SilverLife wellness bootcamp has launched a youth development programme aimed at helping children and young people improve discipline, focus and behaviour.
The programme targets children between the ages of eight and 20 years and focuses on mentorship, life skills and character development.
According to SilverLife wellness bootcamp’s founder Daniel Nghihepa, the initiative comes at a time when many parents are struggling with children who are losing focus in school, becoming disrespectful or falling under negative influences.
“The bootcamp aims to provide structured guidance and support to help young people rebuild confidence and develop positive habits,
We started SilverLife wellness bootcamp after noticing a decline in discipline, focus and moral direction among many young people,” said Nghihepa.
He said there is a gap in society where many children need structured support, not only academically but also emotionally and socially.
He explained that the programme focuses on restoring values, as well as discipline and purpose in young people’s lives through guidance and mentorship.
“Several children who attended the programme have shown improvement in behaviour, focus and school performance,” he said. Nghihepa indicated that SilverLife wellness bootcamp currently conducts programmes in Oshikango, Walvis Bay and Okongo, with plans to expand to more communities in future as the programme continues to grow.
“We have received positive feedback from parents who say their children have become more respectful and committed to schoolwork after attending the bootcamp,” he said.
He further said their methods are safe, ethical and suitable for children of different ages. We guide and encourage children in a supportive environment,
The founder also acknowledged challenges such as limited funding, lack of resources and public scepticism.
“Despite the challenges, we remain committed to helping young people and expanding our impact in communities,” he said.
He added that the organisation works with parents, schools and community stakeholders, while hoping to build stronger partnerships with psychologists and government institutions in the future.
“SilverLife Wellness Bootcamp is more than just a programme. It is a movement to rebuild the future of our youth,” Nghihepa said
One of the parents, Thresia Shihepo, said the programme brought positive changes in her child’s behaviour and attitude at home.
“My child used to struggle with discipline and listening, but after attending the bootcamp I noticed a big improvement. There is now more respect, focus and responsibility,” she said. Another parent, Ufemia Kamati, also shared her experience, saying the programme helped her child regain confidence and take school seriously.
“I saw a change in my child’s behaviour and commitment to schoolwork. The programme helped restore confidence and discipline,” Kamati said.