The sacred fire of the Damara tribe was lit at around 05h00 on Saturday morning at Khorixas, Kunene Region, by Gaob Justus |Uruhe ||Garoeb. The fire is a traditional symbol to call upon tribal ancestors, such as the late Gaob Goreseb and others, for forgiveness as well as to plead for prosperity and blessings amongst the Damara clans. Representatives of all 32 Damara clans are attending the Gaob Thanksgiving Ceremony. A second ritual will be held later during the day whereby Gaob ||Garoeb will a