Development Workshop Namibia

The Journey to Affordable Housing in Namibia: Groundbreaking Collaboration On September 2, 2024, Development Workshop Namibia (DWN) and the National Housing Enterprise (NHE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on providing affordable housing in Namibia. Through this partnership, DWN’s "Housing For All" program and NHE will work on servicing affordable land and assist individuals in building their homes, creating wealth that can be passed on to future generations. The NHE Chief Executive Officer, Mr Gisbertus Mukulu, acknowledged that addressing housing needs for low-income earners is challenging amid rising costs associated with land delivery and building materials. He praised the relationship with DWN as timely and potentially valuable to existing interventions such as the Informal Settlement Upgrading Project (ISUP). "The task is huge, as in many towns more than half of the population now live in informal settlements. A challenge of this scale needs a response of similar scale, and no institution alone will be able to address this," stated DWN Country Director, Ms. Jessica Brown. The signing of the MoU marks the official establishment of a partnership between both organizations, initiating a pilot project aimed at assessing potential future collaboration and mutual benefit. National Housing Enterprise (NHE) #HousingforAll #affordableandqualityhousing #developmentworkshopnamibia #NationalHousingEnterprise #Namibia

Connecting with our valued beneficiaries in Otjiwarongo! 🤝 We gathered with 180 clients from Orwetoveni, Extension 24 & 25, at Swanevelder Hall for a productive discussion on our Land and Housing project. Their questions were answered, and key updates shared. A big thank you to everyone who attended—your enthusiasm and engagement make our work truly rewarding! 🙌🏠 #AffordableQualityHomes #LandClients #DevelopmentWorkshopNamibia #AffordableHousing #SustainableUrbanDevelopment #SDG11 #Namibia"

🎉🎇 This Heroes Day, we proudly recognize individuals like Ms. Maria Nandjaya, who exemplify the positive impact of our Housing For All program. Maria’s mother, Ms. Martha Nandjaya, was a beneficiary of the program, securing a residential plot that provided crucial stability for their family. After her mother’s passing in 2020, Maria, at just 22, took on the responsibility of continuing her mother’s legacy and fulfilling her dream of homeownership. Supported by our Housing For All program, Maria invested her savings and her late mother’s legacy to build a modern 3-bedroom house. Her story is a compelling example of resilience and the meaningful impact of our initiatives. Maria reflects, "I could not give up because it was always my mother's dream to own a house. I hope she is proud of me." Let’s work together to create more stories of resilience and hope! KfW FNB Namibia Ministry of Urban and Rural Development Oshakati Town Council MTC Namibia Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH #namibiaheroesday #upliftingcommunities #developmentworkshopnamibia #murdnamibia #sustainabledevelopment #sdg11 #namibia

🌍 Site Inspection Update: We recently conducted a thorough inspection at the Eenhana project site to ensure full compliance with the Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP). This essential review guarantees that all environmental and social guidelines are being met, reinforcing our commitment to responsible and sustainable project execution. We're dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of environmental stewardship and social responsibility across all our initiatives. Together, uplifting communities —one sustainable project at a time! 🚀 KfW #sustainableurbandevelopment #environmentalandsocialmanagement #developmentworkshopnamibia #KfWnamibia #eenhanatowncouncil #ESMP #EnvironmentalManagement #SocialResponsibility #Namibia

Great news! We've reached over 33 600 homes. Through imapctful sanitation messages, that empower communities to practice healthier hygiene habits, one household at a time. 🏠🚰 By embracing these crucial messages, these communities are taking steps towards a cleaner, safer environment. Join us in making a difference by following out page and visit our website for more information. https://lnkd.in/d6VfGv5w Let's continue this journey towards healthier communities 🌍 KfW Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH #upliftingcommunities #CommunityWelfare #Developmentworkshopnamibia #MinistryofHealthandSocialServiceNamibia #Sanitation #Sustainabledevelopment #Namibia

We are thrilled to have his Excellence Mr. Thortsen Hutter, German Ambassador to Namibia, along KfW Country Director Beatrice Lucke, Thomas Feidieker, Counsellor for Development Cooperation ( German Embassy), and Martin Quinger of BGR Namibia, for the plot allocation in Onawa Proper, Oshakati. On this significant day, 17 beneficiaries received their plots. This productive visit also strengthens our partnerships and reinforces our shared commitment to sustainable development in Northern Namibia. Together, we can make a lasting impact in Namibia's communities. KfW Oshakati Town Council #housingforall #upliftingnamibiascommunities #Developmentworkshopnamibia #Oshakatitowncouncil #kfwnamibia #GermanEmbassyinNamibia #BGRNamibia #Sustainableurbandevelopment #Namibia

Exciting Developments in Okahao! 35 Beneficiaries received their plots in Kashenda Extension, Okahao, Namibia. A significant step forward in empowering our communities and supporting sustainable development 🏘🌍 KfW #UpliftingCommunities #Communityempowerment #developmentworkshopnamibia #KfW #SustainableDevelopment #Namibia

🔍 Part 3 of our series is here! This time, we’re diving into creditworthiness. Discover how to build and maintain a strong credit profile. 📈✨ Watch now on our YouTube channel! 👉https://lnkd.in/dCjip7Dn TransUnion #creditworthiness #financialtips #DevelopmentWorkshopNamibia #TransUnion #debtmanagement #moneytips #Namibia

Empowering the minds of tomorrow through storytelling 📚✨ We are thrilled to  share that Development Workshop Namibia has launched a new series of children's storybooks aimed at promoting socio-emotional development among young children, in Namibia! 📚✨ These captivating books, created by local writers Hilma Weber and Jessica Brown, and illustrator Elizabeth Kopf, are designed to nurture young minds and foster a love of reading from an early age. They also play a significant part in our Play for All programme, which focuses on Early Childhood Development (ECD) in Namibia's informal settlements. At the launch, we proudly presented these storybooks and library boxes to several kindergartens in the informal settlements of Goreangab Dam, helping inspire a love for reading among the little ones. This incredible initiative wouldn’t be possible without the unwavering support of our amazing partners— the Switzerland Embassy in Namibia, Interteam, and MTC— who believe in the power of education and community upliftment. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special occasion. Let's continue to empower the next generation with the tools they need to thrive! #earlychildhooddevelopment #developmentworkshopnamibia #Interteam #Switzerlandembassyinnamibia #MTC #education #readingisfun #communitydevelopment #socioemotionaldevelopment

🔍 Ready to take control of your debt? Part 2 of our Management Video Series is here! Dive deep into practical debt management strategies that will empower you to take charge of your financial future. 📊 In this eye-opening episode, we're tackling: • Smart debt consolidation techniques • Effective methods for prioritizing your debts • Simple yet powerful strategies to reduce what you owe Our goal? To help you understand your financial priorities and bring your debt under control. It's time to turn financial stress into financial success! Don't miss out on these game-changing insights. Watch the full video now 👉https://lnkd.in/d_wuMPxP And remember, we're not done yet - join us next Wednesday for Part 3 of this life-changing series.Your journey to financial well-being continues! 🚀 TransUnion #DebtManagement #developmentworkshopnamibia #TransUnionSoutAfrica #FinancialWellbeing #Moneytips #DebtFreeJourney