Indigenous language campaign gains traction in schools
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A community campaign to preserve the Khoekhoegowab language has succeeded at Auas Primary School, boosting enrolment in mother-tongue classes following last year's curriculum dispute.
A community campaign to preserve the Khoekhoegowab language has succeeded at Auas Primary School, boosting enrolment in mother-tongue classes following last year's curriculum dispute.
Stakeholders met to discuss the nomination of the Daures/Brandberg National Monument Area for UNESCO World Heritage status.
The Brandberg, Namibia's highest mountain, is renowned for its rich palaeo-archaeological heritage, hosting more than 43,000 rock paintings and endemic flora and fauna.
With Namibia rounding off Heritage Week last month, the National Heritage Council (NHC) has announced that it is preparing to nominate Brandberg for inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Namibia currently has two sites inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The European Union (EU) is fostering creativity with young local designers through the College of the Arts (COTA).
Over 30 students participated in the workshop, under the theme 'Rooted in Tradition, Ready for Tomorrow'.
Miss Teen International Namibia, Elaine Engelbrecht, showcased the national costume, which is inspired by the San people, at the pageant being held in Jaipur, India.
The costume is a celebration of Namibia's heritage, paying homage to the San people's culture and deep connection with nature.
The presidents of Malawi, Zambia, and Mozambique, Lazarus Chakwera, Hakainde Hichilema, and Daniel Chapo, witnessed the Kulamba Traditional ceremony of the Chewa people in the three countries, which takes place annually on the last Saturday in August.
Today marks an important event for the Anglican Church in Namibia as St Mary’s in Odibo celebrates its 100-year anniversary. The event honours ten decades of spiritual guidance, education, and cultural heritage that helped shape the lives of countless Namibians.
Vice President Lucia Witbooi is calling on young people from indigenous communities to take advantage of the newly launched National Youth Fund.
She made the appeal while speaking in Tsumeb during the celebration of the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples.
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) has called on member states, partners, and all stakeholders to ensure that the voices of indigenous communities are heard and their rights upheld.
The Mayeyi community and other tribes in the Zambezi Region have gathered at Sangwali, the Mayeyi headquarters, to celebrate their annual cultural festival.