[PHOTOS] Late Namibia President Hage Geingob happy moments

In Summary

•President Ruto eulogised Geingob as a dedicated leader who was focused on serving his people

•Reports indicate the President succumbed to cancer at approximately 12:04 am

by MAGDALINE SAYA REPORTER

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04 February 2024 - 10:55

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Namibia President Hage Geingob and his wife Monica Geingos
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Namibia President Hage Geingob died on Sunday February 4, 2024 at Lady Pohamba Hospital.

The 82-year-old leader died surrounded by his wife, Madame Monica Geingos and children.

Reports indicate the President succumbed to cancer at approximately 12:04 am.

Namibia President Hage Geingob and his wife Monica Geingos share happy moments
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In a statement, Ruto eulogised Geingob as a dedicated leader who was focused on serving his people.

Here are some of his best moments as captured on camera;

Namibia President Hage Geingob and his wife Monica Geingos share happy moments
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President Geingob returned from the United States of America on January 31, 2024, following a two-day novel treatment for cancerous cells.

He had courageously disclosed his diagnosis to the public just a month ago.

President William Ruto on Sunday expressed his condolences on the passing of Geingob.

Namibia's third president Hage Geingob shows his football prowess at a function in Windhoek
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Namibia president celebrates with winners during the Hage Geingob Cup in 2023
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Former President Uhuru Kenyatta during Namibia's Independence Day Celebrations on March 21, 2019
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Namibian President Hage Geingob (2nd left) holds hands with former President Uhuru Kenyatta (L), Raila Odinga (2nd R) and the then Deputy President William Ruto at Bukhungu stadium in Kakamega County during the Mashujaa day celebrations on October 20, 2018
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