President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged all Namibians to reject divisive tendencies such as tribalism, regionalism and discrimination in order to build a unified and inclusive society. 

The president says countless men and women sacrificed their lives to attain national freedom and independence. 

Speaking when she graced the 130th anniversary of the execution of Ovambanderu chief Kahimemua Nguvauva on Saturday, the president said the nation should draw inspiration from the unity and resolve of the country's ancestors. 

Dr Nandi-Ndaitwah arrived in the company of the first gentleman, Ephafras Ndaitwah. 

Also in attendance was the Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare; minister of Urban and Rural Development James Sankwasa  among other many dignitaries that included former  first lady Monica Geingos. 

She first participated in the activities at the Orumbo Rovapangurwa, a special designated place where the remains of the Ombara Kahimemua Nguvauva and other Ovambanderu are buried.

The president later held private talks with traditional leaders before she joined hundreds of attendees at the main arena.

"When we call ourselves the land of the brave, it is because of men and women such as Ombara Kahimemua Nguvauva. He is among the men and women who chose principle over submission and sacrifice. Let us draw inspiration from the unity and resolve of our ancestors. I urge all Namibians to reject all divisive tendencies such as tribalism, regionalism and discrimination. We must work together to build a unified and inclusive society and commit to our national development agenda."

Several other speakers extolled the sacrifice and roles that the forefathers undertook to put Namibia where it is today.