Hage Geingob
Hage Geingob is the current President of Namibia, having assumed office in March 2015. He is a prominent Namibian politician and a key figure in the country's struggle for independence from South African rule. Geingob previously served as Prime Minister and has been instrumental in shaping Namibia's post-independence policies. He is known for his efforts to promote economic development, social equity, and national unity in Namibia. His leadership has been pivotal in fostering diplomatic relations, including those with China, as reflected in his recent interactions following the death of Namibia's founding president, Sam Nujoma.
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Namibia’s President at the time, Hage Geingob, said the offer was not acceptable and that it needed to be revised.
Namibian politician named Adolf Hitler projected to win re-election to local council
New Zealand· 2025-11-25
Hage Geingob introduced the 'zebra system' to ensure gender alternation in political appointments.
Nandi-Ndaitwah shifts gears in Namibia’s women-in-power journey – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-10-17
Late former president Hage Geingob declared the willing-seller, willing-buyer approach a failure.
Namibia tables sweeping land bill to expand farm expropriation powers – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-10-08
Hage Geingob emphasized the importance of utilizing the dialogue platform for mutual respect and understanding.
国际纵横谈｜搭建文明互鉴之桥 凝聚发展进步合力 _光明网
China· 2025-07-14
Hage Geingob highlighted the need to utilize the dialogue platform for exploring paths of tolerance and respect.
国际纵横谈丨搭建文明互鉴之桥 凝聚发展进步合力--时政--人民网China· 2025-07-14
Hage Geingob highlighted the need to utilize the dialogue platform for exploring paths of tolerance and respect.
国际纵横谈丨搭建文明互鉴之桥 凝聚发展进步合力 _光明网China· 2025-07-12
He criticized Germany for not fully atoning for the genocide committed on Namibian soil.
Namibia to mark German colonial genocide for first time with memorial day
United Kingdom· 2025-05-28
Hage Geingob was the president of Namibia who passed away while in office, leading to the promotion of Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, primera presidente de Namibia
Dominican Republic· 2025-03-22
Hage Geingob was the president of Namibia who died in office in 2024.
Namibia inaugurates its first woman president
Kenya· 2025-03-21
President Hage Geingob remarked on the historic election of Nandi-Ndaitwah as the first female president.
Samia graces historic inauguration of Namibia’s first female president
Tanzania· 2025-03-21
Hage Geingob was the former president of Namibia who passed away a year ago.
Namibie : Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah sur le point d’être investie présidente
France· 2025-03-21
NNN takes over from 83-year-old Nangolo Mbumba, who came to power in February 2024 following the death of his predecessor, Hage Geingob at the age of 82.
Five things to know about Namibia's first woman president
Nigeria· 2025-03-21NNN takes over from 83-year-old Nangolo Mbumba, who came to power in February 2024 following the death of his predecessor, Hage Geingob.
Five things to know about Namibia's first woman presidentKenya· 2025-03-21He is the President of Namibia who received congratulations from the Mauritanian President.
رئيس الجمهورية يهنئ نظيره الناميبي
Mauritania· 2025-03-20
Hage Geingob was the president of Namibia during Andrew Holness's visit to Jamaica.
Editorial | Remembering Sam Nujoma | Commentary
Jamaica· 2025-03-05
Hage Geingob is noted as Namibia's third president and was rector of the UN Institute for Namibia.
Sam Nujoma obituary | NamibiaUnited Kingdom· 2025-02-14
Hage Geingob is the current president of Namibia who received condolences from Xi Jinping.
习近平就纳米比亚开国总统努乔马逝世向纳米比亚总统姆本巴致唁电 --时政--人民网China· 2025-02-10Hage Geingob is the current president of Namibia who received condolences from Xi Jinping.
习近平就纳米比亚开国总统努乔马逝世向纳米比亚总统姆本巴致唁电 _光明网China· 2025-02-10