Maria David FORMER Okapale fishermen hailed the late President Hage Geingob as a visionary leader who listened to every Namibian’s grievance. The fishermen held a candlelight vigil on Wednesday to honour the passing of President Geingob, who died nearly two weeks ago at the age of 82. Godfried Kuhanga, Chairperson of Okapale fishermen, said that...
The African Union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 5 recently convened a landmark planning retreat in Botswana. The retreat served as a pivotal moment to reflect on past achievements, review existing strategies, and pave the way for an impactful year ahead. Region 5, known for its leadership in sports innovation and excellence across Africa, seized this...
It was with profound sadness that I learnt of the death of president Hage Geingob, a distinguished scholar, a reputable administrator and a visionary leader, who also happened to be my neighbour at the farm at Otavi. When Geingob was appointed prime minister of Namibia after independence, as a young man, I followed him with...
The Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture issued a directive to all schools to hold memorial services in honour of the late Dr. Geingob. Hochland High School was one of those that responded promptly and organised a service on the school field. The service was held as per directive under two themes: President Geingob’s dedication...
Former Namibian president Hage Geingob died in Windhoek last Sunday at the age of 82, weeks after announcing that he had been diagnosed with cancer. Geingob’s vice-president, Nangolo Mbumba – also aged 82 – was immediately sworn-in as the country’s new leader. He will serve the last year of Geingob’s term in office, but will...
Maria David LATE Ambassador Hadino Hishongwa was described as a visionary and a man of wisdom during his memorial service held at Onekwaya West in the Ohangwena Region on Friday. Hishongwa, who died at the age of 80 after suffering from a short illness, was the oldest member of the youth league. President Hage Geingob,...
NDN Staffer JOHANNESBURG, Sept. 12 — Namibian President Hage Gottfried Geingob has earned recognition for his visionary leadership and proactive approach to advancing his country’s energy sector. The African Energy Chamber’s Board (AEC) will present him with the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award at African Energy Week 2023 in Cape Town, acknowledging his remarkable contributions to...