LOCATION: Otavi
VALUE: N$ 125 000.00
One of the projects tabled by the trustees was concerned with the renovation and upgrading of the Otavi sports facilities. Given the significance of the game of soccer in Namibia, the soccer field was tackled first. The support by the Otavi community clearly showed the relevance of this project: the business community as well as private individuals were keen to contribute or share a helping hand in renovating the stadium and upgrading the field.
It was no surprise that the celebration of the completed project on 3rd April 2011 turned into a major event that united the entire town of Otavi for a day of fun. For the occasion, OOCT invited Global United FC e.V., a NGO that consists of more than 300 of the world’s most famous former players and coaches, including stars such as FrediBobic, Mark Fish and LotharMatthäus who have the mission of fighting for a better environment by playing exhibition football matches at various locations worldwide that are affected by climate change.
In a historic soccer match kicked-off by the Honourable Minister of Trade and Industry, HageGeingob, international, regional and local soccer legends gathered for a historic soccer match on Otavi’s soccer field. Soccer legends such as Lolo Goraseb, Phil Masinga, Sunday Oliseh and Guido Buchwald were part of the team challenging players from regional soccer teams, while well-known Namibian artist Gazza entertained the crowd with a musical performance.
Partners:
- Ohorongo Cement (PTY) Ltd
- Support e.V.
- Blaauws Transport
