A veteran of the Liberation Struggle, Ellen Musialela, has welcomed the government’s decision to host Namibia’s 34th Independence celebrations at Katima Mulilo, Zambezi Region. 

The region, at the time known as the Caprivi Strip, was an important gateway to freedom, with many freedom fighters and refugees crossing into neighbouring Zambia through the area. 

While the Caprivi Strip was initially isolated, by the 1970s, more and more Namibians were crossing into exile through Caprivi. 

During the holiday season, when happiness and celebrations are everywhere, orphans are yearning to feel like they are part of something. 

What does the holiday season truly mean for both orphans and those who want to positively impact their lives? 

The festive season can be a challenging time for orphans, as they may feel lonely with a longing for family they never had.

While others celebrate with their loved ones, orphans may not have anyone to celebrate with, such as their biological parents, or may sometimes have no means to celebrate at all.

Windhoek residents have taken to recreational facilities to celebrate Christmas with family.

For many Namibians, the Christmas holiday serves as the perfect escape from many of one's problems and offers a chance to reconnect.

While some have achieved major milestones this year, for others, it's been a year filled with regret and loss.

As such, many use these holidays as an opportunity to connect with family and remind themselves of what truly matters.

People flocked to shopping malls in Oshakati in the Oshana Region to do shopping for Christmas.

Surprisingly, this year witnessed less traffic congestion in town compared to previous years.

Some individuals who couldn't complete their shopping during the week found their way to various food and clothing outlets to fulfil their Christmas needs.

Popular food establishments were bustling with activity, with many seen purchasing the essentials for a festive family celebration.

Landless People's Movement leader Bernadus Swartbooi says a country marked by inequality will not be able to sustain its independence, peace, and stability in the future.

Swartbooi made these remarks while addressing the belated independence celebrations gathering at Farm Komsberg in the ||Kharas Region.

The inhabitants of Karasburg East celebrated their belated independence at Komsberg in the ||Kharas Region.

Former Vice-Chancellor of the Namibia University of Science and Technology, Dr Tjama Tjivikua, has called for the establishment of more educational institutions as space remains a challenge for learners every year.

Dr Tjivikua made the call at the launch of the centennial celebrations of St. Barnabas Primary School.

Established 99 years ago, St. Barnabas Primary School in Katutura is striving to uphold its academic excellence in primary education through quality services and programs.