Kornelius Shimuafeni, the 16-year-old boy set to be declared a national hero for saving twins in Omusati from drowning, says he is humbled by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's decision to confer him with the honour.

Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema, in commemorating Africa Freedom Day, has exercised his prerogative of mercy on 1,505 inmates whose jail sentences have been pardoned.

Of the number, 708 inmates have been released, while 797 inmates had their sentences commuted to terminable sentences.

Africa Day serves as a reminder of the importance of pride, unity, cultural heritage and the spirit of ubuntu that binds Africans together. 

These were the sentiments shared when the Keetmanshoop NBC News team hit the streets to gauge residents' reflections on the importance of celebrating Africa Day. 

As Namibia joined the rest of the continent in commemorating Africa Day, conversations around human rights, youth empowerment and African unity took centre stage, with those speaking on the Good Morning Namibia programme urging Africans both on the continent and in the diaspora to work collectively toward the contin

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Africa Day is a reminder of Africa's journey towards freedom, unity and economic independence. 

At the commemoration of Africa Day held at Parliament Gardens in Windhoek.