FAO Representative Ms. Farayi Zimudzi (left) and NSA Statistics General, Alex Shimuafeni, (right) engage during the handover event of the PPE to the NSA.

As a result of the ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) recently handed over Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA). The donation came as part of FAO’s efforts towards addressing emerging challenges brought forth by the effects of COVID-19.

Speaking at the official handover event of the equipment to NSA, which took place at the National COVID-19 Information Centre in Windhoek, FAO Namibia Representative, Ms. Farayi Zimudzi, noted that FAO is committed towards supporting Government and its agencies efforts towards curbing the spread of the virus.

Ms. Zimudzi further highlighted the importance of strong partnerships with agencies such as the NSA, noting the important role of timely and accurate data in allowing organizations such as FAO to effectively carry out their work.

Meanwhile, NSA’s Statistician General, Mr Alex Shimuafeni, praised FAO for the donation noting that it came at the right time as the agency prepares to undertake its Census mapping activities. “We are very grateful for the donation and indeed FAO has demonstrated why partnerships are key to ensuring that we achieve our common goals and objectives,” he said.

FAO’s assistance comprised of 240 washable facemasks, 20 face protectors, and 60 hand sanitizer bottles.