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"Namibia Mourns: President Geingob Laid to Rest Amid Global Support"

Namibia held a state funeral for late President Hage Geingob, who was interred at Heroes' Acre amid a surge in patriotism following his death from cancer at the age of 82. His widow wept as his casket was lowered into his grave, and his funeral marked the culmination of three weeks of mourning, with thousands of people from across the political divide coming together to mourn. Germany's President Frank-Walter Steinmeier called for an apology for Germany's colonial atrocities in Namibia, acknowledging the genocide of more than 70,000 Herero and Nama people between 1904 and 1908.

via BBC.com|

#funeral #germany #hage-geingob

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Namibia's Interim President Denies Running in Upcoming Election as Hage Geingob Passes Away"

Nangolo Mbumba, who has taken over as interim president of Namibia following Hage Geingob's death, has stated that he has no intention of running in the upcoming elections. This means that Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the current vice president and SWAPO's candidate, will remain on the ballot and could become Namibia's first female president if elected. Mbumba emphasized that he only ever aspired to be a school principal and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve as president. Namibia is also making strides in green energy, aiming to become a leader in the global green economy.

via Reuters|

#elections #green-energy #hage-geingob

obituary2 years ago•2 min saved

"Namibia Mourns as President Hage Geingob Passes Away at 82 After Cancer Battle"

Namibian President Hage Geingob, 82, passed away after battling cancer. He had been receiving treatment in Windhoek and had traveled to the United States for a novel cancer treatment. Geingob, a key figure in Namibia's liberation from colonialism and apartheid, had been in office since 2015. His party, SWAPO, is set to nominate Deputy Prime Minister Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as its presidential candidate for the upcoming elections. Geingob's death has prompted tributes from leaders across Africa, and he leaves behind a legacy of advocating for his country's history and resources.

via The Washington Post|

#cancer #hage-geingob #namibia

obituary2 years ago•2 min saved

"Namibia Mourns the Passing of President Hage Geingob at 82"

Namibia's president and anti-apartheid activist Hage Geingob, who played a central role in the country's stability and democracy, has died at 82 while receiving cancer treatment. His deputy, Vice President Nangolo Mbumba, has been sworn in as acting president to complete the remaining term until elections in November. Geingob, who had been president since 2015, was known for his firm advocacy of Africa's agenda in world affairs and for maintaining close relations with various countries. Leaders from around the world, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, have sent condolences, praising Geingob's contributions.

via ABC News|

#anti-apartheid-activist #cancer #hage-geingob

world2 years ago•3 min saved

"Namibian President Hage Geingob Passes Away at 82"

Namibian President Hage Geingob, known for his anti-apartheid activism and leadership, has passed away at the age of 82 while receiving medical treatment. Geingob, who had been undergoing treatment for cancer, was set to finish his second term in office this year. As a key figure in Namibia's history, he spent decades in exile as an anti-apartheid activist before returning to serve as the country's first prime minister and later as president. His passing has prompted condolences from African leaders, and the country will soon hold an election to choose a new leader.

via CBS News|

#africa #death #hage-geingob

obituary2 years ago•2 min saved

"Namibian President Hage Geingob Passes Away at 82 After Cancer Treatment"

Hage Geingob, Namibia's President and a key figure in the country's struggle for independence, has passed away at the age of 82. He served as Namibia's first prime minister after independence and later as president. Geingob played a crucial role in steering the country out of the apartheid era and was known for overseeing the drafting of Namibia's new Constitution. His governing SWAPO party has chosen Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as its prime minister candidate for the upcoming election, potentially making her the country's first female president.

via The New York Times|

#hage-geingob #independence #namibia

obituary2 years ago•1 min saved

"Namibia Mourns the Passing of President Hage Geingob at 82"

Namibian President Hage Geingob has passed away at 82 after undergoing treatment for cancer. Known as a liberation struggle icon and the chief architect of Namibia's constitution, Geingob had a history of health issues, including surviving prostate cancer and undergoing aortic surgery. His death comes less than three weeks after the announcement of his cancer treatment. Namibia, set to hold elections in November, will see its first female head of state if the ruling SWAPO Party's presidential candidate, Nandi-Ndaitwah, is elected.

via Al Jazeera English|

#cancer #hage-geingob #legacy

obituary2 years ago•1 min saved

"Namibia Mourns: President Hage Geingob Passes Away at 82"

Namibia's President Hage Geingob has passed away at the age of 82 while receiving medical treatment for cancer. He had revealed his diagnosis last month and was set to travel to the US for treatment. Vice-President Nangolo Mbumba announced his death, and the country is due to hold elections in November, with the governing Swapo party choosing Mrs Nandi-Ndaitwah as its presidential candidate.

via BBC.com|

#cancer #hage-geingob #legacy