Two years after the death of Namibia’s third president, Hage Geingob, Namibian pupils share their reflections on his leadership, charismatic personality, and enduring national legacy.
“I saw the late Hage Geingob as the father of the nation, who brought happiness to Namibia.”
“I remember the late president Hage Geingob as a vibrant person who was always there at functions and always making people smile. May his soul rest in peace.”
“What I remember about our late president is that he was very charismatic, very joyful. He was a wonderful person who did a lot for our country, and I’m very thankful that he was one of the presidents that was chosen for our country. And we love him very much.”
“He had so much affection for the people he was leading. He loved to see Namibia succeed. He did so much for our country in so many ways. He helped our country improve more than previous leaders before him.”
“I remember Hage Geingob as the most fun, the most optimistic, jolly old man I’ve ever seen. The fact that his bravery was beyond optimism is just amazing. I love the fact that he was just forever around his people, he’s forever supporting us.
He fought for our independence. Just that fact alone makes him the most courageous person and the greatest role model for so many Namibians.”
“Our late president was a fun and nice person. He loved children a lot and loved dancing, and that’s what I genuinely loved about him – watching the videos of him just dancing with the public and with everybody. I really cherish the memories he gave us. He was a very good president, and I wish there was a president like him again.”
“I remember former president Hage Geingob as one of the men who established a plan known as Harambee Prosperity Plan, which was a short-term plan established for Vision 2030.”
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