insert_link Namibia Hage Geingob: Namibian president who played a modernising role By Henning Melber, University of Pretoria Hage Gottfried Geingob served as the third president of Namibia from 2015 until his death on February 4 2024. He was Namibia’s first prime minister from 1990 to 2002, and served as prime minister again from 2012 to 2015. Geingob was born on 3 August 1941. He joined the ranks of the national liberation movement South West African People’s Organisation (Swapo during its […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 20
insert_link Namibia Global Leaders Extend Condolences to Namibia Following President Dr. Hage G Geingob’s Passing In the wake of President Dr. Hage G Geingob's passing on Sunday, Namibia witnessed a significant outpouring of condolences from world leaders. Notable countries, including Mozambique, Somalia, Nigeria, Germany, China, and various South American states, expressed their heartfelt sympathies. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's presidency spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, conveyed their condolences. todayFebruary 5, 2024 24
insert_link Namibia President Dr. Nangola Mbumba Shares Insights in an Exclusive with Future Media News’ Angie Scholtz In the early hours of Sunday morning, Namibian President Hage Geingob, aged 82, breathed his last at Lady Pohamba Private Hospital, following treatment for cancerous cells detected during a medical examination. Angie Scholtz from Future Media News exclusively spoke to Namibia's 4th president, His Excellency President Dr. Nangola Mbumba. Daily evening devotions will be held at the residence of the late President Hage Geingob in Windhoek, as announced family spokesperson […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 37
insert_link Namibia CEO of Namibia’s Cancer Association, Rolf Hansen, offers his condolences. In a solemn announcement on World Cancer Day, the Namibian Presidency conveyed the somber news of President Dr. Hage G. Geingob's passing on the 4th of February. The official press statement revealed that the President breathed his last just after midnight, surrounded by his close relatives who stood by him during his final moments. CEO of Namibia's Cancer Association, Rolf Hansen. todayFebruary 5, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Opposition Leader Mchenry Venaani Mourns President Hage Geingob’s Passing Expressing profound sorrow, Mchenry Venaani, the Leader of the Popular Democratic Movement, conveyed deep sadness regarding the passing of President Hage Geingob. Venaani emphasized that the loss of President Geingob is a significant setback not only for Namibia but also for the entire African continent. Daily evening devotions will be held at the residence of the late President Hage Geingob in Windhoek, local lawyer and family spokesperson Sisa Namandje has […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 40
insert_link Namibia African Leaders Unite in Grief Over the Loss of Namibian President Hage Geingob President Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe and former President Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya have conveyed their sincere condolences following the passing of President Hage Geingob. Both leaders fondly remember Geingob as an exceptional leader whose significant contributions were instrumental in Namibia's liberation. In an official statement, President Mnangagwa extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of President Geingob and the entire Namibian population. Mnangagwa remarked that President Geingob's leadership and unwavering […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 9
insert_link Health / Medical Cancer Association of Namibia Mourns the Passing of President Dr. Hage G. Geingob on World Cancer Day February 5, 2024/ Leonard Witbeen In a poignant and surreal moment on this World Cancer Day, the Cancer Association of Namibia is grappling with the heartbreaking news of the passing of Namibia's beloved President, Dr. Hage G. Geingob. In an official statement, Rolf Hansen, the CEO of the Cancer Association of Namibia, expressed profound sorrow over the loss. Hansen remarked, "It is a somber and beyond surreal World Cancer Day […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 20
insert_link Health / Medical Namibia’s Battle Against Cancer: A Conversation with Rolf Hansen, CEO of the Cancer Association Rolf Hansen, CEO of the Cancer Association of Namibia, shed light on Namibia's evolving role in the global cancer landscape. Hansen addressed the changing dynamics of cancer, emphasizing the shift towards lifestyle-related factors as significant contributors. The interview delved into the impact of these changes on Namibia's cancer landscape, urging collective efforts to bridge the care gap for vulnerable community members. The Rise of Lifestyle-Related Cancers: Hansen began by highlighting […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 67
insert_link 2 Interview Transcripts Johanna Hipangelwa Reflects on Youth in Politics and President Geingob’s Passing In a candid interview with Future Media News, Johanna Hipangelwa, a 22-year-old political science student at the University of Namibia, shared her insights on the role of youth in politics and addressed the recent passing of President Dr. Hage G. Geingob. The interview delves into Johanna's thoughts on the impact of President Geingob's demise on the younger generation, especially during a crucial time with upcoming elections. She emphasizes the need […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 182 2