Festival a resounding success Placio Hilukilwa Niilo Taapopi, chairperson of the organizing committee of this year's Omagongo Cultural Festival described the event as a resounding success. Footage: Placido Hilukilwa | Informanté

A number of women are displaying the Omagongo, a traditional brew that is being celebrated at the Onambango palace in the Oshana Region. Omagongo is an alcoholic brew that is extracted from the Marula fruit. Among the other benefits of the fruit is that it makes Oshinwa, which is a juice, and Marula oil, well known as Odjove. Ndapanda Shuuya #NBCNews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcdigitalnews #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp | NBC Digital News

Ohangwena Governor Sebastian Ndeitunga says the Omagongo Festival is a symbol of unity due to its significance in bringing people together to enjoy and celebrate a beverage that has become an essential part of the culture of Oshiwambo-speaking people. The festival plays a vital role in unifying people and promoting peace and harmony. In recognition of its cultural and social value, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) recognised the Omagongo Festival in N