It was an eventful weekend that was not short of fun and reminders of culture and traditions.

While others have already enjoyed years of celebrations, this weekend's event was the first for the San Cultural Festival held at Gobabis.

With their rich, unique, and fascinating culture, there was no shortage of fun and entertainment. 

With displays of how they lived and survived for centuries as the focal point of the festival, a large amount of time was spent on conversation, joking, music, and dances.

But these are not just songs and dances, because through them, they connect with the spirits of their ancestors, while others are for healing.

All in all, every dance carries a significant message.

The San are mostly hunter-gatherers, which means the weapons they make are not for war. They are also one of the tribes that still wear minimal clothing made from animal skin and hides.

The world has since evolved, and the San Cultural Festival's primary objective is to make sure that the tradition survives the storm of the modern world.

One of those who graced the festival at Gobabis is the "mother of the marginalised communities" and patroness of the San people, Dr. Libertine Amathila.

Though she has been out of the public eye for a while, her presence at the festival told the story of an unbreakable bond.

One she has kept ever since the time she was appointed Deputy Prime Minister and given a task by former President Hifikepunye Pohamba to see to it that marginalised communities are integrated into the economic mainstream.

No wonder some called her "meme doctor" during the liberation struggle because of her love for humanity.

Two actresses, who played the roles of siblings in the Gods Must Be Crazy movie, also attended the festival.

It was a festival to remember, and organisers are hoping to make it an annual event.