Failure by nuclear-armed states to honour their disarmament commitments is undermining global security as geopolitical rivalries deepen and respect for international law erodes.

Namibia is partaking in the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Arusha, Tanzania where parliamentary delegations from around the world are discussing issues affecting governance, peace and development.

Operation Basadi should help build a safer and stronger Namibia, where all people can live and work in peace, safety and dignity.

These were the sentiments shared by various law enforcement stakeholders at the launch of Operation Basadi in Windhoek.

Zambezi Regional Governor Dorothy Kabula has called on Namibians to embrace a culture of prayer, peace and love to address challenges facing communities.

The Anglican Church in Namibia's Bishop Patrick Djuulume said the late retired Bishop Luke Pato was an international figure whose legacy was rooted in justice, reconciliation and peace.

Pato died in South Africa on the 6th of September.

Zambia's President-elect Hakainde Hichilema has called for unity and peace following his re-election.
Supporters of the United Party for National Development, whose president emerged victorious in the just-ended elections, have continued celebrating across the country.

The Ambassador of the Democratic Republic of Congo to Namibia, Christian Katoto, joined Congolese in Namibia to pray and commemorate the National Day of Genocide.

Thousands of Congolese were killed and buried in mass graves since 1996 in what is known as 30 years of bloodshed in Eastern Congo.

Vice-President Lucia Witbooi has emphasised the need for unity, justice, peace, equality, and shared prosperity.

She made these remarks during the commemoration of Genocide Remembrance Day at Eenhana, located in the Ohangwena Region.

Namibia needs stronger unity, moral renewal and collective action to confront growing social challenges.

This call echoed strongly during the National Prayer Breakfast held in Windhoek on Friday, themed "Thanksgiving, Peace, Transformation". 

Vice President Lucia Witbooi has urged Namibians to stand united against all forms of divisiveness and preserve the peace for which the fallen heroes gave their lives.

She made these remarks at the Cassinga Commemoration held in Gibeon at the Swapo Party Office on Monday.