PRESS RELEASE: SSC A Hit @ OATF 2013

The Social Security Commission (SSC) of Namibia took part in the Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair (OATF) 2013 in northern Namibia and was pleasantly surprised with the response from visitors, both employers and employees. Hundreds of visitors flocked to the SSC stand to either have their cards printed, to find out more about the newly adjusted benefits or simply to participate in competitions to win one of the many exciting prizes up for grabs at the SSC stand.

(Photograph: Selma Ndaitwah, customer service officer, SSC Oshakati branch, at the OATF)

As a value add, the SSC held an information session for small and medium entrepreneurs (SMEs) at the trade fair. The workshop was attended by more than 67 SME owners in and around the towns of Oshakati, Ongwediva and Ondangwa. Participants were given a brief rundown of SSC operations and it was explained what is expected from business owners, more specifically SMEs as well as what is in it for them, how payments can be made, among others.

Oshakati Branch Manager of the Social Security Commission, Kleophas Shatona, stressed the importance of information sharing and empowering small business owners with relevant information regarding the SSC’s operations and activities. Shatona urged the participants to serve as ambassadors of the SSC in spreading and empowering fellow business partners and associates with the information that was presented at the workshop. “ I can also assure you that the SSC is making huge strides in fulfilling its mandate of providing social protection to the Namibian workforce and their dependents.”

For more information, contact Mr. Rino Muranda, Head: Corporate Communication, Social Security Commission. Tel: +264 61 280 7104.

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