London. ( News of The South) – Namibia’s Independence Day, is celebrated annually on the 21st March. It is one of the biggest annual celebrations in the country and among Namibians in diaspora. The date marks the day in 1990 when independence from South Africa was officially recognised.
“At first, what is now Namibia was the German colony of Southwest Africa, but following World War I, it came under control of South Africa, as arranged by the League of Nations. Even after many years rolled by, however, South Africa refused to give up administration of Namibia, claiming the people of that region wanted to remain under their oversight.
But soon, a guerrilla group (SWAPO) arose and challenged South African rule in Namibia. They objected to apartheid and other unpopular aspects of South African policy. Soon, they won a major victory at Omugulugwombashe, and yet, the war did not end. It dragged on for 24 years.
By 1988, the conflict had largely ceased, but it wasn’t until two years later in 1990 that South Africa officially ended the war and granted Namibian independence on 21 March.”
Source: https://publicholidays.africa/namibia/independence-day/
On Independence Day, the people of Namibia either at home or abroad take to the streets to celebrate. There are usually parades, traditional dances and a host of other celebratory events.
As part of the upcoming Independence Day celebrations, Namibians in UK Diaspora Harmony Companions has put together an exciting event that boasts of Live Music performances by various local upcoming and established Namibian artists in the UK, Fashion Show by couple of Fashion Designers Mrs Eva Moscovitch the CEO of Eva’s Design and Uatii Kav of Uatii Fabric Design.
We will also be honoured by the presence of Inspiring Guest Speakers , Her Excellency Linda Scott the Namibian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Mrs Thandiwe Khumalo Former Bill Gates Global Poverty Ambassador and Advocate for disability Rights and Mental Health, to name but a few.
The live music performances will feature numerous Namibian artists, namely:
Simon Amutjira, a singer and keyboard player, performer and songwriter composer. He has released 8 albums so far 4 in gospel music and 4 in Namibian traditional music, he has won two music awards in Namibia. Simon is currently working on his 9th album in gospel. As a community we are always looking forward to his performance.
Cello Unotjari Hauanga, music producer and artist. He is also CEO of CUH records and artist. He plays the piano and loves to entertaining people. Cello released a new album in 2018.
Taaya Shangula is a producer and songwriter/artist, he describe his music as a fusion with bits of hip hop afro beat and house. His aspiration is to see more Namibian participate/engage in music on a wider scale.
Finally the youngest and upcoming artist J.13 songwriter/rapper his music is hip hop, afro beat and R & B.
It’s going to be an amazing celebration, with DJ Black Cerian heating up the dance floor. And our beautiful Hosts/MC Tuko Gurirab and Otja Maslowska
Event coverage will be by International Photographer Michael G Spafford, who specialise in People and Travel. Michael’s work includes studio and locations shoots. Fine arts, fashion and glamour. Cultural photography around the world, capturing the beauty of each country and its people.
We anticipate over 200 people attending this event, and the community is working together in running much of the planning and programming. We are aiming to make this celebration more inspiring at the same time catering diverse audiences.
We want to take this opportunity to invite fellow Namibians, friends and families in the diaspora to join us in the celebration of 29 years of peace and stability as One United Nation.
For Tickets please contact Liisa 07388057953 or Helena 07931572465
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