The Speaker of the Children's Parliament, Jane Phiri, has urged the youth to take pride in the country's history and be more involved in commemorating fallen heroes ahead of the commemoration of Heroes Day.
A Namibian delegation comprising officials from the University of Namibia (UNAM) and the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts, and Culture is in Cape Town, South Africa, conducting verification of liberation icons who died there.
The Speaker of the National Assembly encouraged Namibians to unite and reflect on their history and its impact on society in remembrance of Genocide Day.
Saraa Kuugongelwa-Amadhila made the call during her message of genocide remembrance at the National Assembly.
Namibia is commemorating the life and legacy of Founding President Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma on 12th May, with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah celebrating the liberation icon whose leadership significantly influenced the country's independence and democratic foundations.
The Vice Chancellor of the Namibian University of Science and Technology (NUST) has shared his experiences as a former soldier during the liberation struggle.
A documentary exploring the history and legacy of the Ovaherero and Nama Genocide has been produced.
The documentary raises questions about apology, justice and reconciliation, more than a century later.
Namibia is today marking the first anniversary of the death of Founding President Sam Nujoma, with tributes recognising his contributions not only as a visionary leader but also as the Father of the Nation.
Mourners are flocking to the homestead of the late Swapo stalwart and freedom fighter Kanana Hishoono at Onambutu village in the Eenhana Constituency, Ohangwena Region, to console the bereaved family and pay their last respects.
Hishoono died at age 89 on 14 January.
Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba has paid tribute to the late liberation icon and former Namibian Defence Force chief, Solomon Hawala, who died recently aged 89.
Pohamba said Hawala's contribution to the nation's liberation will never be forgotten.
The tombstone unveiling for freedom fighter, Kephes Harry "King Jury" Conradie, was held on Saturday morning at Katutura Cemetery in Dolam, marking the 11th anniversary of his death.
Conradie, born in 1937 in Windhoek's Old Location, was a notable figure in Namibia's liberation struggle.
