President Nangolo Mbumba acknowledged Namibia’s progress over 34 years of independence but stressed that more work remains to ensure every Namibian benefits from the country's growth.
Thousands of Namibians gathered at the Omuthiya Recreational Park in the Oshikoto Region to mark the 34th Heroes' Day since Namibia's independence in March 1990.
A Namibian delegation, led by President Nangolo Mbumba, will attend this year's Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC).
The family of the late Andimba Toivo ya Toivo will launch a foundation in his honour next year to preserve his legacy and the role he played in Namibia's quest for freedom.
The widow, Vicki ya Toivo, said this at the commemoration of Ya Toivo's centenary held at the Heroes Acre on Thursday.
The Namibian Federation of the Visually Impaired (NAFVI) says President Nangolo Mbumba's patronage has been a great source of help and strength to the organisation over the last 20 years.
President Nangolo Mbumba has encouraged Namibians to play their part and respond to the appeals for support by the Namibian Federation of the Visually Impaired (NAFVI).
President Nangolo Mbumba says his decision to retire at the end of his presidential term was taken a long time ago.
At his swearing-in on February 4th this year, Dr. Mbumba made it clear that he would not be available for political office after finishing his presidential term.
President Nangolo Mbumba has stressed the need for sufficient investments to modernise Namibia's road network, which currently carries nearly 72% of all cargo transport.
President Nangolo Mbumba expressed gratitude to former presidents, leaders of the Swapo Party, and Namibians at large for the trust and confidence they have vested in him during his current and previous portfolios.
The Windhoek-Hosea Kutako International Airport road has also been named the 'Dr. Hage Geingob Freeway'.
President Nangolo Mbumba said the late Dr. Geingob has left behind a rich and proud legacy.
