Ottilie Shingenge

16 Aug

Heroes Day celebration change of venue disappoints Omuthiya residents

ObserverNational NewsDebby Shipanga, Heroes Day celebration change of venue disappoints Omuthiya residents, Ottilie Shingenge

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The relocation of Heroes Day commemoration venue from Omuthiya to Windhoek, has left some residents disappointed, citing financial losses already spent in preparation for the day. One of the residents, Debby Shipanga, said she spent N$ 1200on Namibian flags and t-shirts to sell at the venue and hoped to generate at least N$ 2300, but her hopes are now dashed. “Since it is a national day, I was looking forward to people buying t-shirts with the Namibian flag on, but the chance is no longer there. What am I going to do with the stock? Hopefully people will…

Omuthiya ready for August 26 Commemorations

ObserverNational NewsOttilie Shingenge

Stefanus Nashama OMUTHIYA Town Council says it is ready to host this year’s 33rd Heroes Day commemorations on August 26 at the Omuthiya Recreational Park. Omuthiya Town Council Spokesperson, Ottilie Shingenge stated on Wednesday that the town is ready to host the Heroes’ Day celebration for the second time after hosting it in 2012. “In terms of readiness, Omuthiya Town Council, as a hosting town, is ready to host the 26 August 33 Heroes’ Day commemorations. In terms of venue, cleanliness of the town, and all logistic arrangements are in place,” she said. This follows an official announcement was made…