Last night, the first official memorial service for Dr. Sam Nujoma took place at his home in Windhoek. Family, friends, and dignitaries gathered to honor his remarkable life and contributions to Namibia. The service highlighted the experiences of veterans, taking the audience on a nostalgic journey through Namibia’s history. Prof. Peter Katjavivi, Speaker of the […]
Freedom fighter Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma also valued his spirituality. Bishop Emeritus Johannes Sindano, a church elder, spoke to nbc news about how Nujoma’s faith impacted his fellow soldiers. “Sam Shafiishuna is a full member of our church, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia. We thank God for this special freedom fighter. We also owe gratitude […]
The former Governor of the ||Kharas Region, Lucia Basson, has called on the Namibian nation to unite in honouring Founding President Dr. Sam Nujoma’s legacy of fostering peace, unity and stability in the country. Speaking to nbc News, the former Governor described the Founding President as a fearless freedom fighter, who played a central role […]
Namibia’s former representative to South Africa, Joshua ||Hoëbeb, recalled the belief the late Founding President, Sam Nujoma, had in the capabilities of every Swapo leader in the process of nation-building. nbc News’ Blanche Goreses caught up with the retired politician after he paid his last respects to the fallen Namibian leader at the Nujoma family […]
The Chairperson of the National Council, Lukas Muha, described the loss of Namibia’s Founding President, Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, as a heavy blow to the nation. He made these remarks at a candle-lighting ceremony held in honour of Dr. Nujoma, the first President of Namibia and the Father of the Nation, at the National Council. […]
South Africa’s former President, Thabo Mbeki has hailed the fundamental role of the late Founding President Sam Nujoma in defining relations between the two countries, remembering him as a straight-talker. Mbeki reflected on the life of Nujoma during an interview with the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC). Mbeki said Namibia-South Africa relations are anchored on […]
Namibia’s former First Lady, Penexupifo Pohamba, has thanked the late Dr. Nujoma for his contribution and unparalleled leadership skills that have brought Namibia to where it is. The former First Lady says that even though she and the rest of Namibians are saddened by his death, Namibians should be grateful that he lived until 95 […]
Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba says he was not surprised at the passing of Namibia’s Founding President, Sam Nujoma, recalling a recent hospital visit where Nujoma’s health appeared frail. Pohamba said during their last meeting, they were unable to converse as they usually did, which had become a cherished routine over the years. The nbc News […]
The Chairperson of the National Council, Lukas Muha, has described the death of Namibia’s founding president, Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, as a profound loss for the nation. Muha made these remarks during a candle-lighting ceremony held in honor of Nujoma, Namibia’s first president, at the National Council. Reflecting on Nujoma’s legacy, Muha highlighted the late […]
SBM Offshore Africa, a Dutch company specializing in the design, construction, and operation of floating production, storage, and offloading vessels for the oil and gas industry, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Petroleum Training and Education Fund (PETROFUND) in the capital. The collaboration aims to strengthen local capacity in the country’s growing […]
