Namibia’s political landscape was shaken as news broke that President Hage Geingob, aged 82, passed away early Sunday morning at Lady Pohamba Hospital in Windhoek. The presidency confirmed his demise, which followed shortly after his recent cancer diagnosis.
Although the official statement did not specify the cause of death, it was revealed last month that Geingob had been diagnosed with cancer during a routine medical check-up. Plans were underway for him to seek treatment in the United States.
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Geingob’s journey in politics was marked by resilience. He once shared with the public his triumph over prostate cancer while serving as prime minister in 2014. The subsequent year saw him ascend to the presidency, where he served with distinction.
His passing comes at a pivotal moment for Namibia, a country gearing up for presidential and parliamentary elections later this year. Geingob’s leadership, spanning various roles in government, has left an indelible mark on the nation, and his absence will be keenly felt as Namibia navigates its political future.