Located in the heart of Katutura, Windhoek, Olof Palme Primary School serves a diverse student population.

Despite facing limited resources, the school's Table Tennis team has demonstrated remarkable resilience and achieved significant success.

Olaf Palme Primary School, established to serve the expanding community in Gorengab and Greenwell Matongo, accommodates approximately 2000 students.

The school recently participated in the ARYSTEQ & Simmons Stirm Schools Tournament, with 30 of its learners competing.

However, the school faces challenges due to a lack of proper facilities, including a hall for table tennis practice.

Despite these limitations, Wilhelm Hango, the table tennis coach, initiated a creative solution by setting up outdoor practice tables.

Some learners shared their thoughts on this initiative and what keeps them motivated to play the game.

Despite the challenges, the school's table tennis team has shown that where there is a will, there is a way.

Obstacles like the lack of proper facilities have not hindered their determination to succeed.

Although the students failed to qualify for the SADC regionals due to not being members of sports clubs, they have one student who has represented the country.

Their story serves as a reminder that perseverance and innovation can overcome any hurdle, inspiring other schools and communities to follow suit.

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Ester Nekwiyu