The people of the Oshana Region came together to offer fitting tributes to the late President Hage Geingob during the region's memorial service held at Ongwediva.

The atmosphere was sombre as people signed the book of condolence and offered their sympathy and tributes to the former First Lady and children at the Geingob residence.

In a touching display of solidarity and cultural support, the Aukoredi visited the former First Lady Monica Geingos to offer their condolences and provide her with traditional Damara attire for mourning. 

The gesture was aimed at honouring the local customs and traditions.

Various traditional leaders in the Omaheke Region described the late President Hage Geingob as someone who had always encouraged traditional leaders to reason together in their differences for the benefit of community development. 

A towering figure in the fight against Apartheid, a gallant comrade in the liberation struggle, and a true statesman who dedicated his life in service to Namibia.

Pensioners at Swakopmund say they are still in shock and devastation over the death of President Hage Geingob, whom they described as a hero.

Oshana residents spoke highly of the "late" President, saying he is an extraordinary and outstanding leader who will forever be remembered.

nbc News reporter Tonateni Haimbodi and cameraman Simon Naeman took to the streets of Oshakati.

As the family of the late President Geingob continues to receive condolences and tributes, the Ovambanderu community, led by Eben Nguvauva, also extended its condolences to the former First Lady and the late President's family.

Nguvauva says the president's death was painful and shocking to them.

Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, in a moving address at Statehouse, paid tribute to the late President Geingob. 

Describing him as a compassionate leader who was dedicated to serving and uplifting others and an administrator, the public servants who diligently served the nation. 

It was through his humility that people knew who he was.

That is how the Namibian community in the United Kingdom described the late President Hage Geingob during a memorial service held in his honour in London on Saturday.