Namibia's bid to have the Brandberg Mountain recognised as a World Heritage Site continues to gain momentum. 

Heritage experts say the site holds outstanding universal value that goes far beyond national boundaries.

Agnes Shiningwayamwe explained that before a site becomes internationally recognised, it must first hold national significance.

Namibia must demonstrate the site's unique qualities that make it rare and exceptional in the global arena.

For the Brandberg, one of the key arguments lies in its geological importance, as the mountain represents major stages of the Earth's history. 

Its complex formation spans over 130 million years and provides an exceptional record of tectonic movement, including the breakup of the Gondwana supercontinent.

The second major consideration is the mountain's cultural significance. 

Shiningayamwe notes that the Brandberg is an outstanding example of traditional land use and long-term human adaptation in a harsh desert environment. 

Evidence from archaeological excavations, including material culture and numerous rock art sites, illustrates a sustained interaction between ancient communities and the landscape.

These qualities, Shiningayamwe believes, justify the mountain's outstanding universal value and strengthen Namibia's case for its inscription as a World Heritage Site.