Accra:The One Economy Foundation raised N$4,924,048 at its 11th annual fundraising soir©e to support 21 programs focused on youth health, education, development, and economic opportunities across Namibia.

According to Namibia Press Agency, the funds will support the continuation of programs providing young people with access to health services, education, skills training, and business opportunities. Standard Bank made the highest pledge of N$600,000, followed by the Capricorn Foundation with N$500,000 and FNB Namibia with N$455,972, contributing a combined total of N$1,555,972.

These funds will aid the One Economy Foundation in delivering programs centered on sexual and reproductive health, education, youth development, entrepreneurship, and economic empowerment. The foundation's initiatives aim to help young people lead healthy and productive lives while creating opportunities for those with limited access to services.

The fundraising event, themed 'Rooted in Purpose,' brought together donors, business representatives, and national leaders to celebrate the foundation's 11 years of work. The One Economy Foundation, established by Monica Geingos, expressed its commitment to continuing its collaboration with partners and donors to sustain and expand opportunities for young Namibians. Geingos extended her gratitude to sponsors, donors, and guests for their contributions to the fundraising effort.

Much of the foundation's work is carried out at the #BeFree Youth Campus in Katutura, where young people have access to services and programmes focusing on health, education, violence prevention and entrepreneurship.

The campus also houses the #BeFree Cares Clinic, which provides sexual and reproductive health services, mental health counselling and health information.