Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah lauded the 13th Cultural Festival of the |Hai-|Khaua Traditional Authority, saying the theme, "My Clan, My Culture, My Identity," under which the celebrations were held highlights Namibia's rich cultural heritage and diversity. 

Nandi-Ndaitwah said the festival promotes unity and peace among the country's various ethnic groups, languages, and traditions.

She stressed the importance of traditional governance in preserving indigenous knowledge and fostering national cohesion.

"Our peace and a united Namibia. Guided by our constitution, the government remains committed to the promotion of traditional governance in our communities. Traditional communities serve as the custodians of indigenous knowledge and shared cultural heritage. And in no way, tradition should be used, seen, or used to divide us. But rather to strengthen our nation. And I fully agree. I fully agree with the chairperson of the Council of Traditional Authorities. The traditional authorities are the custodians of our tradition. They have all the power, the knowledge, and the skill to handle traditional matters wherever they occur in our country."

The deputy chair of the Nama Traditional Leaders Association, Dawid Hanse, in his address, called for unity among the Nama people, saying that there is a need for unity among the leadership of the Nama. 

He appealed to the traditional leaders and the Nama people to forgive, unite, and refrain from character assassination and provocations.

"I would like to remind the Nama people that in our culture, there is a time to reflect on what is correct and what is wrong. I want to believe that my message is well understood. We as Nama people have grown apart; there is disunity. Let us forgive and be forgiven. Have the courage to stand up and apologise. As leaders, let us be exemplary."