Following the sudden passing of the late Dr Hage G. Geingob, former President of the Republic of Namibia, on Sunday, 4 February 2024, in terms of Article 29 (4)(a) read together with Article 34 (I) of the Namibian Constitution, H.E. Dr. Nangolo Mbumba was sworn in today, Sunday, 4 February 2024, as the President of the Republic of Namibia. On the same occasion, H.E. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was appointed and sworn in as Vice President of the Republic of Namibia.
The Presidency would like to congratulate Dr. Mbumba on his appointment as President of the Republic of Namibia and H.E. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on her appointment and swearing in as Vice President of the Republic of Namibia.
In the same vein, with a heavy heart, the Presidency would like to sincerely convey its heartfelt condolences to the entire bereaved Dr. Hage G. Geingob family and the people of Namibia following the passing of Dr. Hage G. Geingob, the former President of the Republic of Namibia.
May Dr. Hage Geingob's soul rest in eternal peace.
Acceptance Speech by His Excellency President Dr. Nangolo Mbumba, 4 February 2024
Fellow Namibians.
I accept with humility, the noble assignment bestowed upon me, that of appointment as the President of the Republic of Namibia, in accordance with Article 29 read together with Article 34 of the Namibian Constitution. I take on this heavy mantle, cognisant of the weight of this responsibility, to serve all the People of the Republic of Namibia with utmost dedication and commitment, in the service of all citizens of the Namibian House.
I undertake to continue building on the excellent foundation established by the Founding Father, Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, the Former President Dr.Hifikepunye Pohamba, and our beloved President, Dr. Hage G. Geingob – May His Soul Rest in Peace. [Let us please observe a minute of silence in his Honour].
The Legacy Continues.
It is poignant and reassuring to note that today, even in this time of loss, our Nation remains calm and stable. This is owing to the visionary leadership and foresight of President Geingob, who was the chief architect of the Namibian Constitution and the champion of our Governance Architecture, based on stable Processes, Systems and institutions, that are guiding us today.
Fellow Namibians, as I assume the Office of the President, a vacancy is created in the Office of the Vice President. After due consultations, I have the pleasure to announce the appointment of Honourable Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as Vice President of the Republic of Namibia, with immediate effect.
During this difficult period of mourning, I urge all Namibians to remain united and to keep the bereaved Family in our prayers.
Long Live the Republic of Namibia, Long Live.
I thank you!