Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare asked Namibians to help promote the Olufuko Cultural Festival during its opening ceremony. He spoke at the 13th annual event at Outapi on Friday. The festival teaches young Aawambo girls about becoming women and preparing for marriage. This year brought the largest group ever with 138 participants since the festival started in 2012. Ngurare said the event should remain a place where tradition gets celebrated and women feel empowered.
The government supports keeping cultural traditions alive across Namibia. Ngurare explained that culture and tradition help build the nation and bring people together. He said these customs are important for development and helping communities stay strong. Several government departments work to protect cultural festivals and traditional places. The National Heritage Council helps document local languages and supports traditional leaders.
Officials want to add cultural education to school lessons across the country. They plan to help people make money from arts and crafts. The Constitution protects traditional practices from disappearing. Ngurare urged people to make the festival more than just a single event. He wants families and schools to keep these traditions alive for future children.
The festival continues through Tuesday with more activities planned. Young women learn important life skills during the ceremony. Community members gather to support the girls and celebrate their culture. The event has grown larger each year since beginning over a decade ago.
The government supports keeping cultural traditions alive across Namibia. Ngurare explained that culture and tradition help build the nation and bring people together. He said these customs are important for development and helping communities stay strong. Several government departments work to protect cultural festivals and traditional places. The National Heritage Council helps document local languages and supports traditional leaders.
Officials want to add cultural education to school lessons across the country. They plan to help people make money from arts and crafts. The Constitution protects traditional practices from disappearing. Ngurare urged people to make the festival more than just a single event. He wants families and schools to keep these traditions alive for future children.
The festival continues through Tuesday with more activities planned. Young women learn important life skills during the ceremony. Community members gather to support the girls and celebrate their culture. The event has grown larger each year since beginning over a decade ago.
