Dear editor, I am writing to bring to your attention an important matter that affects many Namibians: the recognition of Oshindonga as an official language.
Oshindonga is widely spoken across the northern regions of the country and serves as a daily medium of communication for hundreds of thousands of people. However, its lack of official status creates challenges in education, government communication, and access to services.
Many children grow up in Oshindonga-speaking homes but are required to learn in another language when they enter school, often to the detriment of their performance and overall educational progress. Recognising Oshindonga as an official language would strengthen cultural identity and pride among Oshindonga speakers, improve inclusivity in national communication, and enhance educational outcomes for children who speak Oshindonga at home.
I have already written to the Office of the President, the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, and the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture on this matter. I now wish to raise it through your newspaper, as I believe public discussion is vital to achieving progress.
Thank you for your time and for continuing to provide a platform for national dialogue.
Yours sincerely,
– Dominikus Ashipala
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