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23 Feb

Geingob leaves State Account in positive position- Shivute

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Martin Endjala Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) Commissioner Sam Shivute, said that the late President Hage Geingob has left the state account in a positive position with billions of dollars, compared to how he found it. Shivute who this week paid tribute to the statesman, said there was a time in the past when the State account used to be in overdraft, but now with improved revenue collection and a call for prudent spending, the situation has improved a lot. “President Geingob was faced with the difficult task of improving the fiscal position through fiscal consolidation by cutting unnecessary spending, however,…

22 Feb

US President sends high-level delegation to attend Geingob’s funeral

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Niël Terblanché In a gesture of solidarity and respect, President Joe Biden has announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to attend President Hage Geingob’s State Funeral in Windhoek. According to a statement released by the White House, the Secretary of the United States Department of the Interior, Deb Haaland, will lead the delegation, accompanied by Randy Berry, the Ambassador of the United States to the Republic of Namibia; Enoh T. Ebong, Director of the United States Trade and Development Agency; Mala Adiga, Deputy Assistant to the President and Director of Policy and Projects for the First Lady; and Paula…

21 Feb

World leaders will gather for President Geingob’s final farewell

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Niël Terblanché In a sincere display of international solidarity and respect, leaders from at least 27 countries are set to converge in Namibia for the final memorial and state funeral services of the late President Hage Geingob. The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, announced that the ceremony will see an unprecedented gathering of 18 Heads of State, alongside Prime Ministers, Speakers, and Ambassadors at Large, reflecting the global impact of President Geingob’s legacy. As the capital city braces for the influx of dignitaries, the government has issued a call to road users to observe traffic regulations, ensuring…

20 Feb

Business community pays homage to Geingob

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Martin Endjala In a unified voice, the Business community yesterday paid tribute to the late President Hage Geingob, describing him as a man of inclusivity and shared prosperity during a memorial service at Casa Rosalia. Ohlthaver & List Group, Chairman Sven Thieme, recalled his first encounter with Geingob at the opening of Mokuti Lodge, when he was the Prime Minister, marking the beginning of a relationship that would evolve into a deep and enduring friendship. “This bond extended through to the establishment of landmarks like the Wernhil mall, Namibia's first shopping mall, reflecting our confidence in the nation's leadership and…

20 Feb

Namibia must remain united and peaceful – Mbumba and Katjavivi urge

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Niël Terblanché In an emotional tribute to President Hage Geingob, close friends and political allies President Nangolo Mbumba and Speaker of the National Assembly, Professor Peter Katjavivi have opened up about their deep connections with the leader whose passing has plunged the nation into mourning. In an exclusive interview with the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation, the duo shared memories of their longstanding friendship with Dr Geingob, dating back to their shared experiences during the struggle for Namibia’s liberation. Born in the same year, 1941, the trio shared not just a birth year but a vision for Namibia that saw them through…

19 Feb

Mbumba’s presidency sparks constitutional debate

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Stefanus Nashama The recent swearing-in of Nangolo Mbumba as Namibia’s fourth President, following the death of former President Hage Geingob, has ignited a widespread debate concerning the constitutional grounds of his presidency. The ceremony, which also saw Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah sworn in as Vice President, has drawn both legal scrutiny and public discourse. Critics argue that Mbumba’s ascension to the presidency was not in full alignment with the Namibian Constitution, contending that Chief Justice Peter Shivute may have exceeded his constitutional mandate. Public opinion is divided, with some suggesting that Mbumba should have continued in his role as Vice President and…

16 Feb

Geingob was a gift that kept on giving – Ndjaronguru

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe Commissioner Johan Ndjaronguru, who served as President Hage Geingob’s bodyguard for about 22 years, said the former head of state was extremely generous, not only with money but also by loving and availing himself to everyone. Ndjaronguru made these remarks at the Windhoek Showground during a memorial service for the late Head of State. He said Geingob had a soft heart which made him vulnerable, something that is not often associated with leadership, and it exposed him to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either verbally or emotionally. “He allowed himself to the possibility of being attacked,…

15 Feb

He was not the Geingob I knew when I visited him in his last days – Kapofi

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Stefanus Nashama Frans Kapofi, the Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs, says he was shaken and distressed when he visited President Hage Geingob in his last days because the Head of State was not the comrade he had known for years. “In his last days, I had the privilege to visit him and we spent about two hours discussing all sorts of things while watching his favourite sport, football. When I left, I was a bit shaken because this was not the comrade Geingob I had gotten to know,” said Kapofi. The minister was speaking at the memorial service of…

14 Feb

President demands accountability from cabinet

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Martin Endjala Following the passing of President Hage Geingob a week ago, President Nangolo Mbumba has demanded accountability from cabinet ministers while urging them to ensure that they carry out their duties and deliver services to the people. He said that he is cognizant of the fact that it is a difficult time for the cabinet and the entire nation, however, they must remain strong and forge ahead without faltering, adding that this is what the late President would have wanted them to do. “As we commence with the work of Cabinet, we should be mindful that the people of…

13 Feb

PM distraught at news of Geingob’s death

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Niël Terblanché In a solemn revelation that has touched the hearts of many Namibians, Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila shared intimate details of her understanding of President Hage Geingob’s health before his passing, stating that she was aware that he was very sick. President Geingob, a revered figure in Namibia and beyond for his contributions to the nation’s stability and development, had been undergoing treatment for cancer at the time of his passing. The Namibian Presidency had previously disclosed Geingob’s battle with cancerous cells discovered during a routine medical examination. Despite his health challenges, Geingob’s dedication to his presidential duties remained…