Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Lugeretzia Kooper
Published on 2024-02-25 09:10:51
The president of the official opposition party Popular Democratic Movement (PDM), McHenry Venaani, expressed deep gratitude towards being selected as one of the lead pallbearers for President Hage Geingob’s funeral, describing it as a significant honor in his lifetime.
Joining Venaani in this solemn duty are former agriculture minister Alpheus !Naruseb, deputy prime minister John Mutorwa, former defence chief Martin Shalli, Geingob’s eldest son Mangaliso Fernandez, and Swapo veteran Ben Amathila. This group has been assigned the responsibility of carrying Geingob’s coffin during the memorial and funeral services.
In response to inquiries from The Namibian, Venaani conveyed his heartfelt appreciation for being bestowed with such a meaningful honor. He emphasized that this gesture symbolizes the deep mutual respect and strong relationship he shared with President Geingob over the years. Venaani highlighted the importance of maintaining peace and unity between political rivals for the greater good of the nation. He revealed that despite their differing political affiliations, both he and Geingob prioritized their shared patriotism and commitment to the nation above party politics.
The passing of President Geingob, who served as Namibia’s third democratically elected president starting in 2015, marked a poignant moment in the nation’s history. His funeral proceedings took place at Heroes’ Acre, where he was laid to rest as the first sitting president on 4 February.
As the country mourned the loss of a respected leader, Venaani’s participation as a lead pallbearer underscored the spirit of unity and collaboration in times of national significance. The symbolic act of leaders from different political backgrounds coming together to pay tribute to President Geingob symbolized a shared commitment to the well-being and unity of Namibia.
In the midst of this solemn occasion, The Namibian also emphasized the importance of credible journalism and staying informed. Readers were encouraged to subscribe to The Namibian for in-depth reporting and opinions at an affordable rate of N$85 per month. The publication stressed the vital role of journalism in upholding democracy and urged readers to invest in supporting trustworthy news sources.
Overall, Venaani’s participation in President Geingob’s funeral as a lead pallbearer highlighted the values of respect, unity, and national pride. The event served as a poignant reminder of the importance of setting aside political differences to prioritize the greater good of the nation. Through his actions, Venaani exemplified the spirit of collaboration and unity that transcends party lines for the betterment of Namibia.
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