Namibian History

Ephraim Kasuto Reflects on Nujoma’s Legacy of Unity

In related news: Founding President Sam Nujoma was a steadfast advocate for unity, bringing together a nation once divided by apartheid, says his first legal representative, Ephraim Kasuto. Kasuto, who established the boutique law firm Kasuto Law Chambers, praised Nujoma’s unwavering commitment to national cohesion. Ellen Shihepo from One Africa TV NewsOnOne reports. Last night's bulletin is now on oneafrica.tv. Weeknights at 7 you are free to watch it on […]

March 1, 2025 35

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Windhoek East Residents Line Streets for Nujoma’s Final Journey

Residents of Windhoek East turned out in large numbers, lining up for over a kilometer to witness the solemn street procession carrying the remains of the late Founding President, Dr. Sam Nujoma. While reporting for NewsOnOne on One Africa TV, correspondents Ketemba Tjipepa and Ellen Shihepo captured the emotions of those present in particular Chris Jacobie, an employee at Gondwana Collection: Last night's full bulletin is now on oneafrica.tv. Weeknights […]

February 28, 2025 29

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Founding Father Dr. Nujoma’s Final Procession underway in Windhoek

The ceremonial route procession for the late Founding President, Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, has commenced at 08:30 and will be until 12 midday today, passing through key landmarks in Windhoek. The route has begun at Sam Nujoma Drive, moving through Mandume Ndemufayo Road, David Hosea Meroro Road via Jan Jonker Street, Hendrick Witbooi Drive, Moses Garoeb Street, Winnie Madikizela Mandela Road, and Independence Avenue. Key stops include Soweto Market, Katutura […]

February 27, 2025 60

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Nation Gears Up for Nujoma’s Final Memorials and Burial

The nation is making final preparations to bid farewell to its Founding President, Dr. Sam Nujoma, with nationwide arrangements underway for his memorial service and state burial. As reported by Selma Taapopi and Envaalde Matheus from One Africa Tv's NewsOnOne, preparations in Windhoek have intensified at Independence Stadium and Heroes’ Acre, where key national events will take place. ENG TAAPOPI ON NUJOMA FINAL PREP

February 27, 2025 19

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||Kharas Pays Tribute to Founding Father

Residents of the ||Kharas Region are gathering today for the seventh regional memorial service honoring the late Founding President, Dr. Sam Nujoma. Governor Aletha Fredericks has urged the public to attend and bid farewell before his final resting on March 1st at Heroes’ Acre:

February 26, 2025 21

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Namunjebo Talks Capturing Sam Nujoma’s Charismatic Presence

Former state photographer Maria Namunjebo reflects on photographing the late President Sam Nujoma, describing him as effortless to capture due to his charismatic smile and strong presence. Speaking to One Africa TV NewsOnOne's Ketemba Tjipepa, Namunjebo shared her experiences working with Namibia’s founding leader. Namundjebo also relayed to Ketemba, how Dr. Nujoma paid for her studies in Pretoria to upgrade her photographic qualifications:

February 25, 2025 31

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Interview: Dr. Simasiku Mutumba Reflects on the Legacy of Dr. Sam Nujoma at UNAM

Dr. Simasiku Mutumba, a respected academic, has shared his reflections on the late Dr. Sam Nujoma's legacy at the University of Namibia (UNAM), ahead of the memorial service set for February 23, 2025, in the Zambezi region. Dr. Mutumba, who first met Dr. Nujoma in 1992 at UNAM’s inaugural graduation ceremony, described the founding president as a visionary leader committed to the advancement of education in Namibia. “As UNAM’s […]

February 21, 2025 184

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Nujoma’s Final Journey Begins Across The Country

The remains of Founding President Dr. Sam Nujoma departed Windhoek for a series of nationwide memorial services. Nujoma, who passed away on February 8 at the age of 95, will be laid to rest on March 1 at Heroes’ Acre outside the capital. Reporting for us is One Africa TV NewsOnOne's Willem Snyman: Catch last night's full bulletin on oneafrica.tv. Weeknights at 7 watch it on GoTv 84, DSTv 284 […]

February 21, 2025 35

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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 […]

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