Namibia's 'founding father' Sam Nujoma no more

Sam Nujoma, the activist and guerilla leader who went on to become Namibia's first elected president, died on Saturday at the age of 95.

The Namibian Presidency made the announcement via social media on Sunday.

"It is with utmost sorrow and sadness that I announce this morning of the 9th of February 2025 to the Namibian people, our African brothers and sisters and the world at large, about the passing of our revered freedom fighter and revolutionary leader," the statement read."The foundations of the Republic of Namibia have been shaken."

Nujoma had been admitted to a hospital in the Namibian capital of Windhoek three weeks ago, where he underwent treatment and was kept under observation. However, he succumbed to his illness, according to the statement.

He is survived by his wife Kovambo (91), and children.