President Hage Geingob

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World

UN chief pays tribute to late President Hage Geingob

United Nations Secretary-General has paid tribute to late President Hage Geingob during the Wednesday of the UN General Assembly’s 55th plenary meeting’s 78th session. The 82-year-old died in hospital in the early hours of Sunday morning, weeks after he was diagnosed with cancer. Antonio Guterres called Geingob a respected and principled statesman who dedicated his life to serving and developing his country. The UN chief called Geingob a prominent anti-apartheid […]

today8 February, 2024

Lifestyle

Geingob’s Transparency Helps to Break Stigma Regarding Men’s Health

By Vitalio Angula When the Presidency issued a press release two weeks ago regarding President Geingob being diagnosed with “cancerous cells” it sent shock waves amongst citizens, the media and political commentators alike. In a country were machismo is still deeply rooted in the culture of what a man ought to be, certain sectors of society applauded Geingob for his transparency regarding his health and took it as a reassurance […]

today29 January, 2024

Namibia

President Geingob criticises Germany’s support for Israel

Namibia has criticized Germany for rejecting a case at the UN's top court that accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza. President Hage Geingob urged Germany to reconsider its intervention in defense and questioned its moral commitment to the UN Convention against genocide. We asked local Political Analyst Rakkel Andreas for her opinion.

today15 January, 2024