Namibia Desert Environmental Education Trust (NADEET) says the recognition from UNESCO would further enhance its efforts in promoting environmental education.

The non-profit organisation was awarded the UNESCO Sultan Qaboos prize for environmental conservation in November last year.

The Centre's programme works with all age groups in an effort to build sustainable practices.

The organisation, which was established in 2023, had so far more than 16,000 participants, encouraging them to live sustainably in one of the world's most fragile ecosystems.

"We're very honoured to have received this prize, as it recognises not just our efforts in environmental education and protecting the environment of Namibia, but it also recognises the amazing achievement of Namibia because we are part of the EST task force that has established the first stand-alone policy for environmental education in Africa," says Director and Co-founder of NADEET, Victoria Keding.

Minister of Higher Education, Technology, and Innovation Dr. Itah Kandjii-Murangi commended the Trust for its experiential approach to environmental education, ensuring that knowledge is not only transmitted but also actively practiced.

"At the core of NADEET's programme centres where participants ranging from schoolchildren and university students to teachers and community members immerse themselves in sustainable living practices. Through a "we practice what we teach" philosophy, participants learn firsthand about solar energy, water conservation, waste management, and biodiversity protection."

She further stated that NADEET's success is a testament to its dedication that environmental conservation can be achieved through education.