Namibian delegation in South Africa for repatriation of Robben Island prisoners' remains

The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture stated that the delegation is meeting with South African officials to discuss the legal, cultural, technical, and logistical arrangements for the process. The delegation includes representatives from traditional authorities, former Robben Island prisoners, family members of the deceased, and government officials, as well as officials from the Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs, the Ministry of International Relations and Trade, the Museums Association of Namibia, and the National Heritage Council of Namibia. The program involves visits to various museums and cemeteries, including the Iziko Museums of South Africa, the Mayibuye Archives, the District Six Museum, the Robben Island Museum, and the Gugulethu and Maitland cemeteries.

These visits will also include cultural rituals and site inspections. The mission is scheduled to conclude by July 14.