We are proud to announce the publication of the Sirimba Concept Booklet, now available online. This infographic-led publication offers a clear, accessible overview of the Sirimba Model — Namibia’s first solar-funded education ecosystem.

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Sirimba proposes a groundbreaking solution to one of Namibia’s most urgent challenges: how to sustainably deliver education, healthcare, and skills development to underserved rural communities without placing additional pressure on public finances.

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At its core is a community-owned 40MW solar array with 50MWh battery storage, which generates long-term revenue to fund the daily operations of a hybrid campus. This includes a fully equipped school, a vocational training center, and a solar-powered healthcare clinic — all governed by a board of trustees and rooted in community ownership.

The booklet has been carefully designed to communicate the model in a format that is easy to review, share, and discuss across diverse stakeholder groups — from ministries and international partners to local leaders and private-sector investors.

 

With government actively seeking new funding models and scalable approaches to rural education, Sirimba offers a viable, locally grounded solution that supports national priorities while strengthening social capital.

📘 View the full booklet: Here 

📦 Printed copies are available upon request.

 

We invite you to explore the concept, share it across your networks, and partner with us in building Namibia’s first solar-powered school model — a new pathway to resilience, equity, and long-term transformation.