A Nama Evangelist, Paul Plaatjies, was executed by the German authorities in Koës in 1905 after being accused of spying.
His descendant Dawid Plaaitjies recounted his story and called for his legacy to be recognised.
Plaatjies devoted his life to Christianity and spread the word across.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah participated in the Ascension Day celebrations in the Onamutai community alongside many Namibian Christians.
Christians across the country gathered at various places of worship to observe Ascension Day, commemorating the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven, 40 days after His resurrection.
Christians across Namibia marked Easter Sunday by commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, viewing it as the cornerstone of their faith and a source of renewed hope.
Ongwediva Elcin Parish was filled to capacity as Christians gathered to observe Easter.
Congregants sang hymns, prayed, and received holy communion, reflecting on their renewed faith.
They reflected on the enduring message of sacrifice, compassion, and salvation that this holy day represents.
The Easter holiday is one of the most remembered periods in the Christian calendar, as it marks the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
This period is also about family bonding through various activities.
The Hossiana Lutheran Parish in Windhoek joined Christians worldwide on Thursday, 25 December, to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.
The Christian community in Rundu, in the Kavango East Region, has joined the nationwide demonstration in denouncing the Supreme Court ruling on same-sex marriages solemnised outside Namibia.
