Stefanus Nashama
DEPUTY Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofilus has urged the nation to embrace national symbols, which she said play an important role in any nation’s identity.
National symbols, according to Theofilus, are more than just images or emblems, they serve as potent reminders of the country’s common beliefs and goals.
“Our national flag, coat of arms, national anthem, and other symbols represent the unity, pride, and diversity that define our great nation,” she stated.
She said this while speaking at the official regional launch of the national symbols campaign in the Kavango Region last week.
Theofilus said the power of national symbols is in their ability to bring Namibians together, transcending people’s differences and uniting them under a common purpose.
In this light, she highlighted that the symbols serve as a constant reminder of the struggles and triumphs that have shaped our history.
“These identities inspire us to work towards a better future for all Namibians in building a nation on the principles of democracy, freedom, and equality,” she emphasised.
Theofilus has also encouraged learners across the country to embrace and learn about national
symbols.
Learners should understand that national symbols are not just mere images or words, they carry the weight of shared history and the promise of a brighter future, she motivated.
She stated the national symbols are not the property of a few, but belong to all Namibians.
Speaking at the event, Kavango East Regional Governor, Bonifatius Wakudumo, said a nation without due respect for the singing of its national anthem or its national flag is a lost nation.
Therefore, Wakudumo encouraged public education on national symbols to promote a common national identity.
He said the national symbols campaign aimed at providing an opportunity for Namibians to understand the significance of their symbols.
The Governor has also urged all Namibians, especially young people to invest time in learning about national symbols and their meanings.
