Former Namibian president Sam Nujoma, who led the fight for independence from South Africa in 1990, has died aged 95, according to a statement by current leader President Nangolo Mbumba. Nujoma was instrumental in founding Namibia’s liberation movement in the 1960s and became president in 1990, serving until 2005.
Nujoma’s leadership helped establish peace and stability after independence from South Africa’s white-minority rule. He championed national reconciliation, encouraging the country’s white community to remain, and promoted women’s rights, including making fathers pay for child maintenance. His legacy has been praised by African leaders, with many calling him a “visionary leader” who dedicated his life to liberation and nation-building.
Nujoma’s death has been met with sadness across Namibia, with many hailing him as the “father of the nation”. Funeral details have not yet been announced, but tributes are pouring in from African leaders and current President Mbumba. King Charles III also paid tribute to Nujoma’s commitment to freedom and democracy, describing him as an “extraordinary freedom fighter”.
Nujoma’s passing marks the end of an era for Namibia, and his legacy is likely to be remembered for generations to come.
Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czx859nq9jwo