A photo taken on September 19, 2014 shows the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Site sign at the entrance to the Twyfelfontein rock carving site in Namibia's Kunene region. (Xinhua/Gao Lei)
Namibia on Wednesday launched an archiving application to improve accessibility and preserve and promote the country's cultural heritage through advanced technological means.
WINDHOEK, Jan. 25 (Xinhua) — Namibia on Wednesday launched an archiving application to improve accessibility and preserve and promote the country's cultural heritage through advanced technological means.
At the launch, Minister of Education, Arts and Culture, Esther Gipondka, said that through a user-friendly interface and cutting-edge features, the application will democratize access to historical records and make Namibian heritage more accessible to all. He said he would make it easier and more attractive. .
“Archives are our cultural heritage and the foundation of our national identity. They reflect our shared history, diverse traditions, and collective journeys that have brought us to where we are today. “As custodians of this precious heritage, we must ensure accessibility, protect and preserve these records for future generations,” she said.
A photo taken on September 19, 2014 shows carved stone slabs at the Twyfelfontein rock carving site in the Kunene region, Namibia (September 19, 2014, Xinhua/Gao Lei)
According to Nghipondoka, the application is intended to be a dynamic educational resource that fosters and enhances research and academic inquiry.
“The Namibia Archives application is more than just a tool; it acts as a gateway to different archival collections that can be accessed simultaneously. It allows researchers, historians, educators and the general public to seamlessly access our archival collections. “We will be able to do it,” she said. . “By integrating our archives into the digital realm, we are bridging the gap between tradition and technology and ensuring that our historical records are not only preserved but actively disseminated. Masu.”
She added that this application stands out as a major advancement in the country's archiving capabilities. “This is not just a software innovation, but a demonstration of our dedication to using technology to enhance access to archival collections.”
This initiative is the result of support from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization and collaboration between organizations in Namibia. ■