Staff Reporter PRESIDENT Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has paid tribute to the legacy of Ombara Kahimemua Nguvauva during the commemoration of the 130th anniversary of the Battle of Otjunda in Okahandja, urging Namibians to uphold unity, reject division, and strengthen nation-building a …
… The commemoration was held in the Otjozondjupa Region at Okahandja, marking the 130th anniversary of the Battle of Otjunda (Sturmfeld), which led to the execution of the first Ovambanderu Chief, Ombara Kahimemua Nguvauva “Hiakungairi” on 12 June 1896. …
… Speaking at the commemoration of the 130th anniversary of the Battle of Otjunda at Okahandja on Sunday, Nandi-Ndaitwah paid tribute to Nguvauva, describing him as a visionary and courageous leader who resisted German colonial occupation and defended the sovereignty of his people. …
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah paid tribute to Ombara Kahimemua Nguvauva's legacy during the 130th anniversary commemoration of the Battle of Otjunda in Okahandja, calling on Namibians to uphold unity and reject division as the country reflects on its liberation history.
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President honours Kahimemua Nguvauva legacy at 130-year Battle of Otjunda commemoration, marking national reflection on liberation struggle.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah paid tribute to Ombara Kahimemua Nguvauva's legacy during the 130th anniversary commemoration of the Battle of Otjunda in Okahandja, calling on Namibians to uphold unity and reject division as the country reflects on its liberation history.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah delivered a statement at the 130th commemoration of the Battle of Otjunda and the execution of Ombara Kahimemua Nguvauva in Okahandja.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah paid tribute to Ombara Kahimemua Nguvauva at a commemoration of the 130th anniversary of his execution in Okahandja, calling on Namibians to uphold unity and reject division as the country reflects on its liberation history.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah told attendees at the commemoration of the 130th anniversary of the Battle of Otjunda that Namibia must draw inspiration from the courage and unity of freedom fighters like Ombara Kahimemua Nguvauva, who was executed in 1986 and resisted German colonial occupation. She urged citizens to protect democratic institutions, uphold the rule of law, and promote peaceful dialogue, and called on traditional authorities to prioritise community welfare and support development initiatives.