Four inmates of the Namibian Correctional Service (NCS) form part of the 158 competitors taking part in the 3rd National Skills Competition currently underway at the Ongwediva Trade Fair Centre in Oshana Region.

The nbc News team caught up with Patrick Gariseb from the Windhoek Correctional Facility, who is participating in the Automotive Technology trade category. He expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to enhance his skills. Gariseb, who has been in prison for six years, is due to be released in a few months.

Despite encountering a few challenges, such as the short supply of materials and equipment in the northern regions, the steering committee of the third National Skills Competition is optimistic that all will be set for the competition on Tuesday.

Speaking to nbc News, the chairperson of the committee, Tobias Nambala, says the procurement of some materials in the northern regions has been a challenge.

He said some of the equipment was damaged during the transportation process from Windhoek.