Totem expo bridges gap between culture, modernity
The Oshakati Totem Expo aims to bridge the gap between cultural values and modern practices.
These were the sentiments of vice-president Nangolo Mbumba, who commended the Oshakati town council for organising an event of this nature, which – according to him - places special emphasis on the significance of maintaining culture.
He was speaking at the official opening of the ninth edition of the expo at Oshakati Independence Stadium yesterday. The event is being hosted under the theme ‘strengthening ties through culture’.
“I urge the partners and sponsors of the Oshakati town council to continue collaborating with the town to ensure that this annual event emerges as a resounding success every year,” he said.
Mbumba emphasised that events such as the expo are not merely gatherings, they are powerful catalysts for economic growth, community development, fostering innovation and maintaining peace and stability.
“Events where we celebrate diverse culture are very crucial. We all ought to know which totem we belong to. I would like the young generation to actively partake in this expo, not only for entertainment purposes, but also to gain deep knowledge regarding the totems to which they belong,” he said, adding that this knowledge gives one a sense of belonging in African communities.
Blessed nation
Mbumba said Namibia is a blessed nation with diverse cultures that come together to build a harmonious co-existence as one people and one nation.
The expo provides a platform for local businesses to showcase their products and services to a wider audience, he said.
He added that among the advantages of hosting this event is the fact that opportunities are created that allow entrepreneurs to connect with potential customers, partners and investors, gaining vital exposure, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
Oshana governor Elia Irimari said it brings him so much joy to see that in the pursuit of the lost norms and values - usually attached to the cultural identity of the people – the town council has gone a mile further to choose totems as a “stepping stone toward restoring cultural identity in the society”.
These were the sentiments of vice-president Nangolo Mbumba, who commended the Oshakati town council for organising an event of this nature, which – according to him - places special emphasis on the significance of maintaining culture.
He was speaking at the official opening of the ninth edition of the expo at Oshakati Independence Stadium yesterday. The event is being hosted under the theme ‘strengthening ties through culture’.
“I urge the partners and sponsors of the Oshakati town council to continue collaborating with the town to ensure that this annual event emerges as a resounding success every year,” he said.
Mbumba emphasised that events such as the expo are not merely gatherings, they are powerful catalysts for economic growth, community development, fostering innovation and maintaining peace and stability.
“Events where we celebrate diverse culture are very crucial. We all ought to know which totem we belong to. I would like the young generation to actively partake in this expo, not only for entertainment purposes, but also to gain deep knowledge regarding the totems to which they belong,” he said, adding that this knowledge gives one a sense of belonging in African communities.
Blessed nation
Mbumba said Namibia is a blessed nation with diverse cultures that come together to build a harmonious co-existence as one people and one nation.
The expo provides a platform for local businesses to showcase their products and services to a wider audience, he said.
He added that among the advantages of hosting this event is the fact that opportunities are created that allow entrepreneurs to connect with potential customers, partners and investors, gaining vital exposure, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
Oshana governor Elia Irimari said it brings him so much joy to see that in the pursuit of the lost norms and values - usually attached to the cultural identity of the people – the town council has gone a mile further to choose totems as a “stepping stone toward restoring cultural identity in the society”.
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