Anna Nghipondoka
Biography
[edit]Ester-Anna-Liisa Shiwomwenyo Nghipondoka, also know as Anna Nghipondoka, (born 13 June 1957) is a Namibian politician and member of SWAPO. She was appointed the Minister of Education, Arts and Culture in March 2020 after having worked as deputy minister with the same portfolio since 2015.
Quotes
[edit]- The donation includes crucial infrastructure such as classrooms, administration blocks, ablution facilities, libraries, teachers’ housing, and hostels for learners
- No longer will our learners have to endure long, exhausting journeys to and from school, and our teachers will find greater stability and support in their roles
- Over the decades, this relationship has blossomed into a robust partnership, particularly in the fields of infrastructure and socio-economic development. Under the leadership of President Xi Jinping, China has continued to extend its support to Namibia, with education being a key focus of collaboration
- Education is a collective responsibility, and together we can ensure that every Namibian child has access to quality, inclusive, and equitable education
- Learners should listen to their teachers. Learners should respect their teachers the same way they respect their parents at home
- Schools should not be a toxic environment. Learners’ behaviour should be discussed by both teachers, parents and the principal
- Challenges have been there many years ago – even when I was a teacher, but learners were passin
- Education is very important. Our ministry will continue working hard to ensure that every child has access to education
- As parents and guardians, it is our duty to instill in our children a love for reading from a young age. By nurturing this habit, we equip them with the tools they need to navigate an increasingly complex global landscape
- Let us make it a habit to pick up a book, whether it be a novel, a biography, or a poem. Let us encourage our children to explore the shelves of our libraries and discover the treasures within
