Since the deployment of the Southern African Development Community Mission in Mozambique in July last year, the mission has significantly facilitated the liberation of territories from the hands of terrorists.
President Hage Geingob has urged Zambians to guard and cherish the freedom and peace the country has been enjoying for the past 58 years.
Dr Geingob was the guest speaker at this year's independence anniversary held at State House in the capital, Lusaka.
The Chairperson of the African Union says Africa must create wealth amongst its people as a tool to curb foreign aid and stimulate peace.
Moussa Faki Mahamat says the need to embrace African ideas on issues facing the continent is also critical to attaining transformation across all spheres of life.
President Hage Geingob is calling on Namibians and the citizens of the SADC region at large to nurture and intensify a culture of peace and stability.
Dr Geingob's call comes as the world marks the United Nations International Day of Non-Violence on the 2nd of October.
