Founding Father

Nujoma’s Remains Lay at Parliament Gardens for Final Tribute

The late Founding Father, Dr. Samuel Daniel Shafiishuna Nujoma, has arrived at Parliament Gardens late yesterday, where his remains layed in state overnight. Throughout the day, mourners gathered to pay their final respects, expressing deep sorrow and appreciation for his contributions to the motherland. Windhoek residents described the moment as both emotional and historic.

28 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Lüderitz Pays Tribute to Sam Nujoma

Lüderitz residents gathered at St. Peter’s Hall yesterday, in a heartfelt tribute to the founding father, Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma. The memorial, organized by the Lüderitz Community Development Trust, brought the community together in remembrance of Nujoma’s lasting impact. Dr. Nujoma, who passed away on February 8, is being honored with regional memorial services across the country. The Lüderitz event was attended by !Nami-#nus Constituency Councillor Suzan Ndjaleka, who delivered […]

24 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Nujoma Memorial ends in Katima

As Grootfontein gears up to host the fifth regional memorial service for the late Founding Father, Dr. Sam Nujoma, authorities have ordered the closure of all bars and shebeens today and tomorrow as a mark of respect. Meanwhile, in Katima Mulilo, last night’s memorial service drew large crowds, with attendees remaining until early morning. Our correspondent in Katima, Jackson Kunatela, spoke with Governor Lawrence Sampofu about the tribute. Nujoma's remains […]

24 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Grootfontein Shuts Bars for Nujoma Memorial

As Grootfontein prepares to host the fifth regional memorial service for the late Founding Father, Dr. Sam Nujoma, all bars and shebeens have been ordered to remain closed today and tomorrow as a sign of respect. Otjozondjupa Police Regional Commander, Commissioner Philip Hindengwa, and Grootfontein Municipality Mayor, Talitha Namati Garises, confirmed the directive and urged residents to honor Nujoma’s legacy, stating that alcohol sales will only resume once his remains […]

24 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Zambezi Teacher Calls for Unity at Nujoma Memorial

A social studies teacher from the Zambezi region, Mr. Muyunda Staleny, spoke to our correspondent Jackson Kunatela in Katima Mulilo. He emphasized the importance of honoring founding father, Dr. Sam Nujoma. He urged schools and communities to actively participate in the upcoming memorial service at the Katima Mulilo Sports Complex, calling it a moment for national reflection and unity.

21 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Master’s supervisor for the late founding father decribes him as humble

Benjamin Mapane, a Master's supervisor for the late founding father, Sam Nujoma, described him as humble and an avid student. He said this in an interview with NewsOnOne's Selma Taapopi:

19 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

UNAM Holds Memorial for Sam Nujoma As Former Classmates Pay Tribute

Selma Taapopi from NewsOneOne on One Africa reports that Frans Hendjala, a former UNAM geology student and classmate of the late Sam Nujoma, remembers him as an inquisitive and engaging learner. UNAM held a memorial service honoring Nujoma, where former students, including past SRC presidents and the Alumni Association, paid tribute to the Founding Father. Catch last night's full bulletin on oneafrica.tv. Weeknights at 7, you can watch it on […]

19 February, 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.

18 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.

18 February, 2025