Nandi-Ndaitwah say the history of heroes must be preserved

By: Staff Reporter

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said stories and memories of former Namibian Defence Force Chief Solomon Hawala should be preserved-just as those of other heroes and heroines.

Nandi-Ndaitwah said this while delivering her tribute on Friday during Hawala’s memorial service at Ohakweenyanga village in Oshana Region.

The president said it is the responsibility of every Namibian to educate present and future generations about the sacrifices made by the heroes.

Nandi-Ndaitwah said it is the responsibility of every Namibian to educate current and future generations about the sacrifices made by the country’s heroes.

The President said preservation can be done in many ways, including writing books, building shrines, visiting memorials, engaging in conversations about history, and introducing civic education at an early age.

According to the President such efforts will ensure their legacy is kept alive.