On Wednesday, 28 February 2018, /Gai – ob Fishing CC as part of its social corporate responsibility, donated two hundred and fifty seven (257) single bed matrasses, valued at N$ 51 000.00 to Drimiopsis Primary School in Omaheke region.
During the occasion, in a speech delivered on behalf of Hon. Festus Ueitele, Omaheke Governor by his Special Advisor, Mr. P Nganate, the Honourable Governor of Omaheke applauded /Gai – ob Fishing CC for the donation of matrasses to Drimiopsis Primary School, especially during the current financial constraints. He assured /Gai – ob Fishing CC that the donation will be used for the intended purpose.
On his part, Mr. Christy //Naobeb, the chairperson of /Gai – ob Fishing CC informed the gathering that the donation was a response to a clarion call by the Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Honourable Bernard Esau, for the fishing industries to join government’s efforts in eradicating poverty. He also thanked Mr. K. Ndjavera, Superintendent and Ms. Juliana Mengo, Secretary at Drimiopsis Primary School for their determination and contribution in ensuring the possibility of the occasion.
/Gai – ob Fishing CC was established in 2011 with the aim of contributing to the social upliftment of previously disadvantaged and marginalized communities. Since its inception, /Gai – ob Fishing CC has made donations to several communities, schools and traditional authorities on an annual basis.
The occasion was attended by Mr. P. Nganate Special Advisor to Governor of Omaheke, Honourable I. Kariseb Councillor for Kalahari Constituency and Mr. P. Semba Director of Education in Omaheke Region.