Oshana governor Hofni Iipinge on Monday officially announced the programme for this year’s regional Independence Day celebrations set to take place at Independence Stadium at Oshakati on 21 March.
Iipinge said his office is tasked by the central government to organise his region’s event, where residents of the 11 constituencies have been invited to attend.
He added that transport to the celebrations from the various constituencies will be provided by the constituency councillors as well as the three local authority councils, namely Ondangwa, Ongwediva and Oshakati. Meals will also be provided.
“We want to keep our history shining. We want to educate our young generation about the importance of celebrating independence. It is important for our young generation to build on our history and enrich it going forward, and we should not forget that there was bloodshed before this country attained its independence,” he said.
The governor said the Namibian Defence Force will participate in a parade, and that the activities lined up will include multi-cultural entertainment, choreography and the inclusive participation of pupils from Eluwa Special School.
Prime minister Elijah Ngurare is expected to deliver the keynote address.
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