It is time that Africa stop talking about the future while neglecting the needs of children.
  
These were the words of Rehoboth Mayor Jacky #Khariseb during the commemoration of the Day of the African Child in Rehoboth.
  

Learners and teachers of Matumbo Angelina Ribebe Secondary School in Kavango East have exchanged responsibilities during the commemoration of the Day of the African Child.
 
The atmosphere at Matumbo Angelina Ribebe Secondary School in Ncaute Village took a different turn on Tuesday.
 

Oshana Governor Hofni Iipinge, says the Day of the African Child serves as a reminder of the courage demonstrated by the children of Soweto who, on 16 June 1976, stood up against injustice and demanded their right to quality education and human dignity.

The Tsumkwe Secondary School and Tsumkwe Primary School also joined the nation in celebrating the Day of the African Child.
 

Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture Sanet Steenkamp has called for renewed commitment to learners' dignity, well-being and access to quality education as Namibia joins the rest of Africa in commemorating the Day of the African Child. 

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah wants greater investment in children, stronger protection of their rights and universal access to water, sanitation and hygiene as Namibia commemorates the Day of the African Child and the 50th anniversary of the 1976 Soweto Uprising.

Theo Katjimune Primary School held a belated celebration of the Day of the African Child, under the theme, "Planning and Budgeting for Children's Rights: Progress since 2010."

Learners at Alufea Sampofu Combined School have emphasized the need for inclusive, quality education in all schools.

They made this call during the commemoration of African Child Day.

The community and learners at Elim also commemorated the Day of the African Child.

The event was addressed by the Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Modestus Amutse, at Etope Primary School.