Join us in paying tribute to Namibia's President Hage Geingob, whose leadership shaped an era. In this video, we reflect on his life, achievements, and the impact he had on Namibia. Share your condolences and memories as we remember a statesman who led with resilience and dedication.
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00:00 In a solemn moment for Namibia, President H. Gengob aged 82 passed away in a hospital
00:07 on Sunday, Jan. 4, following a recent diagnosis of cancer.
00:13 His death marks the end of an era for a leader who had been at the helm of the Southern African
00:19 nation since 2015.
00:21 Gengob, a resilient figure in Namibian politics, survived prostate cancer back in 2015, the
00:30 same year he assumed office as president.
00:33 The nation, known for its mining prominence with substantial diamond deposits and lithium
00:39 resources, now mourns the loss of a leader who played a pivotal role in shaping Namibia's
00:46 destiny.
00:47 Vice President Nangolo Bumba steps into the role in this transitional period until the
00:53 upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections in the end of the year.
00:58 Gengob's death leaves a void in a country that has experienced significant developments
01:04 under his leadership.
01:06 The presidency announced Gengob's passing on social media, not specifying the cause
01:11 of the death.
01:12 However, it was revealed last month that the president had sought treatment in the United
01:17 States for cancerous cells following a routine medical check-up.
01:22 Born in 1941, Gengob's political journey began long before Namibia gained independence
01:28 from South Africa in 1990.
01:31 He chaired the body that drafted Namibia's constitution and became its first prime minister,
01:37 a position he held until 2002.
01:41 Gengob's commitment to the nation extended to his service as trade and industry minister
01:46 and a return to the role of prime minister in 2012.
01:51 Gengob secured a significant victory in the 2014 election, garnering 87% of the vote.
01:58 However, the 2019 polls posed a challenge as he narrowly avoided a run-off amidst a
02:04 government bribery scandal involving allegations of kickbacks in exchange for fishing quotas.
02:11 Beyond electoral matters, Gengob acknowledged the ongoing disparities in wealth distribution,
02:17 especially concerning Namibia's white minority.
02:20 In addressing the complexities of racial divides, he reflected on the challenges of creating
02:26 a more inclusive economic landscape.
02:29 President H. Gengob prayed his last at Lady Pohamba Hospital in Windhoek, where he had
02:35 been receiving treatment from his medical team.
02:39 India now stands at a crossroads, reflecting on a leader's legacy who sought to break the
02:45 chains of injustice and build a nation of shared prosperity.
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