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Nujoma’s legacy through the youth’s eyes

Nujoma’s legacy through the youth’s eyes

Mallex Shipanga  Following the passing of founding president Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, young people have reflected on his legacy. They shared mixed views on his impact on their lives and the opportunities available to them today. Hope Muonde (19) said that Sam Nujoma has made an impact on the lives of young people. Muonde explained that Nujoma’s participation in the liberation struggle has had a lasting impact on young people. “Let us make sure that every child on the African continent, whether their parents have the money or not, must attend primary and secondary schools, as well as universities, to make…
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Nujoma’s passing sparks reflection across continents

Nujoma’s passing sparks reflection across continents

Hertta-Maria Amutenja  Regional and international organisations have expressed their condolences following the passing of the founding president, Sam Nujoma, describing him as a fearless liberation hero whose legacy shaped the country’s independence. The South African Students Union (SASU) described Nujoma as “a towering figure in Africa’s liberation struggle.”.  “He dedicated his life to the fight for Namibia’s freedom,” said the union.  It also highlighted his nearly three decades in exile as the leader of Swapo. The United Nations in Namibia also paid tribute, stating his dedication to freedom.  “His dedication to freedom, democracy, and unity shaped Namibia. Our thoughts are…
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Namibian Air Force personnel embark on Sea Survival Course

Namibian Air Force personnel embark on Sea Survival Course

Niël Terblanché On Monday, Commander Klaudia Hainghumbi, the acting Commandant of the Namibian Naval Training School, welcomed members of the Namibian Air Force to a Basic Sea Survival course at Rooikop outside Walvis Bay. The commander informed course participants that the month-long programme aims to develop water confidence, impart sea survival techniques, and enhance physical fitness among the participants. In her opening address, Commander Hainghumbi stressed the critical importance of swimming as a lifesaving skill, particularly for Air Force personnel. "As a member of the Air Force, you are expected to operate in various challenging environments, including water, for search…
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Erongo Regional Council pays tribute to Founding Father

Erongo Regional Council pays tribute to Founding Father

Niël Terblanché The Erongo Regional Council has paid tribute to the late founding father Sam Nujoma, who passed away on Saturday night. In a statement on Monday, Erongo Regional Council Chairperson Benitha Imbamba expressed condolences on behalf of the region’s people, recognising Nujoma’s enduring legacy. "It is with profound sorrow that the Erongo Regional Council extends its heartfelt condolences to the Nujoma family and the entire Namibian nation. Dr Nujoma was not only the Founding Father of the Namibian nation but also a revolutionary icon whose leadership qualities will forever remain in the hearts and minds of all Namibians," Imbamba…
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Chevron expands footprint in Namibia with PEL 82 acquisition

Chevron expands footprint in Namibia with PEL 82 acquisition

Niël Terblanché Custos Energy has announced the completion of Chevron Namibia Exploration II Limited's farm-in into Petroleum Exploration License 82 (PEL 82), marking a. expansion of Chevron's offshore exploration activities in Namibia. According to Knowledge Katti, chairman and chief executive officer of Custos, Chevron now holds an 80% participating interest and operatorship in PEL 82, with Custos Energy and the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR) each retaining 10% interests. "Completion of Chevron's entry into PEL 82 is another indicator of the quality and opportunity associated with our offshore portfolio. We are thrilled to expand our partnership with Chevron, positioning…
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Tjongarero faces backlash over sports ban

Tjongarero faces backlash over sports ban

Erasmus Shalihaxwe Minister of Sports, Youth, and National Services Agnes Tjongarero announced that all sports activities and gatherings will be temporarily suspended, similar to the restrictions imposed during the COVID-19 outbreak.  This follows a directive issued on Monday, instructing all sports organisers to halt activities during the mourning period for the late founding president, Sam Nujoma, who passed away on Sunday. “We are doing it the same way we did it during COVID-19. We don’t want any gatherings. Wherever there are gatherings, they are not allowed. We want to honour this great man, so even if it's training and there…
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Construction of Omuthiya-Elambo gravel road commences

Construction of Omuthiya-Elambo gravel road commences

Allexer Namundjembo The construction of the 54-kilometre gravel road between Omuthiya and Elambo has begun with a completion timeline of two years. This road project, which will improve access to essential services such as schools and health facilities in the surrounding areas, is being developed through a partnership between the Oshikoto Regional Council and the Roads Authority. Although the groundbreaking ceremony, initially set for 18 February, was postponed due to the passing of founding father President Sam Nujoma, Oshikoto Regional Council’s project manager, Priscilla Lyakwata, confirmed that the project is progressing as planned. "As we speak, the project is ongoing.…
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“Business unusual” mantra must be consequent on two-economies!

“Business unusual” mantra must be consequent on two-economies!

In its 1976 political programme the Swapo Party of Namibia notes two economies that existed in parallel in colonial Namibia. “Wealthy white-owned economy based on the extensive extraction of varied natural resources” and “a separate subsistence economy enveloping the majority of the African population who are forced to live in Bantustans.” “The two economies have been consciously designed in accordance with the social interests of the white settler group and international monopoly capitalism.” Yours Truly Ideological cannot but note the observation of, by and in the Swapo 1976 Political Programme of the two economies existing side by side, most notably…
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Nation stands with Nujoma family

Nation stands with Nujoma family

Ester Mbathera  At 04h40 on Sunday morning, President Nangolo Mbumba announced the passing of Founding President Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, who had been hospitalised for the past three weeks. “Unfortunately, the most gallant son of our land could not recover from illness,” said Mbumba. Nujoma passed away at the age of 95 on 8 February at 23h45 at Lady Pohamba Private Hospital in Windhoek. “Our Founding Father lived a long and consequential life during which he served the people of his beloved country. Our Founding Father heroically marshalled the Namibian people during the darkest hours of our liberation struggle until the…
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Biography

Biography

His Excellency Dr Sam Nujoma, Founding President of the Republic of Namibia was born on 12 May 1929 at the Etunda village, Omusati Region in the North-Western part of Namibia to Mr Daniel Uutoni Nujoma and Mrs Helvi Mpingana Kondombolo. He is the firstborn in a family of 11. Like all boys of those days, he looked after his parent’s cattle and assisted with home chores including cultivation of land. He received his primary education from the Okahao Finnish Mission School from 1937 to 1945. In 1946 he moved to the coastal town of Walvisbay to live with his aunt…
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