Juuso Shikongo

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Rev. Juuso Niilonga Shikongo (born in 1917 in Iihongo, Onyaanya Constituency) was a Namibian teacher, priest, activist, and notable public servant, he is well-known for having risked his life on several occasions for the welfare of his community and the Independence of Namibia. [1]

Rev. Juuso Shikongo Secondary School was established and named in his honour.

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References

  1. "Unsung hero Rev. Juuso Niilonga Shikongo (1917-1991)". newera.com.na. New Era Newspaper Namibia. 19 September 2013. Archived from the original on 26 March 2016. Retrieved 23 June 2017.