Sam Nujoma, the first president of Namibia and a key figure in the country’s fight for independence, has died at the age of 95.
First President of Namibia, Sam Nujoma, Passes Away at 95
First President of Namibia, Sam Nujoma, Passes Away at 95
Sam Nujoma, pivotal in Namibia's liberation movement, dies in Windhoek.
In a statement released today, Namibian President Nangolo Mbumba announced the passing of Sam Nujoma in Windhoek, expressing profound sorrow over the loss of the nation’s founding father. Nujoma, who co-founded the South West Peoples' Organisation (Swapo) in 1960, played an instrumental role in leading Namibia to independence from South African rule in 1990.
Nujoma’s presidency began thereafter, a period during which he served until 2005, deeply influencing the nation’s trajectory. President Mbumba noted that the revered leader had been hospitalized for the past three weeks and succumbed to an illness he could not overcome.
“He inspired us to rise to our feet and to become masters of this vast land of our ancestors,” Mbumba stated, reflecting on Nujoma's dedication to his country and its people. He also acknowledged the long and consequential life the former president led, praising his exceptional service.
Having retired from the presidency in 2005, Nujoma continued to guide Swapo until 2007, marking nearly half a century of leadership within the party. His legacy is expected to resonate as Namibia reflects on its journey towards freedom and self-governance.
Nujoma’s presidency began thereafter, a period during which he served until 2005, deeply influencing the nation’s trajectory. President Mbumba noted that the revered leader had been hospitalized for the past three weeks and succumbed to an illness he could not overcome.
“He inspired us to rise to our feet and to become masters of this vast land of our ancestors,” Mbumba stated, reflecting on Nujoma's dedication to his country and its people. He also acknowledged the long and consequential life the former president led, praising his exceptional service.
Having retired from the presidency in 2005, Nujoma continued to guide Swapo until 2007, marking nearly half a century of leadership within the party. His legacy is expected to resonate as Namibia reflects on its journey towards freedom and self-governance.
