Namibia‘s ‘founding father’ Sam Nujoma, the activist and guerrilla leader who became Namibia’s first democratically elected president after it won its independence from South Africa, died aged 95 on Saturday, the presidency said.
Nujoma retired as head of state in 2005 but continued to lead the party before stepping down in 2007 as president of the ruling swapo party after 47 years at the helm.
Kenyan President William Ruto has described the late first President and founding father Sam Nujoma, describing him as “Africa’s hero.” Ruto highlighted Nujoma’s selfless, brave, and visionary leadership, emphasizing his dedication to Namibia’s liberation and progress.
“The disappearance of Dr.Sam Nujoma is an immense loss for the whole of Africa,” said President Kenyan. “His tireless fight for freedom and his vision of an self-reliant Namibia shaped the history of our continent. In these painful moments, Kenya stands alongside the Namibian people.”
William Ruto praised the memory of the one who, born in 1929, devoted his life to the emancipation of his contry. Founder of the Swapo (organization of the people of the South West Africa), Sam Nujoma led the fight against until independence in 1990, before presiding over the destinies of Namibia for fifteen years.
“Dr. Nujoma’s heritage transcends the borders of Namibia,” said president Kenyan, adding that “There will forever be a symbol of courage and determination for future generations.” A legacy marked by the establishment of democratic institutions and the implementation of a national reconciliation policy, even if some of its positions have been able to arouse controversy.
The news of the death had been announced by the current Namibian president, Nangolo Mbumba, marking the end of an era for this southern African country that Nujoma helped shape for more than half a century.
Kenyan president: Remembering Namibia’s Founding Father, Sam Nujoma
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Tribute to Sam Nujoma
Kenyan President William Ruto remembers Sam nujoma,чена the “Africa’s hero.”
Question: Can you describe Sam Nujoma’s role in Namibia’s founding and independence?
Answer: Sam Nujoma,an activist and guerrilla leader,is celebrated as Namibia’s founding father. He became the country’s first democratically elected president after it secured independence from South Africa. He led the liberation struggle through the struggle of the Swapo party, which he founded, eventually leading to independence in 1990. Nujoma’s vision and dedication where pivotal in shaping Namibia’s path to freedom and advancement.
Question: How did President Ruto describe Nujoma’s leadership qualities?
Answer: President Ruto described Nujoma as a selfless, brave, and visionary leader. He emphasized Nujoma’s dedication to Namibia’s liberty and progress, saying that his leadership qualities were defining factors in Africa’s recent history.
Question: What was President Ruto’s message to the people of Namibia following Nujoma’s death?
Answer: President Ruto conveyed his deepest sympathies to the Namibian people and noted that Dr. Sam Nujoma’s passing was an immense loss to the whole of Africa. He highlighted that Nujoma’s legacy of tireless fight for freedom and vision for a self-reliant Namibia shaped the history of the continent. Kenya stood in solidarity with Namibia during this painful time.
Question: What impact did Nujoma’s leadership have beyond Namibia’s borders?
Answer: President Ruto noted that Dr. Nujoma’s legacy transcended Namibia’s borders and will forever be a symbol of courage and determination for future generations. His establishment of democratic institutions and a national reconciliation policy had a significant impact, even if some of his positions sparked controversy.
Question: Who announced Nujoma’s death and what was their statement?
Answer: The current Namibian president, Nangolo Mbumba, announced the news of Nujoma’s death, marking the end of an era for this southern African country that nujoma helped shape for more than half a century.
Concluding Summary
Sam Nujoma’s enduring legacy as a visionary leader, tireless fighter for freedom, and founder of Namibia’s independence left a profound impact not only on his country but also on the wider African continent. Kenyan President William Ruto tribute to nujoma rightly recognizes his significant contributions to the liberation and progress of Namibia, emphasizing that his courage and dedication will forever serve as Inspiration for future generations of African leaders.
