Namibia: Former President Pohamba Calls for End to Angolan Child Labour in Namibia

Former president Hifikepunye Pohamba is worried about Angolan children. They are missing out on education because they work as cattle herders in Namibia.

At the graduation ceremony at Namibia University of Science and Technology, he spoke about this issue. He called for an end to this practice. "Angolan children are brought to Namibia to look after goats and cattle while our own children are at school," he said.

Pohamba pointed out the lack of schools in southern Angola. He suggested consulting with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to address this problem with Angolan leaders.

He emphasized that education transforms lives, communities, and nations. Pohamba urged higher learning institutions not to deny registration based on tuition costs.

"Can a country truly thrive if the doors of knowledge remain closed?" he asked. He believes investment in education is essential for economic growth, social justice, and national development.