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Opuwo Youth Group rehearsing
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The Opuwo Youth Group once again take their talent, energy and strong message into the surrounding communities. during the months of Februalry and March. Under the direction of Philippe Talavera they created a show full of drama, dance and songs, to entertain school children and communities alike, but also to convey a strong message about sexual responsibility and staying healthy.

During the tour, they visited Oshana and Omusati regions. They presented 5 school shows (Ondangwa Town Council for 4 schools, Iipimbu Secondary School for 4 schools, Roman Catholic Hall for 6 schools, Outapi Youth Centre for 9 schools and Ruacana Vocational Secondary School) to a total of 1950 learners. They presented an additional 4 community shows (Ondangwa, Oshakati, Ombalantu and Omaulai) to a total of 300 community members (the number was not as high as usual due to heavy rains and oshanas). They distributed over 2000 condoms and 500 femidoms. They held 5 workshops with AIDS Awareness Clubs (AAC) in the schools visited, involving 380 learners (a couple of AAC were really impressed by their approach and motivated by the workshop). They had a chance to interact with well-known group Omaleshe in Oshakati and young musicians in Ombalantu. Finally, they appeared in the Youth Paper of the Namibian and recorded their show at NBC Oshiwambo Radio.
Last Updated ( Oct 24, 2006 at 09:44 PM )