Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Donald Matthys
Published on 2024-02-23 02:43:18
According to information minister Emma Theofelus, street vendors have been given permission to sell their goods at specific locations during the official memorial service proceedings for former president Hage Geingob at Independence Stadium on Saturday. It is anticipated that there will be a crowd of over 50,000 people attending the memorial, and the vendors will assist in providing refreshments throughout the day.
The decision to allow street vendors to sell their goods during the memorial service has been made in light of the fact that the programme is expected to run from the morning hours of Saturday, 24 February 2024 until the evening. The state will only provide refreshments at the end of the programme, so allowing the vendors to sell their goods will ensure that attendees have access to food and drinks throughout the day.
However, it is important to note that the sale of alcohol around the Independence Stadium vicinity is strictly prohibited. Minister Theofelus has warned that law enforcement agencies will be monitoring these activities and will take action against anyone found selling alcohol in the area.
This decision to permit street vendors to sell their goods during the memorial service is a practical and considerate move, as it will ensure that attendees are able to access refreshments throughout the day without having to rely solely on the state-provided refreshments at the end of the programme. It also provides an opportunity for local vendors to benefit from the large gathering of people at the event.
In conclusion, the decision to allow street vendors to sell their goods at specified locations during the memorial service proceedings for former president Hage Geingob at Independence Stadium is a practical and considerate move, aimed at ensuring that attendees have access to refreshments throughout the day. However, it is important to note that the sale of alcohol around the stadium is strictly prohibited, and law enforcement agencies will be monitoring the area to ensure compliance with this rule.
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