Nujoma’s departure signifies end of an era

NAMPA

2025-02-09

WINDHOEK - President Hage Geingob has paid homage to former President Sam Nujoma in honour of his 94th birthday, saying he played a towering role in uniting Namibians in their march for a stable and prosperous Namibia. (Photo: Contributed)

WINDHOEK, 09 FEB (NAMPA) – Founding President Sam Nujoma died close to midnight in the Lady Pohamba Private Hospital in Windhoek on Saturday.
The announcement of his death was made by President Nangolo Mbumba on NBC TV in the early hours of Sunday.
The 95-year-old Founding President was admitted to the hospital three weeks ago.
Nujoma was born at Etunda in the Omusati Region on 12 May 1929.
He led Swapo since its formation in 1960. After 29 yea...

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