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Namibian Heroes, My Heroes!

Welfare organisations working with children ran a ‘Heroes Essays’ initiative to coincide with the Heroes Day celebrations. The Namibian children had lots to say about who their local hero is, a summary of the main views are captured below;

Parents and Grandparents;

My dad is loving, caring and supportive. He encourages me to go for my dreams and motivates me. He is the best daddy in the whole wide world!

My mom is always there for me, to motivate me and teach me to respect other people.

My dad is always there to put a smile on my face.

My mom understands me; she is my mom and my dad at the same time.

My mom always tells me to study and take life serious. I love her character although she is not educated.

My mom has always been and will continue to be right next to me.

My mother is the brightest star and the coolest of the cool and the nicest of them all; that’s why I adore her.

Famous people;

My Namibian hero is Abraham Iiyambo. He is the late Minister of Education. He is my hero because he brought his visions to life; he also worked very hard. Abraham Iiyambo gave us free education.

Sam Shafishuna Nujoma fought for our country and he helped to give us freedom.

Andima Toivo ya Toivo fought for our country during the liberation struggle.

Despite Johanna Benson being disabled she managed to make Namibia proud and she has shown other Namibians that they should believe in themselves, and go for their dreams no matter what the circumstances.

Michelle McLean taught us how to be courageous and to also give back to the community. But the most important lesson is to believe in yourself.

Joël achieved a lot and I admire him for that, he is a very friendly, funny and understanding person.

Staff;

Martha Angula is my hero because she really helps me through thick and thin. She motivates me and inspires me a lot. She understands me in everything I tell her, that’s why I consider her as my hero.

Mr Peter plays an important role in my life, he teaches me what is right and wrong and drew me closer to God. He taught me how to be helpful, trustworthy and honest.

Coach Veronique is my hero. Simply because I admire her positive attitude towards challenges in her life. She made a positive change in me with her life story.

Coach Susan is my hero because she is kind and loving. She has sympathy, she is always right and doesn’t judge.

In conclusion, everyone in the world has their own idea of what a hero is. Our local heroes can be summarised as someone who puts in a lot of effort and protects you from pain. A hero will care for your happiness and loves you for being you!

This article was written based on the essays received in August 2013 by children in Namibia.

Refilwe Masaka, Grade 6 learner at The Holy Cross Convent School summarised the main points on who is your local hero and why?

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