From stalls to stability: Root 77 Market powers up Rehoboth
Nedbank Namibia partnered with the vibrant Root 77 June Market Day in Rehoboth, reaffirming its commitment to community development, cultural celebration, and financial inclusion across Namibia.
The Root 77 Market Day brought together local entrepreneurs, artists, chefs, and families in a spirited celebration of heritage, creativity, and enterprise. The event served as a powerful platform for small businesses to showcase their products and services, while also fostering a sense of unity and pride among residents.
Delivering the keynote address, Riaan McNab, Governor of the Hardap Region, reflected on the importance of community in shaping the future of Namibia’s youth.
“According to the African proverb, it takes a village to raise a child, and I want us, as a community, to bring that culture back. This is the very essence of the foundation of every child, and we will go back to the roots that our children will be raised by a village.”
He emphasised the need to create safe, nurturing environments where children can thrive.
“If children are being taken care of by a community, they will excel educationally beyond their limits, because they are working in an environment that is safe for them.”
Gernot de Klerk, head of marketing and communications at Nedbank Namibia, emphasised the importance of such partnerships.
“At Nedbank, we believe that financial inclusion starts with understanding and supporting the communities we serve. Events like the Root 77 Market Day are about connection, empowerment, and creating pathways to prosperity for all Namibians. It was especially heartwarming to see so many residents volunteering their time and many other resources to spruce up the town in recent weeks.”
Nedbank Namibia’s involvement in the Root 77 Market Day is part of its broader mission to support inclusive economic growth and empower communities.
The Root 77 Market Day brought together local entrepreneurs, artists, chefs, and families in a spirited celebration of heritage, creativity, and enterprise. The event served as a powerful platform for small businesses to showcase their products and services, while also fostering a sense of unity and pride among residents.
Delivering the keynote address, Riaan McNab, Governor of the Hardap Region, reflected on the importance of community in shaping the future of Namibia’s youth.
“According to the African proverb, it takes a village to raise a child, and I want us, as a community, to bring that culture back. This is the very essence of the foundation of every child, and we will go back to the roots that our children will be raised by a village.”
He emphasised the need to create safe, nurturing environments where children can thrive.
“If children are being taken care of by a community, they will excel educationally beyond their limits, because they are working in an environment that is safe for them.”
Gernot de Klerk, head of marketing and communications at Nedbank Namibia, emphasised the importance of such partnerships.
“At Nedbank, we believe that financial inclusion starts with understanding and supporting the communities we serve. Events like the Root 77 Market Day are about connection, empowerment, and creating pathways to prosperity for all Namibians. It was especially heartwarming to see so many residents volunteering their time and many other resources to spruce up the town in recent weeks.”
Nedbank Namibia’s involvement in the Root 77 Market Day is part of its broader mission to support inclusive economic growth and empower communities.
