Older persons are valuable sources of knowledge, wisdom and experience.
Communities have therefore been urged during the celebration of Older Persons Day at Muyako Village in the Katima Mulilo Rural Constituency to recognise their contribution to society.
For two senior citizens, the suspension of their monthly pension grants has brought uncertainty and hardship.
They say the suspension was effected despite having complied with the government's verification requirements.
The Keetmanshoop Municipality kicked off the year on a compassionate note by handing out food parcels to senior citizens.
The annual social programme aims to alleviate household food insecurity among the elderly.
A heart-warming luncheon and gift-giving ceremony was part of an event held for the senior citizens to appreciate their love, care, support, upbringing, and guidance to children, families, and society at large.
Oshana Governor Hofni Iipinge says his office remains committed to ensuring that senior citizens receive quality services and social support.
Elderly residents of Impalila Island in the Zambezi Region celebrated the belated International Day of Older Persons organised by an NGO, Hope of Life.
In appreciation for older persons' contribution to society, Hope for Life distributed mattresses and blankets.
Senior citizens whose government social grant is their only source of income continue to bear the burden of caring for family members.
However, the household of Kapango Kapango, a resident of Fumbe Village in the Kavango East Region, is worse off than many others and is in a sorry state.
The Mariental Municipality has written off municipal debts amounting to over N$1.2 million owed by senior citizens.
The decision follows a council resolution taken at an ordinary meeting held in September.
NamPost will ensure comfort and safety for senior citizens during the rollout of the social grants come 1st October, when it takes over from Epupa Investment Technology.
The Keetmanshoop Municipality has written off municipal debts totalling N$75 million for senior citizens, the unemployed, and people with disabilities.
