Church tackles housing shortage

Sem Abiatar, a pastor at the Christ Victory Ministry of All Nations church, says that the well-being of the people is at the core of their work.

During the last few months, Abiatar, along with various partners, have, through a special housing project, built and handed over 10 low-cost houses to beneficiaries in the Iindjinda village, Oshana Region.

The houses were built through the 'Hand of Mercy Housing Project', which started last year.

Some of the homes were equipped with electricity and ablution facilities.

Helping hand

According to Abiatar, the church handed over its first set of houses in January. They hope to create better living standards and promote sustainable development.

"The housing is free, and the building costs were to the value of around N$190 000. No payment is required by the beneficiaries.

"The house in Ondangwa that we are handing over this year has water and electricity and a flush toilet," he said.

According to Abiatar, beneficiaries are carefully selected to ensure they qualify for assistance.

Humanitarian assistance

"In addition to that, the church donated 206 bags of cement; 80 in Ondangwa and 126 in Windhoek to the elderly and less privileged to start building their houses."

The church believes that through goodwill, they hope to help communities and people in need.

"The community knows the church as a provider of humanitarian assistance, and educational opportunities for the less fortunate, caring for orphans and the elderly – so we will continue," he said.