Vice President Lucia Witbooi Calls for Unity and Cultural Preservation at Ukwangali Gala Dinner

Kahenge Tribal Hall, Kavango West Region. 31 July 2026.

Keynote Address by Her Excellency Lucia Witbooi, Vice President of the Republic of Namibia, on the Occasion of the Ukwangali Traditional Authority Gala Dinner.

Director of Ceremonies; Honourable Ministers and Deputy Ministers Present; Your Majesty, Eugene Siwombe Kudumo, the Hompa of the Ukwangali Traditional Authority; Honourable Ministers and Deputy Ministers; Honourable Members of Parliament; Regional and Local Authority Leaders; Traditional Leaders from across our country; Captains of Industry and Representatives of the Business Community; Development Partners; Distinguished Invited Guests; Members of the Media; Ladies and Gentlemen,

Good evening.

It is my distinct honour and privilege to join you this evening at this important Gala Dinner hosted by the Ukwangali Traditional Authority under the befitting theme, “Cultivating Prosperity: Empowering Communities through Agriculture.”

At the onset, I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to Your Majesty, the Hompa and the leadership of the Ukwangali Traditional Authority for organizing this remarkable event that brings together Government, traditional leadership, development partners, the private sector, and our communities around a shared vision of sustainable development.

Our Government recognizes Traditional Authorities as vital partners in Namibia’s development agenda. They preserve our cultural heritage, promote peace and social cohesion, and continue to play a vital role in community development and responsible land governance.