AMINUIS – The long-serving leader of the Batswana ba Namibia Traditional Authority, Chief Constance Letang Kgosiemang, was buried at the Aminuis Roman Catholic Church on Saturday.
Kgosiemang, (66) who had been at the helm of that traditional authority since April 26 1979, died of cardiac arrest at his homestead at Netso in the Kalahari Constituency of the Omaheke Region on August 15.Speaking at the funeral, President Hifikepunye Pohamba said the late Kgosiemang was a dedicated and unwavering leader of his people, who had stood firm in the face of adversity for good causes.He described Kgosiemang as a notable foot soldier in the process of nation building and the promotion of the well-being of all Namibians.’He led by example and encouraged his people, especially the young to always do their best and lead purposeful lives. In this light, Honourable Chief Kgosiemang was an exemplary leader, whose legacy will continue to inspire future generations,’ Pohamba said.Kgosiemang was an active member of the Council of Traditional Leaders which advises the President on matters related to the utilisation of communal land, among other things.The late chief was highly revered for his conciliatory manner, which has enabled the Batswana ba Namibia to live in peace and tranquility with their neighbours. He was born and raised at Aminuis where he attended school before moving to the Döbra Training College.As founder of the now defunct Seoposengwe Party, Kgosiemang was elected to the Constituent Assembly after his party joined the Democratic Turnhalle Alliance (DTA). Also known as ‘Kaptein’, he served as the Seoposengwe Party president, deputised by Gregor Tibinyane.As one of the founding parents of the Namibian nation, Kgosiemang also served on the National Assembly before he retired from active politics. He is survived by his wife, Emilie Sekopane Kgosiemang, seven children and 21 grandchildren. – Nampa
