Sam Nujoma

President Mbumba Extends Birthday Wishes to Visionary Ex-President

President Nangolo Mbumba celebrated former President Sam Nujoma's 95th birthday, hailing him as a visionary leader whose legacy transcends borders. Nujoma's commitment to liberation and foresight in shaping Namibia's future were highlighted by Mbumba, emphasizing his lifelong dedication to freedom and courage in the face of adversity. Mbumba reminisced on Nujoma's early years, noting his decision to leave South African Railways for politics as a testament to his unwavering determination […]

13 May, 2024

Namibia

Former Works and Transport Executive Director Warns Against Misusing Sam Nujoma’s Name in Swapo’s Succession Politics

Peter Mwatile, the former executive director of works and transport, has cautioned against the inappropriate use of founding president Sam Nujoma's name in Swapo's succession politics. Mwatile emphasized that Nujoma cannot endorse decisions that violate the party's constitution. This comes in response to concerns over the years about individuals close to the president exploiting Nujoma's name for political advantage. At a recent Swapo central committee meeting, a speech endorsed Vice […]

12 March, 2024

Namibia

Zambia to rename roads after Geingob and Nujoma

President of Zambia, Hakainde Hichilema said that a decision was taken to rename two of the roads after the late President Hage Geingob and Founding President Sam Nujoma. Hichilema revealed this during Geingob’s memorial service held on Saturday in Windhoek. “We as the people of Zambia have taken a decision to rename one of our critical roads after President Geingob,” he said, adding that another road will also be renamed […]

25 February, 2024

Namibia

Geingob was a unifier: Nujoma

Namibia’s late President, Dr Hage Geingob, will be remembered as a unifier as he embodied a politics of inclusivity. This is according to Namibia’s Founding President Sam Nujoma, who paid tribute to Geingob during Geingob’s State memorial service here on Saturday. Nujoma noted in a statement delivered on his behalf by Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila at the official public event that the outpouring of love from all over the world […]

24 February, 2024