SEC Namibia strengthens youth environmental education
Monika Amunyela From environmental quizzes and debates to recycling competitions and practical conservation visits, School Environment Clubs (SEC) Namibia is
2026-08-192026-08-19By Correspondent
Monika Amunyela
From environmental quizzes and debates to recycling competitions and practical conservation visits, School Environment Clubs (SEC) Namibia is expanding its efforts to equip young Namibians with the knowledge and skills to become environmental stewards.
The organisation’s 2026 programmes have provided learners with opportunities to engage with environmental issues, develop critical thinking skills and participate in practical activities aimed at promoting sustainability.
The year began with the Primary Schools Environmental Quiz on 6 March at Delta Primary School, with 14 schools from Windhoek participating under the theme ‘Sustaining Tomorrow: Environmental Knowledge for Namibia’s Development’.
The quiz encouraged learners to explore environmental challenges while promoting academic development and environmental responsibility.
Two resource schools also took part, reflecting SEC Namibia’s focus on inclusive participation.
A week later, 16 secondary schools from across Namibia took part in the High Schools Environmental Debate at Deutsche Höhere Privatschule Windhoek (DHPS).
Under the theme ‘Human Actions and their Environmental Impact on Namibia’, learners debated issues such as climate change, pollution, conservation and sustainable development.
SEC Namibia also partnered with the European Union Youth Sounding Board for a Pledge Day at Dagbreek Resource School on 18 March, during which learners made personal and collective commitments to protect Namibia’s natural resources.
School visits to Avis Dam, conducted in partnership with the Namibia Environmental Wildlife Society, provided learners with practical exposure to ecosystems, biodiversity and conservation through observations, demonstrations and guided discussions.
The organisation later expanded its environmental education work to the Erongo region through its inaugural Arts and Craft Recycling Competition, held at the Multipurpose Centre in Swakopmund on 11 June.
The event brought together learners from eight schools, who transformed recyclable materials into innovative and functional creations.
SEC Namibia Erongo region administrator Nelao Hauulu said the competition was an educational experience.
“It is much more than a contest. It’s about creativity, environmental stewardship, teamwork, confidence and responsible citizenship among learners,” she said.
Country director Inomuinjo Kapimbi said the event marked an important step towards expanding SEC Namibia’s environmental education programmes beyond the Khomas region.
“We remain committed to instilling a passion for environmental stewardship among learners and empowering them to become future environmental leaders,” she added.
Chairperson Bertha Shifeta said environmental education remains an ongoing journey.
“Every small action, every lesson shared and every young mind inspired adds to a bigger movement of caring for our Earth,” she said.
She added that they are committed to taking small steps that will create ripples that can grow into waves of change in the future.
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