Rupeho:Rupeho Junior Primary School in the Tondoro Constituency of Kavango West region has received a significant boost with the addition of a new two-classroom block, a storeroom, and an ablution facility. These developments were made possible through contributions from Tulikwateseni Fishing Pty Ltd and Demersal Fishing.

According to Namibia Press Agency , Tulikwateseni Fishing Pty Ltd undertook the construction of the classroom block and storeroom at a cost of N$1.4 million. Demersal Fishing contributed by providing an ablution facility and learning materials valued at more than N$100,000.

Established in 1975, the school previously operated under trees and later moved to makeshift classrooms made from corrugated iron sheets. It currently has an enrollment of 45 students. During the handover ceremony, School Principal Aune Amutenya highlighted that the two staff members teach Grades 1 to 3, with Grades 2 and 3 combined due to limited space.

National Council Chairperson and Mankumpi Constituency Councillor Lukas Muha, in his keynote address, acknowledged that Rupeho faced potential closure or downgrade to satellite status due to low enrollment and inadequate facilities. He emphasized the importance of education in combating poverty in Kavango West and urged students to prioritize their studies.

Lizette Williams from Demersal Fishing stressed the significance of the new ablution facility, noting that it is crucial for maintaining hygiene and safety, thus providing dignity, health, and respect for the students.

Patrick Bathromeus, managing director of Tulikwateseni, mentioned the company's commitment to supporting community projects through a strategically registered trust. Tondoro Constituency Councillor Joseph Sikongo encouraged companies benefiting from government resources to invest in educational infrastructure, suggesting that if each company constructed a school annually, all necessary facilities could be established by 2035.