insert_link Namibia SWAPO Veteran Pushes for Extraordinary Congress After President’s Death SWAPO veteran, Jerry Ekandjo met with the party's secretary general, Sophia Shaningwa, a day after President Hage Geingob's death to discuss the possibility of holding an extraordinary congress within three months. Reports indicate that this meeting followed Ekandjo's discovery that the politburo had decided to postpone the congress. Ekandjo, who has been advocating for an extraordinary congress after Geingob's death, insisted to Shaningwa that it must take place within the […] todayMay 27, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Monica Geingos Returns to Office, Vows to Fulfill Advocacy Commitments and Expand Focus on Cancer Care Former First Lady, Monica Geingos announced her return to office after mourning her late husband, President Hage Geingob. She aims to finalize advocacy commitments, manage administrative transitions, and scale up youth development efforts. Geingos also plans to broaden her focus to include cancer prevention and care, especially after experiencing the pain of losing a loved one to pancreatic cancer. She expressed gratitude for the support from Namibians during their time […] todayMay 13, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Media Trust Director Advocates Sustainable Journalism on World Press Freedom Day Journalism in the Face of the Environmental Crisis," Director of the Namibia Media Trust, Zoé Titus, urges journalists, policymakers, and the public to adopt the principles of sustainable journalism. She also commends late President Hage Geingob for his support of press freedom and calls on Namibia to reaffirm its membership in the Extractive Industry Transparency Initiative. Titus also paid tribute to journalists who work in dangerous environments around the world. […] todayMay 6, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia ‘Give an Hour for Earth’: Hage Geingob Stadium Hosts Tree Planting Event for Earth Hour Namibia 2024 In a move towards environmental stewardship and community engagement, the Hage Geingob Stadium served as the venue for the 'Give an Hour for Earth' tree planting event on Tuesday, commemorating Earth Hour Namibia 2024. The event, themed 'Give an Hour for Earth,' paid tribute to Namibia's late President, Dr. Hage Geingob. Martha Kautanevalli, Miss Earth Namibia 2023, emphasized the importance of personal responsibility in nurturing a healthier planet during her […] todayMarch 20, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia President Mbumba Commends President Masisi’s Support After Geingob’s Passing President Nangolo Mbumba praised President Mokgweetsi Masisi of Botswana for his support to the Namibian people following the recent loss of former President Hage Geingob. Addressing a memorial service in Gaborone organized by the Botswana government, Mbumba lauded Masisi for fostering a strong and fraternal bond with the late Geingob. He highlighted Masisi's significant gesture as the first Head of State to visit Geingob after his surgery last year. Additionally, […] todayMarch 14, 2024 19
insert_link Namibia National budget leaves Geingob’s wishes for the elderly as just wishes The announcement made by Finance minister Iipumbu Shiimi during the tabling of the national budget for 2024/25 has dimmed the hopes of many Namibians. Moreover- that of the elderly. This is according to activist Rinaani Musutua. Activist Rosa Namises also weighed in. todayFebruary 29, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Potential N$723 Million Monthly Burden on Taxpayers for Increased Pension and Disability Grants Fulfilling the late President Hage Geingob's proposal to raise Namibia's pension and disability grants from N$1,400 to N$3,000 could cost taxpayers approximately N$723 million monthly. Even with a more modest increase to N$2,000, taxpayers would still bear a monthly burden of N$482 million. The anticipation among 241,016 beneficiaries has been high, following Geingob's New Year's message expressing his hope for the increase. The Finance Minister, Iipumbu Shiimi, is expected to […] todayFebruary 28, 2024 2
insert_link Namibia Chinese Political Leader Commends Namibia’s Progress and Pledges Confidence in Continuing Geingob’s Legacy Jiang Zuojun, Vice Chairperson of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, expressed China's firm belief in Namibia's ability to carry on the mission of the late President Hage Geingob. Speaking at the memorial service, Zuojun highlighted Geingob's decade-long leadership, which brought stability, economic development, and improved livelihoods to Namibia. He praised Geingob's commitment to international and regional peace and development, emphasizing Namibia's contributions to Pan Africanism and its role in […] todayFebruary 27, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Namibian President Nangolo Mbumba Calls for Legacy of Accountability and Development in Memory of Late President Hage Geingob During the official memorial service for the late President Hage Geingob, President Nangolo Mbumba urged Namibians to honor Geingob's legacy by prioritizing accountability, transparency, honesty, and commitment in their duties. Mbumba emphasized the importance of effective governance for development, echoing the late president's beliefs. He likened Geingob's enduring legacy to a resilient Baobab tree and urged the nation to continue pursuing the late president's policies for shared prosperity and economic […] todayFebruary 27, 2024 15
Paying it forward: Kenyan coastal doctor Bashrahil Mohammed Mafudh has made it his life’s work to care for the most vulnerable in his community, at no cost.
