Namibian president commemorates independence leader
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In Windhoek, Namibia, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah honoured Helao Joseph Shityuwete at a state memorial service.
The President recognised Shityuwete’s contributions to Namibia’s freedom and his advocacy for workers’ rights. Nandi-Ndaitwah delivered a statement at the memorial, acknowledging Shityuwete’s family, including his widow Jane Shityuwete and their children, as well as Vice President Lucia Witbooi. The event served as a formal remembrance of Shityuwete’s life and work within the context of Namibia’s history.
The memorial specifically highlighted Shityuwete’s role in securing independence and his commitment to protecting the rights of labourers in the country.
