Namibian foundation focused on youth empowerment, gender-based violence prevention, and entrepreneurship training through programmes including #BeFree and #EmpowerToEarn.
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One Economy Foundation recently hosted the 'BeFreeBallers: Next Gen Men' event in Windhoek
“THE One Economy Foundation recently hosted the 'BeFreeBallers: Next Gen Men' event in Windhoek, which brought together young men for discussions on constructive masculinity.”
One Economy Foundation hosts dialogue on constructive masculinity and personal accountabilityThe Namibian
One Economy Foundation hosted the #BeFreeBallers: Next Gen Men event in Windhoek
“The event hosted by the One Economy Foundation marked International Day of the Boy Child, creating a platform for discussions on mental health, accountability and personal growth of young men.”
Young men engaged on constructive masculinityInformanté
Monica Geingos currently serves as Executive Chairperson of the One Economy Foundation
“Geingos, a lawyer, entrepreneur and global advocate, currently serves as Executive Chairperson of the One Economy Foundation and helped co-create the #BeFree youth development initiative, which focuses on addressing young people's social, economic and sexual and reproductive health needs.”
Former First Lady Monica Geingos appointed PMNCH Board ChairWindhoek Observer
One Economy Foundation employs as executive chairperson Monica Geingos
“Geingos currently serves as executive chairperson of the One Economy Foundation.”
Geingos to chair world’s largest maternal, child health allianceThe Namibian
One Economy Foundation has conducted research in nine correctional facilities under 'Problematic Mindset' project investigating drivers of gender-based violence
“Geingos revealed that the foundation has conducted research in nine correctional facilities under a project called 'Problematic Mindset' to investigate the drivers of GBV.”
Broken children grow into broken adults – GeingosThe Namibian
One Economy Foundation held a media summit on ethical reporting
“The One Economy Foundation on Friday held a media summit aimed at educating journalists on ethical reporting on gender-based violence (GBV), sexual and reproductive health issues and mental health.”
One Economy hosts media summit on ethical reportingNew Era
One Economy Foundation collaborated on the Omusati medical campaign
“The campaign, spearheaded by Dune Seven Medical Centre under the leadership of Dr Elifas Shapumba, in collaboration with the Walvis Bay Corridor Group and One Economy Foundation, focused on improving access to basic healthcare services while promoting prevention and early detection.”
Omusati medical outreach reaches over 670The Namibian
One Economy Foundation hosted #Befree Day Club to address safety and risky behaviours associated with nightlife
“One Economy Foundation, through its Befree Movement, hosted a #Befree Day Club to address safety and risky behaviours associated with nightlife.”
Windhoek youth tackle nightlife safety at One Economy #Befree Day ClubInformanté
One Economy Foundation is founded by Monica Geingos
“She is the founder of the One Economy Foundation and the #BeFree Movement Project, which focuses on youth sexual health and HIV/AIDS awareness.”
Geingos receives honorary doctorate from University of Johannesburg for leadership in social developmentThe Namibian
One Economy Foundation was founded by Monica Geingos
“Former first lady and One Economy Foundation founder Monica Geingos says she will not call herself a doctor until she works towards finalising her own PhD.”
I will not call myself doctor until I earn it – Monica GeingosThe One Economy Foundation hosted a 'BeFreeBallers: Next Gen Men' event in Windhoek bringing together young men to discuss constructive masculinity and personal accountability. Speakers including a formerly incarcerated man and a trauma therapist emphasized the importance of seeking help, breaking silence, and accessing mentorship to prevent destructive choices.
19 May 2026 · Informanté →
The One Economy Foundation hosted a 'BeFreeBallers: Next Gen Men' event in Windhoek bringing together young men to discuss constructive masculinity and personal accountability. Speakers including a formerly incarcerated man and a trauma therapist emphasized the importance of seeking help, breaking silence, and accessing mentorship to prevent destructive choices.
19 May 2026 · Informanté →
The #BeFree Youth Campus hosted the #BeFreeBallers: Next Gen Men event in Windhoek to mark International Day of the Boy Child, providing discussions and engagement stations on mental health, sexual and reproductive health, communication, and personal growth for young men.
19 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Former First Lady Monica Geingos has been appointed Board Chair of the Partnership for Maternal, Newborn & Child Health (PMNCH), the world's largest alliance focused on the health and well-being of women, children and adolescents. She succeeds former New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark, whose tenure ends in November 2026.
16 May 2026 · Informanté →
Monica Geingos has been appointed board chair of the Partnership for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, the world's largest alliance focused on maternal, newborn and child health, succeeding former New Zealand prime minister Helen Clark when her term ends in November 2026. The alliance, hosted by the WHO in Geneva, brings together nearly 1,500 partner organisations working on maternal, child and adolescent health.
15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Cabinet has reduced the benefits of former first lady Monica Geingos, limiting her to three household staff members and two state-sponsored vehicles effective 1 June, down from her current seven employees. The new policy applies to former first ladies whose husbands die before them, but does not affect founding first lady Kovambo Nujoma.
12 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Monica Geingos of One Economy Foundation says unresolved childhood trauma and mental health challenges continue to fuel gender-based violence and other social problems in Namibia, and that intervention and timely support for young people is important because it is easier to fix broken children than broken adults. Research conducted by the foundation in nine correctional facilities found that lack of love and unresolved mental health issues in homes are drivers of gender-based violence.
11 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The One Economy Foundation held a media summit on Friday to educate journalists on ethical reporting on gender-based violence, sexual and reproductive health, and mental health. Speakers emphasised that responsible journalism can humanise stories and strengthen empathy, while cautioning that insensitive reporting may expose survivors to further trauma and stigma.
9 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Great Global Reconvergence Council (GGRC) has selected Mbakumua Tjaveondja as its diplomatic liaison for Namibia in a voluntary position. Tjaveondja, who joined the council in late 2025 after an application process, is a consultant with the One Economy Foundation and says he was drawn to the GGRC's proposition that the economic gap between richer and poorer nations is narrowing and that Namibia plays an indispensable role in that story.
19 April 2026 · The Namibian →
A three-day medical campaign in Omusati's Outapi area provided free healthcare services including HIV testing, medical consultations, reproductive health counselling, and screenings for blood sugar, haemoglobin and cancer to 678 residents. The initiative, led by Dune Seven Medical Centre in collaboration with local partners, aimed to improve healthcare access in underserved communities and promote early disease detection.
16 April 2026 · New Era →
Community members in Outapi, Omusati region will receive three days of free healthcare services from 8–10 April, including medical check-ups, HIV and STI testing, blood pressure and blood sugar screening, and health counselling. The Omusati Medical Campaign Tour, organised by DuneSeven Medical Centre with partners, aims to improve access to healthcare and empower communities with health knowledge, particularly for those with limited access to screening and treatment for conditions like hypertension and diabetes.
7 April 2026 · New Era →
One Economy Foundation's Befree Movement hosted a day club in Windhoek to raise awareness among young people about nightlife safety, covering issues such as drink spiking, consent, road safety and sexual health. Speakers including a social worker and police sergeant urged youth to protect themselves and each other through vigilance and informed decision-making.
1 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Monica Geingos received an Honorary Doctorate in Philosophy from the University of Johannesburg in recognition of her work in social development, youth empowerment, and gender equity across Africa. The honour acknowledges her two decades in financial and investment sectors, her roles as founder of the One Economy Foundation and #BeFree Movement Project, and her service as UNAIDS Special Advocate and President of the Organisation of African First Ladies for Development.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →
Former first lady Monica Geingos has received an honorary doctorate from the University of Johannesburg but says she will not use the title until she completes her own PhD, following her late husband Hage Geingob's belief that such honours should be earned rather than conferred.
17 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The One Economy Foundation equipped 90 young people in Groot Aub, Rehoboth, and Okahandja with entrepreneurship training and starter kits through its #EmpowerToEarn initiative, in partnership with FirstRand Namibia Foundation Trust. The two-day workshops, held between February and March, covered business set-up, financial literacy, and practical training in catering, hairdressing, and agriculture—areas identified through consultation with over 450 young people as having strong income-earning potential.
15 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The One Economy Foundation, in partnership with FirstRand Namibia Foundation Trust, launched #EmpowerToEarn to address youth unemployment in peri-urban and semi-rural areas through practical skills training in catering, hairdressing, and agriculture, combined with entrepreneurship and financial literacy modules and post-training business mentorship.
11 March 2026 · New Era →
The Youth Opportunity Pillar under One Economy Foundation launched #EmpowerToEarn, a youth empowerment programme in partnership with FirstRand Namibia Foundation Trust, to equip young people with income-generating skills in catering, hairdressing, and agriculture. Ninety youth from Okahandja, Groot Aub, and Rehoboth will participate in intensive workshops from 26 February to 6 March, combining practical training, entrepreneurship instruction, and financial literacy, with post-training business coaching and mentorship support.
16 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare reported 3,319 cases of child neglect since 2023, with Oshikoto region recording the highest number at 661 cases. The ministry attributes the rise primarily to unemployment, substance abuse, and family instability, and warns that many more cases likely go unreported due to social stigma and fear.
20 January 2026 · The Namibian →