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 15
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 45
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 36
insert_link 3 6 Oshiwambo Kamusela goshikandjohogololo sha Moses !Garoeb Stefanus Ndengu okwa gandja omahekeleko sha landula eso lyomuleli omukulu Hage Geingob todayFebruary 5, 2024 281 6 3
insert_link 5 Oshiwambo O SADC na Africa alihe taya lili omuleli gwa Namibia Aaleli okuza miilongo ya yooloka ya Africa oya wayimine aa namibia okulilila omupresitend Geingob. Onzonkundana yo Xinhua oya lopota kutya omupresitend gwa Bostwana Mokgweetsi Masisi okwa hokolola kutya nakusa Geingob okwali kuume kashili ka Bostwana. Noya simaneka eyambidhidho lye okutunga uukumwe pokati kiilongo yopaali. Masisi okwa thiki mo Namibia nena ,nokwa tegelelwa a shune konima yethimbo. Nokwa gandja elombwelo opo omapandela ga Bostwana ga tsikilwe etata moshilongo ashihe okuza ohela […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 16 5
insert_link Namibia Erongo Region Governor Urges Namibians to Uphold President Geingob’s Inclusive Legacy Erongo Region Governor Neville Andre Itope has issued a heartfelt call to the Namibian nation to carry forward the late President Hage Geingob's legacy of inclusivity, emphasizing the importance of not leaving anyone behind. As the nation mourns the passing of President Geingob, Itope underscored the significant loss not only to the late leader's family but to the entire country. Governor Itope highlighted President Geingob's noteworthy contributions to Namibia's independence […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of President Hage Geingob In a heartfelt statement, Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta hailed Geingob as a distinguished servant of the people, an exceptional statesman, and a wise leader whose impact will be deeply missed. Kenyatta conveyed his condolences, stating, "No words can sufficiently convey the magnitude of the loss as President Geingob was a distinguished servant of the people, an outstanding statesman, and a great leader full of wisdom. He extended his thoughts and […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 7
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 7
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 16
