In honour of the heroes of the liberation struggle, Namibia reflects not only on the victories on the battlefield but also on the freedoms and rights being enjoyed today.

This is at the backdrop of this year's Heroes Day that will be commemorated in the Zambezi Region.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah paid tribute to the late former Chief of the Namibian Defence Force, Solomon Hawala, saying his legacy will forever be etched in the annals of Namibia’s history, serving as a constant reminder of the sacrifices made for freedom. 

Hawala died on Monday, aged 89. 

The Mashi Traditional Authority leader, Fumu Joseph Tembwe Mayuni, has said the late Dr. Sam Nujoma leaves behind a legacy of unity, reconciliation, and freedom for all.

The Prime Minister has urged Namibians to strive for better services in the country in honour of the late Founding President Sam Nujoma, who persisted and succeeded in securing freedom for the country.

While the Founding President will always be remembered for his dedication to freedom and nation-building, his profound love for the ocean and his passion for fishing have left a long-term mark on those who spent time with him when he was angling.

President Nangolo Mbumba says Namibia stands in solidarity with all those around the world still fighting for freedom, justice, and dignity, stressing that, as the country commemorates its own massacre at Cassinga on May 4, 1978, citizens remember the power of unity expressed in the face of oppression. 

The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation's Director General, Stanley Similo, commended the late President Geingob for his influence on media freedom during his visit to Casa Rosalia.

Africans in the Diaspora have been urged to play their role in defending the continent's progress made since its first attainment of freedom more than 50 years ago.

The US Ambassador to Namibia, Randy Berry has praised Namibia for its media freedom record.

Namibia is ranked number two on the World Press Freedom Index of Africa.

President Hage Geingob has reiterated his commitment that no journalists would be persecuted or threatened but urged the scribes to be truthful in their reports as per the media code of ethics.