Leaders extend well wishes to Nujoma
By: Envaalde Matheus
National leaders have extended messages of support to Namibia’s Founding President, Sam Nujoma, who is hospitalized at Lady Pohamba Private Hospital in Windhoek.
Samuel Shafiishuna Daniel Nujoma, born May 12, 1929, in Etunda village, Omusati Region, is a towering figure in Namibia’s history.
As the country’s Founding President, he led Namibia from independence in 1990 until 2005.
Nujoma was pivotal in Namibia’s liberation struggle against South African rule.
In 1960, he co-founded and became the first Swapo president, leading the fight for independence.
His diplomatic and military leadership was instrumental in securing the 1988 agreements that paved the way for Namibia’s independence on March 21, 1990.
In late January 2025, reports emerged that Nujoma had been admitted to a private hospital in Windhoek.
His son, labour minister Utoni Nujoma, said his father is stable.
During the official opening of the Cabinet at State House on Wednesday, President Nangolo Mbumba extended his good wishes to Nujoma, acknowledging his enduring legacy.
“I take this opportunity to convey a message of strength and goodwill to our founding president and father of the Namibian nation, His Excellency Dr. Sam Nujoma, who is currently under medical observation,” President Mbumba said.
Former First Lady Monica Geingos also paid tribute, stating that Nujoma has provided a clear roadmap for Namibia’s leadership.
“My empathy and heart are with the Nyiyoma family as they navigate this difficult time. We pray for them, and we pray for the founding father,” she said.
“The founding father left us a roadmap. Former President Pohamba (Hifikepunye) also left us with clear directions.”
Geingos further noted that the planned presidential centre will work to preserve and distil the ideas of past leaders, ensuring their legacies endure.
Messages of support have also poured in from the Swapo Party, its youth league SPYL, the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF), and South Africa’s ruling party, the African National Congress (ANC), all wishing Nujoma a swift recovery.
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