Ndalatando - The government of the northern Cuanza Norte province Tuesday in Ndalatando city reiterated its commitment to improving the living conditions of former combatants and veterans of the homeland in the province.

In a statement sent to ANGOP, ahead of Colonial Martyrs Repression Day to be commemorated on January 4, the local government also reiterated commitment to the enhancement of historical figures of the region.

It said that the date is of great significance for the country's history, and one of the "most important milestones" in the awakening of the patriotic and nationalist consciousness of Angolans, which culminated in National independence on 11 November, 1975.

The document states that the best tribute that society can pay to the heroes of Baixa de Cassanje (Lower Cassanje region), northern Malanje province, is the transformation of agricultural fields into an engine of economic growth, for the well-being of families.

It urged the society to reinforce the civic and patriotic education of the new generations in order to promote respect for the values and traditions of the Angolan people.

In Cuanza Norte, the date will be marked by the laying of a wreath on the tomb of an unknown soldier.