Namibia's President Hage Geingob dies aged 82 years

Namibia’s President Hage Geingob died on Sunday February 4, 2024 at the age of 82 years.

His death was announced in a statement by the government of Namibia.

“It is with utmost sadness and regret that I inform you that our beloved Dr. Hage G. Geingob, the President of the Republic of Namibia has passed on today, Sunday 4 February 2024 at around 00h04 at Lady Pohamba Hospital where he was receiving medical treatment from his medical team. At his side, was his dear wife Madame Monica Geingos and his children,” read part of the statement.

“His medical team, as I informed the nation only yesterday has been trying its utmost best to ensure that our President recovers. Regrettably, notwithstanding the team’s spirited effort to save his life, sadly, fellow Namibians, President Geingob passed on.

“The Namibian nation has lost a distinguished servant of the people, a liberation struggle icon, the chief architect of our constitution and the pillar of the Namibian house.

“At this moment of deepest sorrow, I appeal to the nation to remain calm and collected while the Government attends to all necessary state arrangements, preparations and other protocols. Further announcements in this regard will be made.

“While keeping the President’s bereaved family, and you, dear fellow Namibians, in our thoughts and prayers, Cabinet will convene with immediate effect in order to make the necessary state arrangements in this regard,” read part of the statement.

At the same time, President William Ruto on Sunday February 4, joined other leaders in mourning Namibia’s President Hage Geingob.

“I extend my deepest condolences and sympathy to the family and the people of Namibia following the death of President Hage Geingob,” said Dr Ruto.

“President Geingob was a distinguished leader who served the people of Namibia with focus and dedication.”

“He was a believer of a unified Africa and strongly promoted the continent’s voice and visibility at the global arena. May God give the people of Namibia strength and courage during this difficult period. Rest In Peace.”