Namibia laments the death of its founding father, Sam Nujoma, who died on February 9 at the age of 95. The erstwhile guerrilla commander and first President of Namibia was instrumental in guiding the nation to independence from South African domination in 1990. His image as a freedom fighter, statesman, and visionary leader is etched deep into the country’s history.
He was accorded a state funeral, with dignitaries, world leaders, and thousands of Namibians attending to pay their respects. President Hage Geingob presided over the tributes, referring to Nujoma as the “architect of Namibia’s freedom”, hailing his unshakeable commitment to the struggle for liberation.
Throughout his 1990-2005 presidency, Nujoma concentrated on nation-building, economic development, and reconciliation, laying the groundwork for Namibia’s advancement. His reach was beyond Namibia’s borders, as he gained respect as a Pan-African leader who advocated for unity and self-determination.
As the country buries its much-loved leader, eulogies keep flowing in from far and wide. The Namibian nation pledges to keep his vision alive, sustaining his vision of a prosperous and harmonious Namibia.
