ARCHIVES
GENERAL OBJECTIVE:
• UNDERSTAND THE IMPORTANCE OF ARCHIVE
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
• DESCRIBE THE PURPOSE OF ARCHIVING MATERIALS IN PRESERVING HISTORICAL RECORDS AND KNOWLEDGE.
• EXPLAIN THE IMPORTANCE AND SIGNIFICANCE OF ARCHIVES IN NAMIBIAN CONTEXT
WHAT IS ARCHIVING
• Archiving is the process of
collecting, organizing, and storing
materials (like documents, photos,
videos, and records) to keep them
safe for the future.
• It helps preserve important
historical information so that future
generations can learn from it.
ARCHIVES
PURPOSE OF ARCHIVING MATERIALS IMPORTANCE OF ARCHIVES IN NAMIBIA
• Archiving preserves important records, such as • Archives preserve Namibia’s history, including the
documents, photos, and videos, for future struggle for independence and cultural heritage.
generations.
• They provide information about the country’s past, helping
Namibians connect with their roots.
• It helps keep historical information safe,
allowing us to learn from past events and • Archives help students learn about key events, like
cultural knowledge. Namibia’s fight for independence and the role of leaders
like Sam Nujoma.
• Archives ensure that valuable records are not
• They support national pride and identity by honouring the
lost over time. country’s history.
EXAMPLES OF ARCHIVES
• The National Archives of Namibia: A key institution in Windhoek where important
documents and records about Namibia's history, culture, and independence struggle are
stored.
• University of Namibia (UNAM) Archives: Where academic Records, historical publications
and Cultural materials (artifacts, research) is kept relating to Namibia’s History
• The Namibian National Museum: Although mainly a museum, it also holds archives related
to the country’s history, culture, and heritage.