Maritime Festival Kicks off Today

TheWalvisBayMayor,TrevinoForbesextendedanopeninvitationtotheWalvis Bay and surrounding communities to the inaugural Walvis Bay Maritime Festivalstartingtoday,4August.Thefestivitieswillcontinueuntiltomorrow,5 August, under the theme 'preserving a healthy ocean ecosystem for a resilient economy'.

Forbes stated that the festival will celebrate the town'srichmaritimeheritageandwillhighlightthe importance of preserving the ocean for a sustainable and resilient economy “It will feature various activities, exhibits and educational programs for all groups. The festival aims to shed light on the significant contributions of the blue economy to our town's economic growth and development. This event provides a platform for industryplayerstoshowcaseandsharetheirwork, products and innovations.” The mayor added that byshowcasingthevariousindustriesundertheBlue Economy, the hope is to demonstrate the diverse opportunitiesandeconomicpotentialthatliewithin theoceans.“Thefestivalwillofferinsightsintothe stridesthelocalbusinessesandorganisationshave madeinharnessingtheresourcesoftheseasustainability Attendeeswillhavetheopportunitytolearn about the latest technologies, initiatives and best practices that are driving economic growth while maintaining the health and vitality of our ocean ecosystem By engaging with industry professionalsandwitnessingtheirworkfirsthand, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the Blue Economy's significance and its potential for thetown'seconomicprosperity.”

The Walvis Bay Maritime Festival is a follow-up event to the World Ocean Day celebrations that were hosted in Walvis Bay, which was deemed a resoundingsuccess.

The official opening of the festival is slated for 11:00, with the minister of fisheries and marine resources,DerekKlazenasthekeynotespeaker On Saturday, from 9:00 a street parade will commence form the Narraville municipal offices, withavarietyofcompetitionsstartingat10:30.