President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden express their condolences to the Namibian people on the passing of President Hage Geingob, praising his leadership and advocacy for his country and continent. They highlight his close ties to the United States and express a commitment to strengthening the relationship with Namibia in honor of President Geingob's legacy and vision.
Namibian President Hage Geingob has passed away while undergoing medical treatment at Lady Pohamba Hospital, with his wife and children by his side. He had been receiving treatment for cancer and was set to finish his second term in office this year. Namibia is now preparing for elections to choose a new leader in November.
Namibia's President Hage Geingob, 82, passed away in hospital after being diagnosed with cancer. A prominent politician since before independence, Geingob had been in charge of Namibia since 2015 and survived prostate cancer. Vice President Nangolo Mbumba will take over until elections at the end of the year. Geingob played a significant role in the country's history, including chairing the body that drafted Namibia's constitution and serving as its first prime minister.
Namibian President Hage Geingob has passed away at the age of 82 while receiving medical treatment at a hospital in Windhoek. He had been undergoing treatment for cancer and had returned from the United States where he was part of a medical trial. Acting President Nangolo Mbumba has urged the nation to remain calm as the government makes state arrangements and preparations. Geingob had been in office since 2015 and was serving his second term as president.
Namibia's President Hage Geingob, 82, passed away at Lady Pohamba Hospital in Windhoek after being diagnosed with cancer. He had been receiving treatment from his medical team and was set to travel to the United States for further treatment. Geingob, who had previously survived prostate cancer, was due to stand for re-election in the upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections at the end of the year.
