Africa Day serves as a reminder of the importance of pride, unity, cultural heritage and the spirit of ubuntu that binds Africans together.
These were the sentiments shared when the Keetmanshoop NBC News team hit the streets to gauge residents' reflections on the importance of celebrating Africa Day.
As Namibia joined the rest of the continent in commemorating Africa Day, conversations around human rights, youth empowerment and African unity took centre stage, with those speaking on the Good Morning Namibia programme urging Africans both on the continent and in the diaspora to work collectively toward the contin
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Africa Day is a reminder of Africa's journey towards freedom, unity and economic independence.
At the commemoration of Africa Day held at Parliament Gardens in Windhoek.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Africa's future depends on unity, regional cooperation and homegrown solutions as the continent commemorates Africa Day 2026.
African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf urged renewed commitment to continental unity, integration and development while spotlighting water security as a priority for the continent's future.
The town of Gobabis in the Omaheke Region became the centre of national engagement and regional solidarity as it hosted the official commemoration of Africa Day of Decentralization and Local Development.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on Namibians and Africans in general to continue fostering the spirit of ubuntu in growing the African continent, as the world observes Africa Day.
Ubuntu is an ancient African word that translates to 'humanity over others'.
The top 10 finalists of Miss Namibia 2025 were warmly received at the Palace of the Omukwaniilwa of Ondonga on Africa Day, marking a unique cultural milestone for the pageant.
Erongo Governor Neville Andre has emphasised the need for African countries to strive for economic independence.
Andre said this during the Africa Day commemoration with senior citizens at Walvis Bay.
The vision of a united Africa, characterised by a common currency and a shared sense of identity, traces its roots back to the era of the slave trade.
