Britain’s King Charles has paid a heartfelt tribute to Namibia’s former president, Sam Nujoma, who passed away on Saturday at the age of 95. Charles described Nujoma’s “lifelong commitment to freedom and democracy” as “inspirational” and his “contribution to history” as “immense”.
Nujoma played a pivotal role in leading Namibia to independence from apartheid South Africa in 1990 and served as the country’s first president for 15 years. Charles reflected on Nujoma’s remarkable leadership, saying, “President Nujoma’s contribution to history was immense, through his leadership of the long struggle for independence, and his subsequent service of 15 years as the Founding President of the Republic of Namibia”.
The King also highlighted Namibia’s valued membership in the Commonwealth and fondly recalled a visit his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, made to the country in 1991, which was hosted by Nujoma. Charles expressed his deepest sympathy to Nujoma’s family, particularly the former First Lady, Kovambo Nujoma, and the people of Namibia during this difficult time.
