For 99-year-old Elizabeth Iilonga, a Tsumeb resident, Heroes' Day holds special significance as her four children and one grandchild selflessly dedicated their lives to Namibia's liberation struggle.
The Head of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Fafa N'Konou, says refugees should not be deprived of services or jobs they need to live self-reliant lives.
N'Konou explained that no matter how long they stay in exile, refugees want to carry on with their lives.
Seventy-two million African children are estimated to be engaged in child labour, of which 31,5 million are working in hazardous environments, prostitution, and domestic work.
Affected communities of the 1904-1908 genocide committed by German forces against the Nama, Ovaherero, and Ovambanderu people have called for the speedy promulgation of the National Genocide Remembrance Day.
This call was made during the commemoration in the capital today.
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.
Namibians joined the rest of the world in celebrating International Nurses Day.
The day is aimed at celebrating the remarkable contributions of nurses worldwide and honouring their tireless dedication and selfless commitment to healthcare.
On this quiet morning, when most people were still asleep, others made their way to church to observe Ascension Day.
Those who nbc News team spoke to described Ascension Day as a time of hope as they await the return of Jesus Christ.
Today is Ascension Day, the Christian holiday celebrated annually, about 39 days following Easter Sunday. On this day, followers of the faith commemorate the ascension of Jesus Christ to heaven.
President Hage Geingob says the important role of nurses and their selfless commitment and sacrifices cannot go unappreciated.
Geingob joined in to commemorate International Nurses Day, celebrated today (Friday).
Namibians from all walks of life gathered at Okandjengedhi Swapo Party headquarters in the Oshana Region to commemorate the Cassinga massacre.
