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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•1 min saved

"Namibia Mourns President Hage Geingob's Passing at 82"

Namibian President Hage Geingob has passed away at the age of 82 while receiving medical treatment at a hospital in Windhoek. He had been undergoing treatment for cancer and had returned from the United States where he was part of a medical trial. Acting President Nangolo Mbumba has urged the nation to remain calm as the government makes state arrangements and preparations. Geingob had been in office since 2015 and was serving his second term as president.

via CNN|

#death #medical-treatment #namibia