Staff Reporter
PRESIDENT Hage Geingob expressed his gratitude to all teachers for their joint efforts and contributions to the development of the country’s human capital, adding that the world is a better place because of the teaching profession.
The president shared this on World Teachers’ Day, which is celebrated annually on 5 October. This year, the day was commemorated under the theme “The transformation of education begins with teachers”.
“Through the noble efforts of a teacher and education, the son of a farm worker becomes a President of a country and the daughter of a domestic worker becomes a medical doctor. As a former teacher myself, I am fully aware of the vital and difficult role teachers play in education and in building better and successful communities,” he said.
Geingob emphasised that the efforts of teachers should not be ignored as teachers have demonstrated a heart for education, even during difficult times, such as the Covid-19 pandemic. He added that teachers, as the backbone of education, should therefore embrace the noble call of guaranteeing quality education and developing the Namibian child to be competitive in a knowledgeable society.
“I encourage all teachers to work together to shape an ethical society of quality citizens who can play their part in strengthening the foundations of the Namibian House,” the president said.
