President Akufo-Addo has sent his condolences to the people of Namibia following the passing of their sitting President, Hage Geingob.
Geingob, 82, died early on Sunday while receiving medical treatment at a hospital in the capital, Windhoek after he had disclosed to the public last month that he had been diagnosed with cancer.
In a statement, President Akufo-Addo described the late President’s leadership as one that will be remembered in the whole of Africa.
“President Geingob was not only a respected leader but also a dedicated servant of his people. His vision, commitment, and tireless efforts to advance the well-being of Namibians have left an indelible mark
on the nation’s history. His leadership, characterized by wisdom and compassion, will be remembered not only in the borders of Namibia but also across the African continent. His legacy will endure as a beacon on inspiration for future generations, and the impact of his contributions to the progress and development of Namibia will be felt for years to come,” he wrote.
Geingob, who was born in 1941, rose to prominence as a politician even before Namibia gained its independence from South Africa in 1990, which was dominated by a white minority.
He served as the third president of Namibia from 2015 until his death in February 2024.
