German influence spread in the African country as it was under colonial rule between 1884 and 1915. Much of this influence has remained throughout the 20th century, with many Namibians giving their children Germanic names. It is unclear as to why Uunona's parents chose this specific name for their child, born in 1966. Uunona is expected to be re-elected for the Ompundja constituency, which is located in the Oshana Region of Namibia, where he first entered office in 2004. He has previously won re-election bids in 2015 and 2020.