Staff Reporter
VICE President Lucia Witbooi has called for increased support for Project Never Walk Alone, describing it as a “notable initiative” that provides quality footwear to vulnerable children across Namibia.
“This initiative seeks to restore dignity, strengthen educational participation and inclusion, and create equal opportunities for every Namibian child. It is within this context that I call upon corporate entities, financial institutions, development partners, faith-based organisations, civil society, and individual stakeholders to continue supporting and investing in Project Never Walk Alone,” Witbooi said.
She made the remarks at the Second Project Never Walk Alone Fundraising Gala Dinner in Windhoek, an event aimed at mobilising support and raising funds for the project.
Scenes from the Second Project Never Walk Alone Fundraising Gala Dinner. Photos: Office of the Vice President of Namibia.
The Vice President explained that the project focuses on procuring and distributing quality footwear to children in need nationwide. She revealed that it has already delivered more than 12,800 pairs of high-quality leather shoes across nine regions.
“This remarkable achievement deserves recognition and the continued support of all Namibians,” she continued.
Witbooi noted that the project has a three-year plan to assist more than 31,500 barefoot children at an estimated cost of N$12.9 million.
“As a nation, we must continue to build a Namibia where every child, regardless of social or economic background, has the opportunity to walk proudly, learn confidently, and dream freely. Project Never Walk Alone reminds us that caring for vulnerable children is not the responsibility of Government alone. It is a shared national duty that requires active citizenship, partnership, and compassion from all sectors of society,” the Vice President added.
