Namibia on Sunday ushered in a new era as Nangolo Mbumba was sworn in as the fourth President ( interim).
The swearing-in ceremony took place in Windhoek, following the death of President Hage Geingob.
Mbumba was sworn in by Chief Justice Peter Shivute.
Consequently, Mbumba announced Deputy Prime Minister Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as Namibia's new Vice-President.
Namibia is in mourning after President Hage G. Geingob passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024, at Lady Pohamba Hospital.
The 82-year-old leader, surrounded by his wife, Madame Monica Geingos, and children, succumbed to his battle with cancer at approximately 12:04 am.
Mbumba, delivering the sombre news, expressed deep regret, stating, "It is with utmost sadness that I inform you that our beloved Dr Hage G. Geingob has passed on. Despite the tireless efforts of his medical team, President Geingob, sadly, did not recover."
Geingob returned from the United States of America on January 31, 2024, following a two-day novel treatment for cancerous cells.
He had courageously disclosed his diagnosis to the public just a month ago.
Having assumed office in 2015, Geingob was in his second and final term, serving as the chief architect of Namibia's Constitution and a pivotal figure in the liberation struggle.
Mbumba eulogised him as a distinguished servant of the people and the pillar of the Namibian house.
In the wake of this profound loss, Vice President Mbumba appealed to the nation for calm.
"At this moment of deepest sorrow, I appeal to the nation to remain calm and collected while the Government attends to all necessary state arrangements, preparations, and other protocols," Mbumba said.