Tributes continue pouring in for Geingob

The Namibia Sports Commission’s chief administrator Freddy Mwiya said the Namibian sports fraternity has lost a beacon of light, as the country mourns the passing of its third Head of State, Dr Hage Geingob, who died early Sunday morning.

Geingob had an unwavering commitment to sports and the Namibian youth and cheered athletes and teams on when they competed locally or internationally.

“It is indeed a sad moment for the sports fraternity. Our condolences to the family and the First Lady of Namibia, Monica Geingos. He was a man of all sports. He dedicated his life to the youth and to sports in particular,” said Mwiya.

The Namibia Hockey Union extended heartfelt condolences to the nation of Namibia on the passing of Geingob.

“Our thoughts are with his family and the people of Namibia as we collectively mourn the loss of a leader who believed in the power of sports to unite, discipline and inspire. May his legacy continue to shine.”

The Women’s Football Department also paid tribute, stating that they were deeply saddened by Geingob’s death.

The president of the Namibia Aquatic Sports Federation, Riaan Steyn, shared that the news came as a great shock.

“He was beloved in the sporting fraternity and will be sadly missed,” he said.

Athletics Namibia (AN) also expressed their sincere heartfelt condolences to the Namibian citizens, “to First Lady Madam Monica Geingos and extended family on the passing of our beloved President.

“In remembrance of Geingob, Athletics Namibia fondly recalls his deep passion for sports. As a devoted fan, he not only watched various sports, but actively supported athletics Namibia.

“His commitment extended to launching the Frankie Fredericks Foundation in 1999, showcasing his dedication to athletes’ education. President Geingob’s pride in Namibia’s achievements, such as Christine Mboma’s silver medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, was evident.

“In his youth, he was known as ‘Danger Point’ on the football field. His legacy as a beacon of hope and Namibia’s foremost sports enthusiast will be dearly missed by the entire sports community. The memory of his leadership and commitment to the nation will remain a source of inspiration today and for generation to come,” said AN.

Veteran sports writer Carlos Kambaekwa, on his social media, bid farewell to Geingob. “You humbly encouraged me to chronicle the history of Namibian football and I was looking forward to have the book launched at State House. I will respectfully burn the midnight oil to ensure your long-held dream becomes a reality. Until we meet again in heaven, may your gentle soul rest in ancestral power.”