Namibia is commemorating the life and legacy of Founding President Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma on 12th May, with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah celebrating the liberation icon whose leadership significantly influenced the country's independence and democratic foundations.
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare says the 12 May Movement was established to instill nationalism, patriotism, and unity among Namibia's youth by preserving the legacy of Founding President Sam Nujoma and the country's liberation struggle.
The community of Kamupupu Village in the Kavango West Region held a moment of prayer honouring the lives that were lost at Kamupupu Village during the period of the liberation struggle.
Member of Parliament Austin Samupwa urges Namibians to honour Cassinga heroes beyond annual ritual.
He made the remarks during the Cassinga Day commemoration at Kamupupu village in the Kavango West Region.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has emphasised the importance of honouring those who died during the Cassinga attack and at other locations.
She urged Namibians to remember the contributions of Cuban nationals who also perished while aiding the survivors.
The Minister of International Relations and Trade, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, commended the government for its collaboration with Angola to erect a memorial shrine in that country in remembrance of those who died in the Cassinga massacre.
Members of Parliament from various parties have urged Namibians to educate the youth about the events leading up to and on the fateful day of the Cassinga attack, to honour those who perished and sacrificed their lives for the country's freedom.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah paid tribute to late businessman and liberation veteran Eliaser Haimbili during his memorial at Epoli Village, Ohangwena.
The Swapo Party celebrated its 66th anniversary on 19 April, commemorating over six decades of leadership in Namibia’s liberation struggle and nation-building efforts.
A tombstone of nine PLAN fighters who were killed on the second of April, 1989, in clashes with South African security forces was unveiled at Enghandja laShikongeni Village in the Ohangwena region.
