Oludila: President Nangolo Mbumba said the late Lieutenant Colonel Sackeus "Sacky" Amunyela will be remembered for his unwavering dedication to pursuing liberty, justice, and equality for Namibia and her people. Late Amunyela passed away on 08 January 2025 after a short illness. He was aged 75.

According to Namibia Press Agency, Mbumba in a speech read on his behalf at the memorial service of the late Amunyela at Oludila village in Eengodi constituency of the Oshikoto region on Friday, said Amunyela's journey was one of patriotism, courage, and selflessness. "His steadfast commitment to the liberation struggle of Namibia began in 1969 when he joined the Swapo party following expulsion from the Ongwediva seminary due to political activism during the 1960s," he said.

Amunyela went into exile through Botswana in 1972, accompanied by comrades such as Kondja Kambala, the late Johannes Hamukoto, and Johannes Amupindi. Among his many notable contributions was a military mission conducted in 1974 in the Kavango region and the towns of Grootfontein, Tsumeb, and Otavi whereby he sustained severe injuries during South African enemy forces, he noted.

Mbumba further said: "As we bid farewell to Comrade Amunyela, we reflect on his invaluable contributions to Namibia's independence in building a united, peaceful, and prosperous Namibian house. We will forever cherish and remember the unwavering dedication and sacrifices comrade he made for the freedom and peace that we and our children are enjoying today."

Also, in a speech read on his behalf, Founding President and Father of the Nation, Dr. Sam Nujoma informed the mourners that the late Amunyela was a fearless former PLAN senior military engineer whose acts of bravery and unflinching support immensely contributed to the total liberation of Namibia. "His participation in the battle demonstrated his bravery and determination to engage the enemy for the genuine independence of Namibia as well as for the peace and political stability that we enjoy today," said Nujoma.