*  *  *  Director of Ceremonies, Honourable Samuel Nuyoma; Governor of Khomas Region Honourable Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila; Minister of Finance Honourable Members of Parliament, Dr. Romeo Bertolini, Counsellor for Development Cooperation; Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany Your Worship Elaine Trepper; Mayor of the City of Windhoek Members of the Diplomatic Corps, Industry Captains Members of the Media, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen Good Morning It is my pleasure to join you this morning and to be associated with the official launch of the national Financial Literacy Initiative (F.L.I).
This event is a remarkable milestone in the annals of our financial landscape. The launch and roll-out of the financial literacy program here today will serve as a catalyst for financial inclusion for all. I, therefore, wish to congratulate you Honourable Minister and all fellow F.L.I partner institutions for the conceiving of, and embarking on this program.