Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Shelleygan Petersen
Published on 2024-02-23 11:39:35
On Friday afternoon, President Nangolo Mbumba is leading a street procession escorting the remains of late President Hage Geingob from State House to Katutura. The procession was a solemn and significant event as it allowed hundreds of Namibians to pay their last respects to the late president as his casket made its way through the streets of Windhoek.
The somber procession began at State House, where Mbumba received Geingob’s remains from Namibian Defence Force chief Martin Pineas. The streets were filled with onlookers, eager to catch a glimpse of the late president’s casket as it passed by. The procession made its way through Ausspannplatz and moved along Moses //Garoeb Street en route to Winnie Madikizela Mandela Road. Along the route, people gathered to pay their respects and honor the legacy of President Geingob.
One Windhoek resident, Paulin Kaoses Buchani, shared her memories of the late president, recalling an encounter she had with him in the United Kingdom. She described him as a kind and supportive person, always there in times of need. Buchani’s sentiments echoed the feelings of many Namibians who held President Geingob in high regard.
Among the crowd gathered along Moses //Garoeb Street, there was a sense of reverence and mourning for the late president. The procession continued, and as it made its way to Katutura, more people lined the streets to say their final farewells. Lydia Hawaes and her mother, Elfrieda Temba, were among those waiting near Independence Arena in Katutura. They, like many others, sought to express their respect and commemorate President Geingob as his remains were taken through Windhoek and on to Casa Rosalia, his residence on the eastern outskirts of the city.
The procession was a poignant reminder of the impact and influence President Geingob had on the lives of many Namibians. As the somber event unfolded, it served as an opportunity for people from all walks of life to come together and honor the legacy of a leader who had left an indelible mark on the country.
Through the crowds and the solemn procession, an outpouring of respect and gratitude was evident as Namibians paid their respects to a beloved leader. The event brought people together in a show of unity and solidarity, reflecting on the legacy of President Geingob and the impact he had on the nation.
The solidarity and respect shown during the procession underscored the deep reverence and appreciation that many Namibians had for President Geingob. It was a moment of reflection and commemoration, an opportunity for the nation to unite in honoring the memory of a leader who had made a lasting impression on the country.
Overall, the procession was a poignant and significant event that allowed Namibians to come together to pay their respects and honor the legacy of President Hage Geingob. It was a demonstration of unity and reverence, showcasing the profound impact that he had on the lives of many in the country.
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