons.

The Namibia Ports Authority (Namport) has come to the aid of some schools in Kavango that have been struggling with furniture.

The company donated more than 300 chairs and desks worth about N$150,000 to three schools in the region.