celebration

President Nandi-Ndaitwah Returns from Angola Independence Celebrations

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has returned from Angola’s 50th Independence celebrations, arriving at Andimba Toivo ya Toivo Airport in Ondangwa, reports Maria Namupala. She urged Namibians to deepen relationships with neighboring countries and to value and strengthen regional cooperation.

13 November, 2025

Namibia

Heroes’ Day Celebrations Set for Katima Mulilo

Governor Dorothy Kabula of Zambezi invites citizens to the 35th Heroes’ Day event at Katima Mulilo Sports Stadium on August 26. Next week’s occasion, themed “Built on Bravery, Bound for a Prosperous Future,” commemorates those who fought for the nation’s independence.

20 August, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Citizens Unite to Honour Sam Nujoma

Memorial services continued across the country this past weekend to celebrate the life and legacy of the late Founding President, Dr. Sam Nujoma. In the Hardap Region, residents gathered at Mariental Persianer Stadium, singing gospel hymns and dancing in his honour. Meanwhile, Opuwo hosted a service on Sunday, with similar events planned in Kamanjab, Outjo, and Khorixas. Swapo’s Kunene regional coordinator, Julius Kaujova, described Nujoma as the "Messiah and […]

24 February, 2025

Africa

Sudanese Army Recaptures Wad Madani, Civilians Celebrate Victory

Civilians and soldiers celebrated in Wad Madani, Sudan's El Gezira state capital, after its recapture by the Sudanese army from the paramilitary Rapid Support Services. According to Reuters, the victory marks a potential turning point in the nearly two-year civil war. Jubilant residents expressed relief after enduring a year of hardship under paramilitary control.

14 January, 2025

Lifestyle

Holi: what the clouds of colour in the Hindu festival mean

Dibakar Roy|Unsplash Rina Arya, University of Hull Holi is one of the most vibrant and fun festivals in the Hindu calendar. It’s practised across India (though mainly in the north), Nepal and throughout south Asian diasporic communities. The date of Holi varies in accordance with the lunar calendar but the festival often takes place in February or March. In 2024, it’s celebrated on March 25. People gather together to throw […]

2 April, 2024