Vice President Dr. Michael Usi Attends Memorial Service for Namibia’s First President, Dr. Sam Nujoma
Malawi’s Vice President, Dr. Michael Usi, is in Windhoek, Namibia, to attend the memorial service of the country’s first president and liberation hero, Dr. Sam Nujoma. The solemn event brings together dignitaries from across the continent and beyond to honor the legacy of a leader who played a pivotal role in Namibia’s independence.
Dr. Usi is accompanied by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Patricia Nangozo Kainga, as part of the official Malawian delegation. Their presence underscores Malawi’s solidarity with Namibia during this period of national mourning and reaffirms the strong historical and diplomatic ties between the two nations.
The memorial service has drawn an array of global leaders, including sitting and former heads of state, vice presidents, prime ministers, speakers of national parliaments, and foreign affairs ministers.
Additionally, representatives from international and regional organizations are in attendance, reflecting the profound impact of Dr. Nujoma’s leadership on the African continent and beyond.
Dr. Nujoma, who led Namibia from 1990 to 2005, is widely revered for his role in steering the country to independence from South African rule and laying the foundation for a democratic and prosperous nation.
His passing marks the end of an era, and world leaders have gathered to pay their respects and celebrate his enduring legacy.
