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Black Africa mourns founding president Goagoseb

Joseph Mihe Goagoseb

Black Africa Football Club is mourning its founding president Joseph Mihe Goagoseb, who died last week.

Goagoseb died in Windhoek on 15 January at the age of 88.

The club’s executive secretary, Anton van Wyk, says the late Goagoseb leaves behind a significant legacy in Namibian football and beyond.

Van Wyk described the founding president as a visionary leader who fostered a sense of community and pride among players and supporters.

“His passion for football and sport in general inspired many young athletes to pursue football and contributed to the growth of sport in the country,” he says.

Goagoseb’s drive for excellence is reflected in the achievements of the team. He pushed players to perform at their best and promoted a culture of hard work and discipline, says Van Wyk.

“His role in founding a club in 1964, which was a challenging historical period in Namibia, shows his pioneering spirit and commitment to giving local talent the opportunity to shine.”

Furthermore, Van Wyk says the late Goagoseb played a tremendous role in uplifting and uniting the community, as well as emphasising the social impact of sport in the country.

“As a prominent figure in Namibian football, he contributed to the cultural identity of the nation, helping to bring people together through their shared passion for sport. His journey in establishing and nurturing a football club may reflect a great deal of resilience, facing challenges and perseverance to achieve his goals.”

His impact as a dedicated leader and advocate for football in Namibia will be felt for generations to come, adds Van Wyk.

Besides being involved in football, Goagoseb was a caretaker at Centaurus High School for 35 years. He was also a carpenter.

His daughter Hilary Goagoses says her father will be buried on 1 February at the Old Location Cemetery in Windhoek.
He is survived by 10 children and 15 grandchildren.

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