OMF unveils Little Green Ambassadors Initiative
28 schools chosen to lead the charge for planet earth
The Old Mutual Foundation (OMF) revealed the 28 primary schools selected to participate in the pioneering Little Green Ambassadors Initiative.This project is dedicated to empowering the youth of Namibia to become champions for our planet and advocates for environmental sustainability.
As part of this initiative, OMF sponsors the planting of 56 trees, distributing two trees to each of the chosen schools across the regions. In addition, the participating schools receive essential resources to care for their trees over a three-month period.
Each school will have two Little Green Ambassadors, a grade 1 and grade 7 learner, who will lead efforts in caring for the trees and raising awareness about environmental issues within their school and community.
The chosen Little Green Ambassadors schools are:
• Erongo: Brandberg Primary School and Namib Primary School
• Hardap: AME Community Primary School and D.D Guibeb Primary School
• //Karas: Ariamsvlei Primary School and Khoichas Ecumenical Community School
• Kavango East: Rundu Junior Primary School and Andara Combined School
• Kavango West: Mururani Combined School and Hausiku Wakina Primary School
• Khomas: Hillside Primary School and Waldorf School
• Kunene: Moria Private School and Eddie Bowe Primary School
• Ohangwena: Dr Daniel Kashikola Primary School and Ondeikela Combined School
• Omaheke: Gobabis Project School and Motsomi Primary School
• Omusati: Jerry Ekandjo Combined School and Superb Children English Academy
• Oshana: Oshipumbu Combined School and Hashiyana Primary School
• Oshikoto: Onakathila Combined School and Tsintsabis Combined School
• Otjozondjupa: Berg Aukas Primary School and Vooruit Primary School
• Zambezi: Sikaunga Primary School and Machita Primary School
Mignon du Preez, Group Marketing, Public Affairs, and Sustainability Executive, shared her sentiments about the initiative, saying, “With the Little Green Ambassadors Initiative, we're planting the roots of a greener future for Namibia. Our belief in the transformative power of young minds drives us to cultivate a generation that not only values sustainability but actively champions it. This initiative is our commitment to nurturing eco-conscious leaders who will ensure a brighter tomorrow for our beloved country.”
At the conclusion of this period, an assessment will be done of the schools' efforts in nurturing their trees. Exciting prizes await the schools that excel in this endeavour, with rewards totalling to more than N$50 000 to the top five chosen schools.