As the nation celebrates Christmas, Vice President Lucia Witbooi urges Namibians to embrace compassion, unity, and responsible behaviour.

The Governor of the ||Kharas Region, Dawid Gertze, has urged unity among communities and political leaders.

Gertze, who was speaking during a thanksgiving dinner for the elders, said peace must guide society beyond political differences.

The Minister of Urban and Rural Development, James Sankwasa, has called on traditional authorities to stop infighting that is creating disunity, which goes against what traditional authorities stand for. 

The Chinese Ambassador to Namibia, Zhao Weiping, reflected on the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, stating that it was the longest fight against foreign aggression in modern Chinese history, further describing it as a historic turning point, during the 80

Prime Minister Elija Ngurare has commended traditional leaders in the Zambezi Region for demonstrating unity of purpose, saying it reflects the vision of a peaceful and united Namibia as championed by the country’s founding leaders.

There was a celebration of culture, identity and unity at Tsumkwe Primary School last week, with learners and parents commemorating Namibia's Heritage Week under the theme 'Torchbearer of Our Heritage'.

Namibians are urged to be torchbearers of the country's heritage in their everyday lives. 

Keetmanshoop Rotary Club President Benedictus Diergaardt has urged the residents to embrace a spirit of service to help build a united community. 

He made the call during a donation handover of mobility aids to the elderly and people with disabilities at Keetmanshoop.

The University of Namibia’s Katima Mulilo Campus has launched its annual cultural festival with vibrant performances by traditional groups, reaffirming this year’s theme, “Connecting Cultures, Building Unity”.

The new Simwine of the Masubia Traditional Authority, Gilbert Moraliswani III, has said he will stand on the shoulders of those who fought for the independence of Namibia.

He pledged to carry the responsibility bestowed on him with humility, openness, and respect for other traditional authorities.