WINDHOEK, June 22 (Xinhua) -- Namibia on Thursday launched a campaign to enhance national identity, patriotism, and pride among Namibians.

The National Symbols Campaign under the Nationhood and National Pride Programme was launched by Minister of Information and Communication Technology Peya Mushelenga at an event held in the western Namibian city of Swakopmund.

"This campaign aims to reinforce, promote and educate the public on the correct use of the national symbols and observation of the applicable standard protocols thereof," he said in a statement at the launch.

According to Mushelenga, national identity promotes a sense of belongingness, patriotism, and mutual trust among nationals.

"National pride is the positive effect that the public feels toward their country due to their national identity, and it makes them determined to safeguard the gains of their country. It is both the pride or sense of esteem that a person has for one's nation and the pride or self-esteem that a person derives from one's national identity," he explained.

Mushelenga further said national symbols worldwide are a powerful representation of countries' identities, values, and aspirations.

"As Namibians, national symbols remain an essential part of our national heritage and serve as a tangible reminder of our history, struggles, and triumphs through years of our heroic struggle for independence and nationhood," he said.

Mushelenga, meanwhile, said to enhance public education efforts for this initiative, the ministry, in collaboration with stakeholders, has produced several information, educational, and communication materials in various formats for airing print and electronic media.

"These materials will be further translated into local languages for easy access and comprehension," he said, adding that the ministry plans to roll out the campaign through outreach activities in all 14 regions. Enditem

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