VP WITBOOI STRESSES COLLABORATION TO TACKLE HOUSING BACKLOG
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The Vice President, Lucia Witbooi, has reiterated efforts to address the country's housing backlog that requires coordinated private and public sector collaboration.
The Vice President, Lucia Witbooi, has reiterated efforts to address the country's housing backlog that requires coordinated private and public sector collaboration.
The Vice President says despite the government's efforts in expanding services that are meant for the well-being of people with disabilities and marginalised communities, it is unfortunate that these groups still face challenges that hinder them from participating actively in the social development of the country. <
Vice President Lucia Witbooi has called on churches to take active roles in their communities.
Witbooi made the call during the World Day of Prayer for Women, held at the AFM Restoration Center.
Vice President Lucia Witbooi has called for stronger and more accountable parliaments in Africa.
She stated that the future of democracy on the continent depends on effective legislative institutions.
Vice President Lucia Witbooi continued her official visit in the Omaheke Region, stopping at Drimiopsis and Otjinene, where she met with learners, community members and marginalised groups.
Vice President Lucia Witbooi is currently on an official visit to the Omaheke Region, where she is touring the area and engaging with various marginalised communities.
Vice President Lucia Witbooi urged Namibia's youth to base their aspirations on faith, discipline, and a sense of purpose.
Speaking at St. Andrews AME Church to students and congregants, she described the new year and school calendar as a season of renewal, hope, and opportunity.
Vice President Lucia Witbooi attended a Christmas Eve luncheon with the elders in Gibeon to celebrate the festive season and share in the spirit of unified community.
The luncheon was hosted by the newly elected Gibeon village council, with over 60 individuals were in attendance.
Vice President Lucia Witbooi has returned from Botswana, where she attended the Regional World Children's Day celebration held in Gaborone on 15 November.
Vice President Lucia Witbooi has called on African governments to mainstream the creative industry in their national development plans, emphasising the growing value of African creativity and culture as key drivers of economic transformation.