Day: February 4, 2024

WINDHOEK: The Presidency has announced that President Hage Geingob died in a Windhoek hospital at 00h04 on Sunday. More to follow.

Source: The Namibia Press Agency

WINDHOEK: A new Namibian Head of State will be sworn in on Sunday afternoon to replace the late President Hage Geingob, who passed away in the early hours of the morning, Vice President Nangolo Mbumba has announced.

Mbumba who is the current Acting President of Namibia, revealed this to the media at State House following an urgent Cabinet meeting on Sunday.

‘The Cabinet has decided that the position of president cannot remain vacant. At 14h00 in the Banquet Hall, somebody will be sworn in as the president,’ Mbumba said without revealing the Cabinet choice of the next country leader.

He added that a high-level Cabinet committee has also been set up to start the funeral arrangements for the president, who died at Lady Pohamba Hospital in Windhoek. The committee, comprised of Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila and other senior ministers, will work with the National Honours Advisory Committee for the funeral arrangements.

‘We created a committee to prepare for all arrangements that need to be done befo
re our President, Dr Hage Geingob, is given his rightful place in the annals of the heroes of Namibia. That committee, consisting of the prime minister, deputy prime minister, and other ministers, will work together with the committee that usually organises these events, which is chaired by the Secretary to Cabinet. This is the highest level of funeral we ever have in the Republic of Namibia,’ Mbumba explained.

Source: The Namibia Press Agency

OSHAKATI: Omusati Regional Governor Erginus Endjala has expressed his condolences to the First Lady of Namibia, Monica Geingos on the passing of President Hage Geingob on Sunday.jala in an interview with Nampa on Sunday on behalf of the Omusati Region said they join the rest of the country in sending their condolences to the family and all Namibians.

‘The news of President Geingob’s death came as a shock, but as human beings we have to accept and understand that the same God who gave us the president was the one who took him away. We can only console ourselves and continue performing our normal duties for the better of our country,’ he said.jala also cautioned the public to refrain from provocative comments that may trigger disunity among Namibians.

Further he said the late president gave them a responsibility to be transparent and inform the public about their health, noting this serves as a good example that they should emulate as leaders.jala also called upon the inhabitants of his region and the rest of
the country to remain calm during this time of mourning and follow the protocols that the Acting President Nangolo Mbumba will set forth.

Source: The Namibia Press Agency

WINDHOEK: Former Vice President Nangolo Mbumba has been sworn in as the President of the Republic of Namibia, following the sudden death of President Hage Geingob early on Sunday. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has been appointed as Vice President.

Source: The Namibia Press Agency

OPUWO: Namibia’s sports fraternity has joined the rest of the country in mourning the loss of President Hage Gottfried Geingob, expressing their condolences to the great leader and sports enthusiast who died Sunday morning in Windhoek.

Sports federations and association stakeholders including veteran sports journalists, have expressed their feelings and spoke of his strong support for the development of sports in the country, particularly football, rugby and cricket, where he encouraged people to work hard in all sectors for the benefit of themselves and the country as a whole.

The president died at the age of 82 while undergoing medical care at a hospital in the capital, Windhoek.

Geingob, a veteran of the country’s independence struggle, was diagnosed with cancer and announced the news to the public last month.

Interim secretary general of the Namibia Football Association, Jochen Traut, told Nampa in an interview on Sunday that Geingob’s death has saddened sports fans in the country, particularly footba
ll fans, of which he was a patron for over 20 years, describing him as the country’s number one supporter of sporting activities. Traut further stated that the football mother body intends to keep the Dr Hage Geingob Cup alive in his memory.

‘Geingob was the most ardent fan of the Namibian national football team in the local sporting society,’ said Traut.

Following the president’s death, the NFA declared the immediate stoppage of all football events in the country until further notice.

President of Cricket Namibia, Dr Rudie van Vuuren also spoke with Nampa. He was the late President Geingob’s personal physician.

Van Vuuren characterised Geingob as a remarkable man who was unfailingly supportive of national sports.

According to Van Vuuren, Namibian sport lost an icon in Geingob, whose legacy is tremendous and should be preserved, notably through the Dr Hage Geingob Cup.

He went on to say that Geingob was a delightful man, and as his doctor for over 15 years, the death came as a shock and a big loss.

Vet
eran sports journalist Carlos Kambaekwa mirrored Van Vuuren’s comments, saying that Geingob was more than just Namibia football’s patron; he was a father figure to him.

‘He did a lot for Namibian sports, even during his times as minister,’ he stated.

Kambaekwa described Geingob as an outstanding man who encouraged him to create a book about Namibian football history, saying he will sadly now not be around to see this desire and legacy fulfilled.

Source: The Namibia Press Agency

OSHAKATI: Oshana Governor Elia Irimari has said President Hage Geingob was not only a visionary leader, but also a compassionate and dedicated Statesman who worked tirelessly for the betterment of Namibia and its people.

Irimari made the remarks on Sunday, saying Geingob’s profound impact on Namibia will be remembered forever.

The Head of State died in the intensive care unit of a hospital in Windhoek early on Sunday. He returned from the United States of America on Wednesday after having undergone specialised cancer treatment.

Irimari said the people of Oshana share in the immense sadness and grief that this loss has brought upon the entire nation.

‘President Geingob’s legacy will continue to inspire generations to come, from his efforts in promoting social and economic development to his commitment to fostering unity and inclusivity,’ Irimari said.

He added that during this difficult time, they offer their support and condolences to First Lady Monica Geingos and the entire Geingob family, as well as to
all Namibians.

‘May we all find solace and strength in the memories and achievements of His Excellency, and may his spirit guide us as we continue to strive for progress and unity,’ he concluded.

Source: The Namibia Press Agency

OSHAKATI: Oshana Governor Elia Irimari has said President Hage Geingob was not only a visionary leader, but also a compassionate and dedicated Statesman who worked tirelessly for the betterment of Namibia and its people.

Irimari made the remarks on Sunday, saying Geingob’s profound impact on Namibia will be remembered forever.

The Head of State died in the intensive care unit of a hospital in Windhoek early on Sunday. He returned from the United States of America on Wednesday after having undergone specialised cancer treatment.

Irimari said the people of Oshana share in the immense sadness and grief that this loss has brought upon the entire nation.

‘President Geingob’s legacy will continue to inspire generations to come, from his efforts in promoting social and economic development to his commitment to fostering unity and inclusivity,’ Irimari said.

He added that during this difficult time, they offer their support and condolences to First Lady Monica Geingos and the entire Geingob family, as well as to
all Namibians.

‘May we all find solace and strength in the memories and achievements of His Excellency, and may his spirit guide us as we continue to strive for progress and unity,’ he concluded.

Source: The Namibia Press Agency

KEETMANSHOOP: Kharas Region Governor, Aletha Frederick has expressed her condolences to the First Lady, Monica Geingos, children, family and the entire country on the passing on of President Hage Geingob.

Geingob died at 00h04 on Sunday at the Lady Pohamba Private Hospital in Windhoek.

Speaking from Keetmanshoop on Sunday, Frederick called on the inhabitants of the region to join her in expressing their deepest condolences and solidarity to Monica Geingos and the entire Geingob family.

‘May you find strength and comfort in the love and support of those around you as you navigate through this profound loss. May his soul rest in peace. On behalf of the citizens of ||Kharas Region, I offer our deepest sympathies and support during this difficult time,’ she said.

Frederick said Geingob was a remarkable leader who dedicated his life to serving the nation with unwavering commitment and passion, adding that his visionary leadership and tireless efforts have left an indelible mark on the country and its people.

‘His legacy will continue to inspire us all as we strive to uphold the values and principles he stood for. As we mourn the loss of a great statesman, we also celebrate his extraordinary contributions to our nation’s progress and development. His legacy will forever be remembered and his impact will be felt for generations to come,’ said Frederick.

Meanwhile local pastor Zezito Epifanio also shared a message of condolences to the family of the late president and called on Namibians to unite and pray for the leaders and the country in the darkest moment.

‘Our prayers go to his wife, his children and the whole Cabinet, we pray for God’s grace and love. We are experiencing the darkest moment in the history of our country to lose our president, someone that is loved, honoured and appreciated by many and not just in Namibia. It is a great loss, we all feel the pain and the loss. As the church we pray for calmness through the transition of the new president and Cabinet, we pray for wisdom so we depend on God on th
e decisions that will be made,’ said the pastor.

Source: The Namibia Press Agency

KEETMANSHOOP: Kharas Region Governor, Aletha Frederick has expressed her condolences to the First Lady, Monica Geingos, children, family and the entire country on the passing on of President Hage Geingob.

Geingob died at 00h04 on Sunday at the Lady Pohamba Private Hospital in Windhoek.

Speaking from Keetmanshoop on Sunday, Frederick called on the inhabitants of the region to join her in expressing their deepest condolences and solidarity to Monica Geingos and the entire Geingob family.

‘May you find strength and comfort in the love and support of those around you as you navigate through this profound loss. May his soul rest in peace. On behalf of the citizens of ||Kharas Region, I offer our deepest sympathies and support during this difficult time,’ she said.

Frederick said Geingob was a remarkable leader who dedicated his life to serving the nation with unwavering commitment and passion, adding that his visionary leadership and tireless efforts have left an indelible mark on the country and its people.

‘His legacy will continue to inspire us all as we strive to uphold the values and principles he stood for. As we mourn the loss of a great statesman, we also celebrate his extraordinary contributions to our nation’s progress and development. His legacy will forever be remembered and his impact will be felt for generations to come,’ said Frederick.

Meanwhile local pastor Zezito Epifanio also shared a message of condolences to the family of the late president and called on Namibians to unite and pray for the leaders and the country in the darkest moment.

‘Our prayers go to his wife, his children and the whole Cabinet, we pray for God’s grace and love. We are experiencing the darkest moment in the history of our country to lose our president, someone that is loved, honoured and appreciated by many and not just in Namibia. It is a great loss, we all feel the pain and the loss. As the church we pray for calmness through the transition of the new president and Cabinet, we pray for wisdom so we depend on God on th
e decisions that will be made,’ said the pastor.

Source: The Namibia Press Agency

WINDHOEK: The Inner City Lutheran Church in Windhoek, which President Hage Geingob was a member of, has urged the public to mourn peacefully and uphold the former president’s humility.

Geingob, 82, passed away in Windhoek early Sunday morning due to complications from cancer.

Urbanus Dax, chairperson of the congregation, in an interview with Nampa on Sunday said Geingob has been attending the church ‘for over 30 years as a humble servant.’ He said the public should emulate Geingob’s humbleness by letting peace prevail while mourning him.

‘Our president, a Christian who paid his dues like any other person, was a humble individual,’ he remarked.

Dax said Geingob’s death is a significant loss to the congregation as he was a committed participant in church activities and lived an exemplary Christian lifestyle.

‘We want to let him go and soar high like an eagle. His usual spot will always remind us of him,’ said church founding member Nashilongo Shivute.

Parishioners at Inner City Lutheran Church paid tribut
e to Geingob during Sunday’s service, and the seat he usually occupied was left empty in remembrance.

Source: The Namibia Press Agency

WINDHOEK: The Inner City Lutheran Church in Windhoek, which President Hage Geingob was a member of, has urged the public to mourn peacefully and uphold the former president’s humility.

Geingob, 82, passed away in Windhoek early Sunday morning due to complications from cancer.

Urbanus Dax, chairperson of the congregation, in an interview with Nampa on Sunday said Geingob has been attending the church ‘for over 30 years as a humble servant.’ He said the public should emulate Geingob’s humbleness by letting peace prevail while mourning him.

‘Our president, a Christian who paid his dues like any other person, was a humble individual,’ he remarked.

Dax said Geingob’s death is a significant loss to the congregation as he was a committed participant in church activities and lived an exemplary Christian lifestyle.

‘We want to let him go and soar high like an eagle. His usual spot will always remind us of him,’ said church founding member Nashilongo Shivute.

Parishioners at Inner City Lutheran Church paid tribut
e to Geingob during Sunday’s service, and the seat he usually occupied was left empty in remembrance.

Source: The Namibia Press Agency

SWAKOPMUND: Erongo Region Governor Neville Andre Itope has called on the Namibian nation to continue the late President Hage Geingob’s legacy of not leaving anyone behind, as the nation mourns his passing.

In an interview with Nampa on Sunday, Itope, who highlighted President Geingob’s contribution towards the country’s independence and development over the years, said his passing is not only a great loss to his family but to the entire nation.

‘We are called upon as the Namibian nation during this sad time to stay united and strong as well as to continue his legacy and also to ensure a Namibian house which he has always affectionately been preaching for,’ he expressed.

Itope further called on Namibians to learn from the late president’s teachings, regardless of tribe, race and political differences.

‘President Geingob has also established a system that enables us to rely on institutions, therefore we should get the confidence in this system and continue this legacy.’

The governor commended the president
for his major contributions to the establishment of sectors such as green hydrogen, among others, which currently hold the potential of creating financial stability for Namibia.

‘We therefore need to work hard to ensure that these industries that were discovered during his leadership continue to grow and benefit the Namibian nation, as this would have been his wish,’ Itope expressed.

President Geingob passed away in a Windhoek hospital during the early morning hours of Sunday, where he was admitted in intensive care following his return from the United States of America where he had gone for treatment.

Source: The Namibia Press Agency

WINDHOEK: The late President Hage Geingob’s temporary family spokesperson, local lawyer Sisa Namandje, has acknowledged the efforts of the medical team who attended to the president until his passing.

Recognising the medical team of four doctors at the late president’s residence in Windhoek on Sunday, Namandje said the family is exceptionally happy with what the medical team had been doing in the last weeks until Geingob’s passing.

Geingob, 82, passed away in Windhoek early Sunday morning due to complications from cancer.

‘We are exceptionally happy with what you have been doing in the last two weeks… I saw you work hard yesterday, we saw you trying to do everything you could do in your power, ability, and expertise,’ he said.

Namandje noted that the medical team had been attending to the president until his recent trip to the United States of America, where he had undergone medical treatment.

‘We will forever be indebted to you for the efforts you have been making. It has been a difficult period, you tr
avelled with the president, had a few hours with your families and you tried everything. But with every medical condition, there are only two ways,’ he noted.

Geingob returned to Namibia on Wednesday after receiving specialised cancer treatment in the United States. Geingob last month informed the nation that cancerous cells were detected in his body by his medical team.

The Presidency then on 24 January said Geingob travelled to the United States on invitation by leading scientists and medical professionals in Los Angeles to undergo novel therapy for cancerous cells.

Namandje further noted that while the government prepares Geingob’s State funeral arrangements, evening devotions will be held daily at 18h00 at the Geingob residence in Windhoek.

Source: The Namibia Press Agency

WINDHOEK: Daily evening devotions will be held at the residence of the late President Hage Geingob in Windhoek, local lawyer and family spokesperson Sisa Namandje has announced.

Speaking to mourners at the Geingob residence on Sunday, Namandje said it is not yet clear how long the daily devotions will be conducted for as the government is yet to pronounce itself on the funeral proceedings.

‘He always enjoyed having a lot of people in his house… There’s always a new group of people in this house,’ Namandje added.

The evening devotions will take place at 18h00 every day until the president is laid to rest.

Namandje said the late president always encouraged the building of the Namibian house, hence mourners from all walks of life, including from opposition parties, started gathering at the late president’s home to pay their respects.

‘There is a constitutional transition because of the vacancy created by this situation… but you don’t see army or police road blocks on the street because there’s not any dange
r. Everybody is rallying behind the family,’ Namandje said.

Geingob died in a Windhoek hospital early on Sunday. He had returned to Namibia on Wednesday after receiving cancer treatment in the United States of America.

Source: The Namibia Press Agency

WINDHOEK: Daily evening devotions will be held at the residence of the late President Hage Geingob in Windhoek, local lawyer and family spokesperson Sisa Namandje has announced.

Speaking to mourners at the Geingob residence on Sunday, Namandje said it is not yet clear how long the daily devotions will be conducted for as the government is yet to pronounce itself on the funeral proceedings.

‘He always enjoyed having a lot of people in his house… There’s always a new group of people in this house,’ Namandje added.

The evening devotions will take place at 18h00 every day until the president is laid to rest.

Namandje said the late president always encouraged the building of the Namibian house, hence mourners from all walks of life, including from opposition parties, started gathering at the late president’s home to pay their respects.

‘There is a constitutional transition because of the vacancy created by this situation… but you don’t see army or police road blocks on the street because there’s not any dange
r. Everybody is rallying behind the family,’ Namandje said.

Geingob died in a Windhoek hospital early on Sunday. He had returned to Namibia on Wednesday after receiving cancer treatment in the United States of America.

Source: The Namibia Press Agency