Hage Geingob

Hage Geingob

politician Namibia

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.

Born on Aug 03, 1941 (83 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
28,863
Power
1,148$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 5.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 28,863 $2,700,000 1,148$
Totals 1 67,886,011 28,863 $2,700,000 1,148$
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Recent Mentions

Dominican Republic Dominican Republic: Hage Geingob was the president of Namibia who passed away while in office, leading to the promotion of Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. 5

Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889: Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, primera presidente de Namibia

Nigeria Nigeria: 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. 5

The Punch: Five things to know about Namibia's first woman president

Kenya Kenya: NNN takes over from 83-year-old Nangolo Mbumba, who came to power in February 2024 following the death of his predecessor, Hage Geingob. 5

The Standard: Five things to know about Namibia's first woman president

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Hage Geingob is noted as Namibia's third president and was rector of the UN Institute for Namibia. 7

The Guardian: Sam Nujoma obituary | Namibia