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Namibian Heritage Week chairperson Loide Nantinda is calling on Namibians to take an active role in preserving the country’s heritage and indigenous knowledge.

Nantinda says important traditional knowledge, including knowledge passed down by elders, is at risk of disappearing and should be documented and shared with younger generations.

She says heritage should also be made relevant to young people through social media, schools and virtual museums.

Nantinda was speaking as Namibia marks Heritage Week, which runs from Monday until the 20 September under the theme 'Preserving Heritage for the Future Generation'.

Namibia is celebrating Heritage Week under the theme 'Preserving Heritage for the Future Generation'. Naomi Shakungu says young Namibians must do more than only appreciating the appearance of culture and should actively preserve their languages, traditions and identity.

Veteran Jerry Ekandjo has questioned the decision not to bury liberation struggle veteran Helao Shityuwete at Heroes’ Acre. Ekandjo says the committee advising on his status may not have had sufficient knowledge of Shituwete’s contribution to Namibia’s liberation struggle.

A proudly Namibian running platform is helping Windhoek residents find people to run and walk with based on their pace, location and schedule. Founder Freeman Iipumu says Runners Namibia is designed to make it easier for people to get moving together.

Daniel Ferdinande, one of the organisers of More Than a Car Show, joins the Daybreak Show to discuss the event’s focus on mental health, cancer, general health, road safety and giving back to the community. He also shares details about the event taking place on 12 September at El Campo at Olympia, following the National Prayer Day.

Unam FC team manager leni Sakaria says the team is approaching Sunday’s CAF second-leg encounter with courage, discipline and belief. She says the players are determined to give everything for Unam FC and represent Namibia with pride.

The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) is preparing to resubmit its motion of no confidence against National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, but says the timing will depend on legal consultations and opposition numbers. IPC parliamentarian Michael Mulunga says the objective is not necessarily to remove the speaker, but to ensure parliamentary business is conducted fairly and according to the rules.

African Stars head coach Ronny Kanalelo says his team must show commitment and avoid costly mistakes as they look to overturn a 3-1 first-leg deficit against AS Manga Sport. Kanelelo says an early goal will be crucial to African Stars’ chances of progressing in the CAF Champions League.

Mental health and youth advocate Lloyd Sikeba says prayer should lead to personal responsibility and practical action, with behavioural change starting with individuals. He was speaking on the Daybreak Show on Desert FM on Friday morning about Namibia’s National Prayer Day and whether prayer can meaningfully address issues such as gender-based violence, unemployment and road accidents.

Political analyst Ben Mulongeni says Namibia should regulate the awarding and use of honorary doctorates to prevent abuse, favouritism and corruption.

Mulongeni was commenting on concerns raised by Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda over the growing use of honorary doctorates by politicians.

He says an independent committee could be established to determine who qualifies for an honorary doctorate based on their contribution to society and the common good.

Mulongeni says while honorary doctorates can recognise meaningful contributions outside academia, there is a risk of abuse if the practice is not properly regulated.