insert_link Namibia HE Dr Hage Geingob: A sporting tribute The passing of HE Dr Hage Geingob has robbed Namibian sport of its biggest fan and its biggest promotor... https://iono.fm/e/1403022 todayFebruary 6, 2024 19
insert_link Namibia Chief Johannes Isaack Conveys Condolences on behalf of Nama Nation Chief Johannes Isaack, head of the Hai-|Khaua Traditional Authority and Chairman of the Nama Traditional Leaders Association, expressed heartfelt condolences to former First Lady Monica Geingos, the children, family, and the entire nation following the passing of President Hage Geingob on Sunday. Addressing a press conference, Isaack conveyed condolences on behalf of all Nama clans, expressing sorrow and sympathy for the loss. The NTLA extends its deepest sympathies to President […] todayFebruary 6, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia Unexpected Loss: 22-Year-Old Political Science Student Reflects on the Passing of President Dr. Hage Geingob To have lost a sitting president at the age of 22 is an experience Johanna Hipangelwa had not seen coming. The young Political Science student from the University Of Namibia had this to say when speaking to Future Media News after the passing of Dr. Hage Geingob. todayFebruary 6, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Traditional Leaders to Confer with Former First Lady Monica Geingos on President Hage Geingob’s Funeral Arrangements A group of traditional leaders is scheduled to convene with former first lady Monica Geingos to discuss funeral arrangements for President Hage Geingob. Among the proposals on the table is a suggestion to observe a three-week mourning period for the late statesman. Confirmed by Chief Immanuel /Gaseb, leader of the !Oe-≠Gan Traditional Authority and chairperson of the Council of Traditional Leaders, the meeting in Windhoek will address funeral arrangements and […] todayFebruary 6, 2024 21
insert_link 3 Namibia Mbumba assumes Presidency temporarily Nangolo Mbumba, the former Vice President, has been sworn in as the fourth President of the Republic of Namibia, succeeding the late President Hage Geingob, who passed away on Sunday. Mbumba expressed his commitment to serve the country temporarily until the upcoming elections. With National and Presidential elections scheduled for later this year, President Geingob's term was initially set to conclude on 21 March 2025. Political Analyst Rakkel Andreas provides […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 88 3
insert_link President Hage Geingob World leaders pay tribute to Dr. Hage Geingob’s legacy World leaders, including US President Joe Biden, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, have offered tributes to former President, Dr. Hage Geingob, following his passing. Biden commended Geingob as a fearless leader and advocate, while Putin emphasised his contribution to Namibia-Russia relations. Here’s Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya. Separately, Nigeria's former President, Olusegun Obasanjo has extended his condolences to the government and people of Namibia over the […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 32
insert_link Namibia LGBTQ+ community reflects on Geingob’s position on same-sex bills Local human rights activist, Linda Baumann has spoken to Future Media News about the protection and rights of the LGBTQ+ community under President Hage Geingob's leadership. President Geingob had expressed dissatisfaction with anti-same-sex marriage bills presented by Swapo parliamentarian Jerry Ekandjo in 2023, citing a lack of proper consultation within the party. Geingob assigned Minister Albert Kawana to clarify marriage laws in Namibia. todayFebruary 5, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Namibia Media Trust reflects on Geingob’s impact on press freedom In the wake of President Hage Geingob's passing, a number of voices have attested to the flourishing of press freedom in Namibia under his leadership. With the country historically known for its commitment to press freedom, consistently ranking high in global indices, we spoke to Zoé Titus, Director at Namibia Media Trust. Namibia ranks 22 out of 180 in the 2023 World Press Freedom Index. It has dropped 4 places, […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 52
insert_link Namibia President Mbumba declares national mourning period President Nangolo Mbumba has officially declared a national mourning period starting from 5 February 2023 until the date of the late President Hage Geingob's funeral. The Namibia Press Agency reports that all national flags should be flown at half-mast throughout this period, across the country, and at all Namibian diplomatic missions. The date of the burial is yet to be announced. todayFebruary 5, 2024 41