Nujoma advocated for unity in business - NCCI

The late Founding President Sam Nujoma pushed for the creation of a unified business lobby group that would engage with the government with one voice, representatives of the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) said last week in their tribute to the late statesman.The business community, under NCCI, paid homage to Nujoma, stating that his efforts to unite Namibia remain his lasting legacy.Speaking at a memorial service held at Nujoma’s residence, NCCI director Vetumbuavi Mungunda highlighted Nujoma’s instrumental role in advocating for a unified business lobby group.“As a unifier and champion of a vibrant, dynamic, and well-resourced national business sector representative body, the NCCI had always received support and recognition, including funding to strengthen its trade and investment facilitation efforts, as well as enterprise development programmes,” Mungunda said.He emphasized that the business community would continue to draw guidance from Nujoma’s legacy.“Namibia’s business sector will forever draw inspiration from Dr. Nujoma’s lifelong dedication to promoting a culture of peace, harmony, transparency, and inclusivity,” Mungunda added.“While his passing is a great loss for our nation, his legacy will undoubtedly continue to impact future generations. I challenge all Namibian entrepreneurs and business leaders to study, debate, and build on his advocacy for inclusivity and a more just society for all.”Champion of economic empowermentOhlthaver & List representative Marco Wenk praised Nujoma’s commitment to economic empowerment for all Namibians.“Through his government’s policies, he championed education, healthcare, infrastructure, and economic empowerment. His belief in a united Namibia laid the groundwork for the peaceful and democratic nation we are privileged to live in today. His commitment to national reconciliation was not an easy path, but it was necessary for Namibia to rise above its past and move forward as one people,” Wenk said.Impact on the mining industryChamber of Mines of Namibia’s first vice president George Botshiwe acknowledged Nujoma’s pivotal contributions to the mining sector, which played a crucial role in Namibia’s economic growth.“The Chamber of Mines acknowledges Dr. Nujoma's significant contributions to the mining sector, which has been the cornerstone of Namibia's economy. His policies and initiatives have paved the way for sustainable development and growth within the industry, benefiting countless Namibians,” Botshiwe said.Nujoma passed away on 8 February at the age of 95.

Nujoma advocated for unity in business - NCCI

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