Hifikepunye Pohamba

Thousands Gather At Hero’s Acre as Founding President is Laid to Rest

The remains of Founding President Sam Nujoma arrived at Heroes’ Acre, where thousands of mourners, government officials, and foreign dignitaries gathered for his final farewell. Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba, seated next to Uutoni Nujoma, reflected on his decades-long friendship with the late leader. Emotions ran high as the hearse departed Independence Stadium, with mourners like Lucia Ndeshihafela Nghipumbwa, who traveled from Ohangwena, visibly overcome with grief. The Navy […]

1 March, 2025 29

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Former PLAN Combatants Honor Sam Nujoma at Memorial Service

Former PLAN combatants paid their final respects to late Founding President Sam Nujoma during a memorial service at Eenhana Sports Stadium, reporter Nduuvundi David writes. The group sang a song recalling their time on the battlefield while awaiting former Minister of Defense, Charles Namholo, to deliver his message. Namholo described Nujoma as a true hero of the liberation struggle and a friend to all citizens. He also noted that […]

22 February, 2025 43

Dr. Sam Nujoma

“A great loss to Namibia,” says Pohamba on Nujoma

By: Nduuvundi David Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba said he has lost a good friend, a leader of the Namibian Nation and founding president. Pohamba, who was speaking during Nujoma's first memorial service at Etunda village, Okahao constituency, said he met Nujoma 63 years ago, while in Angola Thus, Pohamba indicated that his last visit to Nujoma was while hospitalized in Windhoek two weeks ago and was made to realise […]

21 February, 2025 23

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Former President Pohamba Reflects on Nujoma’s Legacy

Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba says he has lost a dear friend and a great leader following the passing of Founding President, Sam Nujoma. Speaking at Nujoma’s first memorial service at Etunda village in the Okahao constituency, Pohamba recalled meeting Nujoma 63 years ago in Angola. He also shared that his last visit to Nujoma was two weeks ago while he was hospitalized in Windhoek, saying it made him realize how […]

21 February, 2025 37

Namibia

Activist Herbert Jauch Critiques National Housing Efforts

Activist Herbert Jauch examined the housing crisis, highlighting the 800 houses built in Swakopmund over the past year. He critiques the mass housing program introduced by former President Hifikepunye Pohamba, noting that, despite significant financial investments, it fell short in resolving the country’s housing issues.

6 January, 2025 14

Namibia

Tribute by H.E. Dr. Hifikepunye Pohamba, former President of the Republic of Namibia on the occasion of the Memorial Service of late President Dr. Hage G. Geingob

Director of Ceremonies; His Excellency, Dr. Nangolo Mbumba, President of the Republic of Namibia; Madam Sustjie Mbumba, First Lady of the Republic of Namibia; Her Excellency, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, Vice President of the Republic of Namibia and Lieutenant General (Rtd) Epafras Ndaitwah; His Excellency, Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, Founding Father of the Namibian Nation; The Widow, Madame Monica Geingos, Former First Lady; Your Excellencies, Heads of State and Government; Your Excellencies, […]

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