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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 […]

today21 February, 2025

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 […]

today21 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Thousands Line B1 in the North to Honor Sam Nujoma

The remains of late Founding President, Sam Nujoma, embarked on a solemn journey to Etunda village in the Okahao Constituency, where a memorial service was held yesterday. Thousands of mourners lined the B1 road from Ondangwa to Oshakati and Okahao, paying their final respects to the nation’s revered leader. Among those accompanying the procession was Citizen Nahas Angula, who shared his reflections on this historic moment.  

today21 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 […]

today19 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Nation Gets Set To Honor Nujoma in Etunda

The late Founding President, Sam Nujoma’s remains will be taken to seven regions, where processions will be held to honor his legacy. A memorial service is scheduled for 20 February at his home village, Etunda in Okahao, Omusati Region. State memorial services will follow, giving the public an opportunity to pay their last respects before the state funeral on 1 March at Heroes' Acre in Windhoek. A family member, Mika […]

today19 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Government Announces Official Guidelines for Dr. Sam Nujoma’s Funeral

The government has announced official guidelines for public events following the passing of the country’s founding president, Dr. Sam Shafishuna Nujoma. In a statement, Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Hon. Modestus Amutse says state commemorations are suspended, while limited sports and school athletics may continue under strict decorum. Private events are not prohibited, but the public is urged to maintain respect during the mourning period. The official memorial […]

today12 February, 2025

South Africa

Deputy President Honors Former Labour Minister’s Legacy in Advancing Worker Rights

S.A's Deputy president Paul Mashatile has praised former Labour minister Membathisi Mdladlana for his contributions to fighting apartheid and advancing labour rights. Mdladlana, South Africa's longest-serving Labour Minister, worked under four presidents. Speaking at a special memorial service, Mashatile highlighted Mdladlana’s legacy of resilience, commitment to social justice and implementing key labour laws that protected workers' rights and reduced industrial disputes:  

today28 October, 2024

Africa

Botswana celebrates Geingob’s life

Botswana President, Mokgweetsi Masisi, says the late President Hage Geingob contributed to the excellent relations between Namibia and Botswana. Masisi made the remarks during a memorial service held for the late President Geingob in Gaborone, Botswana on Wednesday. President Geingob, who died at the age of 82 in Windhoek, was buried at Heroes’ Arce on 25 February 2024.

today13 March, 2024