Independence Day celebrations to be held in all 14 regions

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2026-03-03

WINDHOEK, 13 October 2025 - ICT Minister Emma Theofelus pictured at the Government Information Centre in Windhoek. (Photo by: Justina Shuumbwa) NAMPA

WINDHOEK, 03 MAR (NAMPA) - Namibia’s 2026 Independence Day celebrations will be held simultaneously across all 14 regions, marking a departure from previous years when commemorations were hosted in a single region or town.
The announcement was made on Monday by Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, on behalf of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.
She said 21 March remains a defining moment in Namibia’s history and a...

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