Sam Nujoma to be laid to rest at Heroes' Acre
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A burial at Heroes' Acre, the country's official national shrine, is reserved for individuals who have been formally recognised as national heroes by the government.
A burial at Heroes' Acre, the country's official national shrine, is reserved for individuals who have been formally recognised as national heroes by the government.
Those who fought on the frontline of the battlefield, such as former PLAN combatant Ndeulikufa Kalomoh, recollected his fond memories of Sam Nujoma.
Kalomoh, whose combat name is Hakushinda, was 20 years old when he fled from Namibia into Angola to join the liberation struggle in 1974.
During the Hardap Region's memorial service, former Minister of Poverty Eradication Zephania Kameeta has urged the Namibian nation to honour the late Founding President''s legacy by shunning tribalism.
Speaker of the National Assembly and Veteran of the Liberation Struggle, Professor Peter Katjavivi, spoke to Gordon Joseph about Sam Nujoma, the global voice for peace, and what he meant for the oppressed people of the world, including the people of Palestine, Western Sahara, and Black people in the Caribbean.
The public is urged not to take close-up pictures of the coffin of Namibia's Founding President, Sam Nujoma, during his state funeral proceedings.
Namibia's former ambassador to Libya, Nicky Nashandi, shared his journey in the liberation struggle as Swapo Party representative appointed by the late Sam Nujoma.
He was also tasked with mobilising resources from the Libyan Defence Force.
The void left by the late Founding President is deeply felt across the country, as mourners, ministries, and political parties continue to visit his residence to offer their sympathies and sign the book of condolences.
Namibia is mourning the loss of its Founding President and Father of the Namibian Nation, Sam Nujoma, who passed away last Saturday.
Members of the Ndilimani Cultural Troupe recalled the impact of the late Founding President Sam Nujoma in the formation of the group during the liberation struggle.
The group served as a tool for mobilisation, soldier morale-boosting, and entertainment during the liberation struggle.
Women have played a pivotal role in shaping Namibia's history during the liberation struggle and in nation-building efforts.
Studies have shown that when women are involved in decision-making, the outcome tends to be highly inclusive and reflective of the needs of diverse communities.