Hertta-Maria Amutenja
The Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation (MIRCO) has stated that it is awaiting the outcome of an investigation by the relevant authorities into the death of the son of Namibia’s ambassador to Cuba, Samuel Goagoseb.
The case involves allegations that the ambassador’s son, Enrico Nerongo, fatally stabbed his younger brother during an altercation at the diplomatic residence in Havana.
Bertha Amakali, director of information and research at MIRCO, confirmed that the ministry’s actions regarding the incident would be guided by the investigation’s findings and in line with ministerial policies and procedures.
“The ministry’s action in relation to the incident will be based on the findings, supported by ministerial policies and procedures,” she said.
However, Amakali did not provide clarity on whether Nerongo would be extradited to Namibia to face trial, leaving questions about the legal proceedings unanswered.
She declined to provide further details, stating that family-related matters, such as the burial, fall outside the ministry’s jurisdiction and should be addressed by the family.
The Inspector General of the Namibian Police, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo confirmed that the case falls under MIRCO’s jurisdiction, with the police relying on the ministry to address matters related to the ambassador and his family.
Goagoseb previously cast doubt on the allegations against his son, suggesting that a third person known to be violent was present during the incident.
He expressed the family’s disbelief in the accused’s ability to commit such an act and highlighted their reliance on legal frameworks to resolve the matter.
The case has also attracted international attention, with reports suggesting that Cuban authorities considered deporting Nerongo to Namibia.
Neither the ministry nor Nampol have officially confirmed the extradition plans.
Efforts to obtain further comments from Goagoseb were unsuccessful at the time of publication.
