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Namibia

Mariental Crash Death Toll Rises to 16

The Mariental road accident involving Namibian Correctional Service and Police vehicles has claimed 16 lives, including police and correctional services officials. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and Minister Lucia Iipumbu extended condolences and called on the public to stop sharing graphic images from the scene. The Correctional Service has suspended all visitations to the Hardap Correctional Facility until further notice as investigations continue. Authorities say support services are being provided to the […]

today1 September, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Finland Mourns Sam Nujoma’s Passing

Bishop Matti Repo of the Tampere Diocese of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Finland has expressed condolences on the passing of Namibia’s Founding Father, Sam Nujoma. In this report compiled by Maria Namupala, he described Nujoma as a visionary leader whose legacy will endure.  

today18 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Nordic Africa Institute Researcher Pays Tribute To Nujoma

Messages of condolence continue to flow from Namibia and beyond following the passing of the Founding Father, Sam Shafishuna Nujoma, on February 8 at Lady Pohamba Private Hospital in Windhoek. Angie Scholtz from Future Media News spoke with Professor Dr. Henning Melber, a Senior Research Associate at the Nordic Africa Institute in Sweden, about Nujoma’s legacy and impact.  

today18 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Netball Namibia Pays Tribute to Nujoma

  Netball Namibia Secretary General Sofica Simon has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Founding Father Dr. Sam Nujoma, describing him as an iconic leader whose influence extended beyond politics and into the sporting community. Simon highlighted Nujoma’s dedication to fostering teamwork and perseverance in sports, as well as his efforts to enhance sporting infrastructure and youth participation in Namibia. She described him as a pillar of wisdom and […]

today10 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

S.A’s Ramaphosa Pays Tribute to Nujoma’s Legacy

S.A President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended heartfelt condolences to Namibia following the passing of founding president Sam Nujoma at age 95. He hailed Nujoma as an extraordinary freedom fighter who played a crucial role in Namibia’s independence and South Africa’s liberation. Spokesperson Vincent Magwenya stated that Ramaphosa expressed solidarity with Namibia’s people and leadership, honoring Nujoma’s lasting legacy and dedication to his country.

today10 February, 2025

World

U.N officials express shock at the death of Iran’s President

Condolences have been pouring in at the United Nations following the death of Iran's president and Foreign Minister. UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres says he is saddened by the death of Ebrahim Raisi. Security Council members observed a moment of silence before the start of its work on Monday. Jody Jacobs has more.  

today21 May, 2024

Oshiwambo

Omupresident Nangolo Mbumba atuma omahekeleko kova Mozambique.

OmuPresident Nangolo Mbumba okwa tuma etu mwalaka lomahekeleko kumbushe waye moilonga wa Mozambiqe Filipe Nyusi,  opamwe novanhu voshilongo osho,  sha landula komafo anyanyaleka ovanhu ve dulife po 90 vafila mo kambautu kaningina koshi yomeva. Oshiponga shokambautu ka ninginina koshi yomeva noku twaa lelelifa eemwenyo dovakwashiwana va Mozambique,  ota ku lopotwa sha holoka pefimbo ova kwashiwana moka bautu omo valimo kaningina koshiyomeva efuta loumbangalanhu woshilongo osho moshitopolwa sha Nampula  moshondaxa. She […]

today11 April, 2024

Oshiwambo

Omunashipundi woAU, okwati omupresident Hage Geingob okwa fiyapo omwakwa.

Omunashipundi wo Commisi yongonga hangano ya Africa,  Moussa Faki Mahamat, okwa lopotwa  ali aya konele yomupresident Hage Geingob ko Casa Rosalia, oku popifa omunyekadi woshilongo kwali nale  Monica oshoyo ounona. Pefimbo letalelepo laye , Mahamat okwa popya nghene oilyolongo ili yatula Namibia moshikondekifo shoukwao wananghali oshoyo mehangano loilyo longo ya Africa. Okwa hokolola nghene ali amona omito okuya meenghundafana nomupresident Geingob , oo tati okwe mupa oshiholelwa shiwa unene mouwa […]

today28 February, 2024

Namibia

Minister Peya Mushelenga Urges Public to Use Designated Books of Condolence for President Geingob

Information and Communication Technology Minister Peya Mushelenga has issued a plea to the public, urging them to refrain from creating unofficial books of condolence for President Hage Geingob. Speaking at a media briefing at the Government Information Centre. Mushelenga emphasized the importance of using only the designated books placed at specific venues citing various locations accessible to the public. This call aims to streamline the expression of condolences and maintain […]

today7 February, 2024