Windhoek hosts independence lunch for elders

The Windhoek municipality, through the Windhoek Residents Mayoral Trust Fund, hosted a special independence celebration luncheon last week at the Onghuwo Yepongo Community Hall in the Tobias Hainyeko constituency, bringing together over 50 individuals in a show of solidarity, recognition and support.Windhoek mayor Ndeshihafela Larandja on Wednesday emphasised the vital role Namibia&#039;s elders played in the country&#039;s fight for independence, referring to them as the "backbone" of the nation.“Many of you in this room have witnessed and contributed to Namibia&#039;s transformation from its early struggles to the thriving, independent nation we are today. Your wisdom and experience remain a guiding light for future generations, ensuring that we continue to build on the foundation of unity, development and peace,” she said. Larandja acknowledged that not all elders would be able to attend Independence Day celebrations on Friday, 21 March, so the celebration was brought directly to them. She said the event was held in honour of "the wisdom, resilience and contribution of our elders, who have played an invaluable role in shaping history and progress of our beloved nation."The gathering had initially been planned as part of a Mayoral Christmas Lunch in December 2024, but was postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. "However, today we make good on that promise by ensuring that we still celebrate and appreciate our elders in a manner befitting their significance in our community. Your patience and understanding are deeply appreciated," Larandja said. Historic celebration The event forms part of a broader effort to support vulnerable Windhoek residents, with the mayoral trust investing N$200 000 this year to provide meals, food parcels and other forms of assistance to over 500 elders across Windhoek.On Wednesday, in addition to the lunch, the elderly residents received essential food parcels containing 2.5 kg maize meal, 2.5 kg sugar, 1 kg rice, 500 ml cooking oil, 500 g macaroni, canned fish and a soup pack, ensuring they have basic necessities to support their well-being.The event was made possible through collaboration with corporate partners, including First National Bank of Namibia and other key partners.Reflecting on Namibia’s 35 years of independence, the mayor said: "As we commemorate 35 years of independence, we eagerly embrace a new decade of peace and stability, marking the historic inauguration of our fifth and first female president, Her Excellency Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah."

Windhoek hosts independence lunch for elders

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