Unicef Namibia

08/10/2026

When water is scarce, the effects can reach far beyond thirst.

Children can face challenges in maintaining hygiene, preparing food safely and staying healthy when there is no access to safe, clean water.

Reliable access to water supports more than basic needs. It helps create the conditions they need to attend school, stay healthy and live with dignity.

06/10/2026

Clean water, sanitation and hygiene are not luxuries; they are part of what children need to stay healthy.

Article 24 of the states that has the right to the highest attainable standard of health. Access to safe water and good hygiene practices, including handwashing, are an important part of protecting that right.

05/10/2026

Clean hands help keep children healthy.

Our hands come into contact with people, food, surfaces and objects throughout the day. Without proper handwashing, germs can spread from our hands to our mouths, eyes or food, increasing the risk of illness.

Washing hands with soap and running water helps prevent the spread of disease.

Because deserves the chance to grow up healthy and protected.

02/10/2026

Behind is a network of people who can help shape their journey.

Teachers support children in their learning. Parents and caregivers provide guidance at home. Communities create the spaces in which children grow, learn and interact.

Each of these relationships can influence how children experience the world around them.

When the people around children work together, children have a stronger foundation from which to explore, learn and grow.

01/10/2026

Sometimes, supporting a child is found in the little things.

A conversation, encouragement when something feels difficult. A safe place to ask questions. A chance to try something new.

These moments may seem small, but they can help children feel supported, secure and confident as they navigate the world around them.

Creating a positive childhood is not always about doing something extraordinary. Sometimes, it is simply about showing up, paying attention and letting children know they are cared for.

29/09/2026

Childhood deserves to be valued, not only on commemorative days.

We celebrate the potential of every child, today and every day.

From the child growing up in a city, a village or a remote community. To the child learning in a classroom, discovering a new talent or simply enjoying the freedom to play. To children with different abilities, experiences, cultures, dreams and ways of seeing the world.

Let's recommit ourselves to creating a world where can be safe, heard, included and supported.

29/09/2026

25/09/2026

Good nutrition is about more than having enough food; it is also about getting a balance of the nutrients the body needs.

Malnutrition can occur when a child's diet does not provide the essential nutrients needed to support their health and development. This can include a lack of important vitamins, minerals, protein and other nutrients.

Understanding children's nutritional needs can help families and caregivers make informed choices about the foods children consume.

Let's ensure has access to nutritious foods that support their well-being and development.

25/09/2026

UNICEF Deputy Representative, ToshikoTakashi, handed over items valued at over N$200,000 to Hon. ǁKhamuseb, governor of the Otjozondjupa Region, in support of the Tsumkwe Cultural Festival. Reaffirming our commitment to promoting children's rights, cultural identity & community participation.

This forms part of UNICEF's broader investment of over N$800,000 in Tsumkwe, which will also include the provision of sports equipment and computer equipment for Tsumkwe Primary School, Tsumkwe Secondary School, and a local youth group.

These contributions aim to support the development of children and young people by promoting learning, digital skills, recreation, and opportunities to celebrate and preserve their rich cultural heritage.

For UNICEF, this is about more than providing opportunities. It is about fulfilling children's rights. The Convention on the Rights of the Child recognizes both the role of education in nurturing respect for cultural identity (Article 29) and the right of indigenous and minority children to enjoy their culture and language (Article 30). By investing in learning, skills, recreation and cultural heritage, we are helping children and young people build a brighter future while staying connected to their roots.