The community of Epukiro has over the years faced numerous challenges, such as water shortages and poor grazing land due to persistent drought and poisonous plants. 

Community leader Eben Tjozohongo II Nguvauva, who was speaking at the Ovambanderu 100 Years Commemoration Day at Omauezonjanda, said an urgent solution needs to be found.

While acknowledging significant development in the area, Ombara Eben || Nguvauva stressed that much still needs to be done to better the lives of the community, especially in the area of agriculture. 

Nguvauva spoke briefly on the condition of livestock grazing and poor underground water that has limited farming activities.

He suggested that the government needs to relook the resettlement policy to accommodate more of the previously disadvantaged groups. 

"We have been relocated to a very unfavourable grazing area, and this affects us a lot. I'm pleading to the government through my leaders here for the government to get us water from other areas through piping projects, even from Aminuis, as we are in dire need of water." 

He also reminded his community of the importance of preserving their culture and traditional norms.

Speaking on behalf of the Minister of Education Arts and Culture, Anna Nghipondoka, the Deputy Director in the ministry, Boyson Ngondo pointed out that the centenary should not only reflect on the past but should pass on the heritage that defines the Ovambanderu community. 

"The cultural activities and demonstrations of the original migration remind us all, especially the youth, of our roots and the values that guide us. Our language, our traditions, and our shared history live on through these acts, bridging the gap between generations and ensuring that our stories continue to resonate."

Omaheke Governor, Pijoo Nganate, said the Ovambanderu played a pivotal role during the time of the liberation struggle; hence, the government will continue to support them. 

"We stood by you yesterday, today, and tomorrow; trust us, and we will keep moving forward in delivering desired development to the betterment of not only Epukiro but Namibia as a whole."

The commemoration was concluded with various cultural activities, including a horse parade.