Namdeb supports Environmental Literacy amongst 14 Schools through Primary Schools Quiz

The School Environment Clubs (SEC) Namibia successfully hosted the Primary Schools Quiz 2025 at Pionierspark Primary School (Parkies), bringing together 14 schools from the Khomas Region under the theme: “Protecting what sustains us: Food, Water, Environment, Energy and Life”. The quiz was held in partnership with Namdeb Diamond Corporation (NAMDEB), the Namibian Chamber of Environment (NCE) and the Ministry of Education, while refreshments were sponsored by Namibia Dairies and Klein Windhoek SPAR. With five learners representing each school, the competition aimed to enhance environmental literacy and empower the next generation with knowledge to safeguard Namibia’s natural resources.

In his keynote remarks, Mr Riaan Burger, CEO of NAMDEB, emphasised the importance of caring not only for the environment but also for people, stressing that sustainable progress can only be achieved when communities value both ecological and human wellbeing. Ms Ottilie Fillipus, secretary-general of NCE, encouraged learners to dream big, work actively towards their goals, keep learning in every way possible and value agriculture and the environment. The competition showcased remarkable talent, with the following schools taking top honours:

Mainstream schools:

• Suiderhof Primary School
• People’s Primary School
• Tobias Hainyeko Primary School
• Delta School Windhoek
• Pionierspark Primary School

Resource schools:

• Môreson Special School
• Dagbreek Resource School

Beyond the competition, the quiz highlighted the critical role of schools and young learners in shaping a sustainable future. By fostering curiosity, inclusivity, teamwork and knowledgesharing, SEC Namibia continues to nurture leaders who will champion environmental stewardship in their communities.

As part of its broader mission, SEC Namibia remains committed to empowering learners through educational initiatives that inspire environmental responsibility. The SEC Primary Schools Quiz will continue as an annual event, with the next milestone being the 2026 SEC Namibia High School Environmental Debate.