Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s Founding Father, Laid to Rest After State Funeral

Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s founding father, was interred at Heroes Acre cemetery after a state funeral attended by national and foreign dignitaries. He passed away on February 9, 2025, at age 95. The funeral honored his significant role in Namibia’s liberation, celebrated with a nationwide mourning period.

Namibia’s founding father, Sam Nujoma, was laid to rest at the Heroes Acre cemetery following a state funeral on March 1, 2025. Nujoma passed away on February 9, 2025, at the age of 95. The state funeral was attended by various African leaders and international dignitaries, reflecting his significant impact on Namibia’s history and the broader anti-apartheid movement.

Mourners assembled at the Heroes Acre cemetery as early as 6 am to pay tribute to Nujoma, who served as the president of Namibia from 1990 to 2005. His eldest son, Utoni Nujoma, addressed the gathered crowd at a nearby football stadium, emphasizing his father’s importance to the family and to Namibia’s liberation struggle. Utoni expressed gratitude for his father’s wisdom and strength despite their loss.

Utoni Nujoma stated, “He was a pillar of strength and a fountain of wisdom in the family.” He observed that, even in grief, the family would celebrate Nujoma’s dedicated life of service to Namibia and the greater African continent. Moreover, the state celebrated a 21-day mourning period, during which flags were lowered and a farewell tour honored Nujoma’s legacy across seven regions, culminating in his home village of Etunda.

The funeral of Sam Nujoma witnessed a profound outpouring of respect and remembrance for a leader who championed Namibia’s fight for independence. His contributions to the nation and the continent at large will be remembered for generations to come. Utoni Nujoma’s remarks at the funeral encapsulated the family’s pride in his legacy, reflecting Nujoma’s enduring influence on Namibia’s history and identity.

Original Source: jang.com.pk