{"id":391943,"date":"2026-03-21T16:45:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-21T14:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/informante.web.na\/?p=391943"},"modified":"2026-03-21T15:01:19","modified_gmt":"2026-03-21T13:01:19","slug":"namibia-celebrates-independence-vice-president-witboois-birthday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/informante.web.na\/?p=391943","title":{"rendered":"Namibia celebrates Independence, Vice President Witbooi\u2019s birthday"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Staff Reporter<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NAMIBIA marked its 36th Independence Day today while also celebrating the 64th birthday of Vice President Lucia Witbooi, with tributes highlighting her leadership, service, and contribution to national development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Witbooi, who was born on 21 March 1962 in Gibeon in the Hardap Region, is Namibia\u2019s second female Vice President and has been recognised for her longstanding commitment to public service and nation-building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She is praised for her role in the country\u2019s liberation struggle, as well as her continued efforts in advancing development and promoting social inclusion after independence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Vice President has also been acknowledged for her advocacy for women\u2019s empowerment and her focus on uplifting vulnerable and marginalised communities, ensuring broader participation in Namibia\u2019s economic and social life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Her leadership style, described as grounded in humility, compassion, and a strong sense of duty, continues to inspire many, particularly young Namibians and women aspiring to leadership roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The dual celebration of Independence Day and Witbooi\u2019s birthday served as a moment of national reflection on both Namibia\u2019s progress since independence and the contributions of leaders shaping its future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photo: Namibian Presidency<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Staff Reporter NAMIBIA marked its 36th Independence Day today while also celebrating the 64th birthday of Vice President Lucia Witbooi, with tributes highlighting her leadership, service, and contribution to national development. 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