San students push toward college with hopes of helping their home areas. Petrus Askoek, 26, from Tsjaka Ben Hur in Omaheke, earned his junior primary education diploma from the University of Namibia. He finished at the Keetmanshoop campus despite many hardships. He went back to teach the Khoekhoegowab language to third graders at Mphe Thuto Primary School, where he once learned it.
Many San children leave school early because families move for work, herding animals, or building fences. Askoek stayed in school through grade 12 at Johannes Dohren RC High School in 2018. The Office of the Prime Minister paid for his studies. He often lacked food but kept studying anyway. He urges other San youth never to quit on their dreams.
Askoek believes teachers can inspire students and build strong life foundations. He chose to return to his first school to make changes where he grew up. The Omaheke region has more San college students than any other area. Desiree Masheshe says money exists for San, Ovatue, Ovatjimba, and very poor students. The Vice President's office handles this support.
Many San children leave school early because families move for work, herding animals, or building fences. Askoek stayed in school through grade 12 at Johannes Dohren RC High School in 2018. The Office of the Prime Minister paid for his studies. He often lacked food but kept studying anyway. He urges other San youth never to quit on their dreams.
Askoek believes teachers can inspire students and build strong life foundations. He chose to return to his first school to make changes where he grew up. The Omaheke region has more San college students than any other area. Desiree Masheshe says money exists for San, Ovatue, Ovatjimba, and very poor students. The Vice President's office handles this support.
