The family of the late President Hage Geingob has paid glowing tribute to the name recognition of the former President from the Pan-African perspective.

Former First Lady Monica Geingos and daughter Dangos Geingos say the family have continued to receive overwhelming support across the globe.

Former Miss Namibia and Miss Universe 1992, Michelle McLean-Bailey, was named as the Top Global Business Woman of the Year in Tourism Investment.

McLean-Bailey was honoured by the International Association of Top Professionals in Las Vegas, United States, on Saturday.

Namibia has been recognised for its leadership in advancing the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda at the United Nations in New York, marking 25 years since the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 1325.