The death of Namibia's Founding President, Sam Nujoma, marked the end of the leaders or founders of the liberation movements that led struggles to break free from colonial oppression.
The history of Southern Africa in the 20th century was dominated by the rise of apartheid colonialism.
Namibia celebrated its independence in 1990, for which its people waited for decades following a protracted war against the colonial South African occupation.
"Some of us look great because we are standing on the shoulders of giants".
These were the words of nbc Director General Stanley Similo during an interview focused on the broadcaster's extensive coverage of the Founding President's final farewell.
Community members living in and around the town of Nkurenkuru, in the Kavango West Region, met at the Nkurenkuru Expo Hall to watch the live screening of the Founding President's funeral.
The screening was organised by MICT, Kavango West.
The solemn procession carrying the remains of Namibia's Founding President passed through historically significant areas, including the Old Location, where the struggle for liberation began.
As the nation bid farewell to its Founding President, Namibians from all walks of life came together to pay their final respects.
Erongo Governor Neville Andre has described the late Dr. Sam Nujoma as a freedom fighter and a visionary leader who understood the critical importance of economic independence for the prosperity and sovereignty of the Namibian people.
At the corner of Sam Nujoma Road and Robert Mugabe Avenue, public members came as early as 7 AM, waiting for the procession, singing hymns and political songs.
At Moses ||Garoëb Drive, the nbc News team caught up with the children of the late ||Garoëb, another liberation hero.
As Namibia mourns the passing of its Founding President, Dr. Sam Nujoma, preparations for his state funeral are nearing completion.
A resident of Avis Lazarus Nafidi has praised the late Founding President Sam Nujoma for his contribution to the country's energy sector.
The Swapo Party Vice President says the Office of the Founding President in the new Swapo Party National headquarters will now be converted to the Sam Nujoma Museum.
