Namibian citizens bid farewell to founding president Sam Nujoma during a state funeral at Heroes Acre cemetery last Saturday. The revolutionary leader, who guided the nation toward independence from apartheid South Africa, drew mourners nationwide starting early morning at 6 AM. People traveled extensively across the country to honor the man widely regarded as their founding father. Nujoma passed away on February 8 at age 95 after spending three weeks hospitalized in Windhoek.
Family members, including his widow, Theopoldine Nujoma, attended alongside children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. His eldest son, Utoni Nujoma, addressed attendees at a packed football stadium, describing his father as representing strength and wisdom...
The Welshman Ncube-directed Citizens Coalition for Change has called out parliament leadership regarding inconsistent practices after they signaled reluctance to process any forthcoming dismissal requests against self-proclaimed party interim secretary general Sengezo Tshabangu until legal proceedings conclude. Tshabangu remains deeply unpopular among opposition supporters following numerous unilateral expulsions he enacted since October 2023. He recently submitted court papers blocking potential removal from his senate position following disciplinary action that terminated his party membership.
His recent ejection from the organization theoretically cleared pathways for CCC officials to initiate his parliamentary removal. Anticipating...
Information regarding the upcoming traditional marriage ceremony for Lulu has emerged from both the former spouse of Wicknell Chivayo and his sibling. During a recent video recording, Sonja expressed her desire to maintain peace during the scheduled bride price payment event happening on March 8th. She specifically mentioned avoiding any disruptions related to the traditional ceremony where Wicknell plans to formalize arrangements with his new partner.
Moreblessing added confirmation about the forthcoming roora celebration date through somewhat sarcastic remarks, verifying March 8th as the selected day for these cultural proceedings. The traditional bride price negotiations represent a significant milestone for Wicknell and Lulu's...
The former spouse of Wicknell Chivayo, Sonja Madzikanda, recently discussed her marital separation and emotional recovery process. During an interactive session where followers asked personal questions, Madzikanda expressed that Wicknell did not exhibit truly negative character traits throughout their relationship. She acknowledged experiencing occasional longing for her previous partner yet emphasized the importance of recognizing and embracing the reality that her previous relationship status cannot be reclaimed as part of her psychological healing progression.
Madzikanda mentioned she has not formally met the woman Wicknell currently plans to marry. She advised the new romantic interest should educate herself thoroughly regarding...
Kenya's Deputy President Kithure Kindiki revealed diaspora financial contributions have emerged as the nation's leading source of foreign exchange, surpassing 500 billion Kenyan shillings annually. During conversations with Kenyan representatives based in Namibia, he emphasized these monetary transfers have outperformed traditional revenue generators such as tea exports and tourism sectors, which previously dominated for approximately four decades as primary currency sources for the East African country.
The administration aims for these international monetary transfers to reach the trillion-shilling benchmark according to Kenya Kwanza coalition plans. Kindiki expressed appreciation toward Kenyans living abroad, acknowledging their...
Kenyan President William Ruto expressed confidence regarding the functionality of the recently established Social Health Authority, commonly referred to as Taifa Care. During his address at Jesus Winner Ministry located in Roysambu, Ruto acknowledged potential implementation challenges but remained steadfast in his belief about its eventual success. He referenced previous unsuccessful attempts at Universal Health Care implementation under former governmental administrations yet emphasized his determination to achieve different results this time around.
The head of state explained that SHA represents Kenya's most significant healthcare initiative, designed to extend medical coverage across all demographic segments regardless of economic...
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has called upon Kenyan citizens to attend the funeral service of former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission chairperson Wafula Chebukati as a tribute to his distinguished public service career. Through his official X account on March 2, 2025, Wetang'ula encouraged massive public participation alongside President William Ruto during the upcoming burial ceremony for the respected electoral official whose contributions shaped Kenya's democratic landscape.
Wetang'ula praised Chebukati's adherence to legal frameworks during his tenure at the electoral commission, noting how this principled leadership garnered international recognition. The former IEBC chairman frequently received...
Raila Odinga, Kenya's former Prime Minister, has advocated for financial compensation to victims of both the 2023 Azimio anti-government demonstrations and last year's Generation Z protests. During his address in Mombasa County, Odinga specifically emphasized that individuals who sustained injuries during these political demonstrations should receive monetary compensation. He further stressed that families who lost loved ones amid these public demonstrations deserve financial restitution as part of healing the national wounds.
The veteran politician clarified that victim compensation represents just one prerequisite his camp has established for meaningful negotiations with Kenya's current administration. Despite positioning this as a...
President Museveni recently spoke about the need for Maghreb nations to come together during a meeting with military students from Algeria. He emphasized how regional unity could transform North Africa into a powerful center of gravity for the continent. The Ugandan leader pointed out that countries like Algeria, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia, and Mauritania share cultural ties that should make cooperation natural.
During his lecture to the Algerian High War College delegation at his Rwakitura home, Museveni highlighted the importance of integration for solving long-standing problems. He mentioned the ongoing instability in Libya as an example of what happens when African nations fail to work together. The President expressed concern that...
