David Namalenga, Managing Director and owner of Dinapama, praised the late Founding President Sam Nujoma as a man whose contributions to Namibia’s economic development are “unmatched” during a memorial service held in his honor.

“We are gathered here to pay tribute to the ‘unmatched man’ Sam Shafishuna Nujoma. If there is a word that falls short, it is the word of appreciation to fully describe him. We can not do justice to his legacy; all we can say is thank you, and that is the simplest expression we have.”

At the memorial service at Dinapama, mourners honoured Nujoma with heartfelt poetry readings and soulful choir performances, creating a touching atmosphere of remembrance and respect.

Namalenga emphasized the late leader’s pivotal role in empowering Namibians through Vision 2030, which contributed significantly to socio-economic development under Nujoma’s guidance.

“In response to Vision 2030, Dinapama Manufacturing and Supplies was established in 2009 to further social and economic development. This vision, presented to the cabinet by the Founding President in January 1998, laid the foundation for Dinapama’s creation.”

The Managing Director highlighted the company’s global partnerships that have enhanced Namibia’s standing in the international economic arena. 

Dinapama has collaborated with countries such as China, Indonesia, South Africa, Taiwan, Cuba, and India, providing employees with valuable opportunities to gain experience and expertise abroad.

“This collaboration is driven by the founding President’s vision, which emphasized that we cannot exist in isolation; the world is interconnected. We must participate, work together, and create synergy to build our nation for our people, and that is exactly what we are doing.”

Addressing the employees, Namalenga referred to them as the “soldiers” in the economic battle, drawing parallels between Namibia’s struggle for political freedom and its ongoing quest for economic empowerment.

He reminded them that Sam Nujoma fought tirelessly to liberate the country from oppression, paving the way for economic independence and industrial growth, adding that the struggle continues until the nation achieves full economic liberation