Ovambanderu commemorations called off in honour of Katjirua

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2025-05-13

OKAHANDJA, 12 May 2025 - Mourners pictured at the funeral of Gerson Kunomundu Katjirua in Okahandja. (Photo by: Zebaldt Ngaruka) NAMPA

OKAHANDJA, 13 MAY (NAMPA) – The Ovambanderu Traditional Authority has announced the cancellation of all commemoration events planned for this year following the passing of senior traditional councillor Gerson Kunomundu Katjirua.
Chief Eben Tjozohongo II Nguvauva explained that this decision aligns with the traditions and customs of the Ovambanderu community observed upon the loss of a respected figure buried at sacred sites, such as the Ovambande...

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OKAHANDJA, 12 May 2025 - Ovambanderu Chief Eben Tjozohongo II Nguvauva (middle) with Chief Kungairi Nguvauva of Botswana (L) and Senior Councillor Arnold Ripuree Tjozongoro (R) during the funeral of Senior Councillor of the Ovambanderu Traditional Authority, Gerson Kunomundu Katjirua at the Ovambanderu Heroes' Acre in Okahandja on Sunday. (Photo: Zebaldt Ngaruka) NAMPA

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