Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says International White Cane Day reminds the world of the importance of white cane as a tool enabling independence for people with visually impaired people.
A comic book that promotes inclusivity and representation of people with disabilities was launched in Windhoek today.
The book under the project Hear Me gives deaf individuals a character they can relate to.
Otjiwarongo-based charity organisation Omake raised N$20,000 at a fundraising dinner in pledges towards the establishment of a safe place for vulnerable children and people with disabilities.
The construction of the centre is estimated to cost more than N$3 million.
Connect Africa, a mobile and web application designed to empower individuals with disabilities, has been well received.
The app was launched two years ago and, so far, has more than 150 subscribers.
