The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia's (ELCIN), retired Bishop Kleopas Dumeni, says the late Head of State was a great man and an exemplary humanitarian.
Dumeni says he had the privilege of meeting the late President Hage Geingob back in exile and has fond memories of working closely with him at the Council of Churches in Namibia and at a Lutheran World Federation meeting they both attended.
Municipalities and town councils in the Erongo Region also honoured the late President Hage Geingob through a memorial drive.
All emergency response vehicles in the region led the Memorial Drive convoy.
The parade aimed to give residents a moment to reflect on the service the late Geingob delivered to Namibia.
Workers spoke highly of the late president's service and leadership style at the Swakopmund municipality.
The children of the late President Hage Geingob shared fond memories of their father at a memorial service last night at Casa Rosalia.
The late Geingob's eldest daughter, Nangula Geingos, spoke about her father's love for every Namibian, describing him as someone who fathered the entire nation with equal love and concern.
Kayla Elago highlighted her father's inspirational nature and selflessness, expressing gratitude for his care and concern for others.
The government has allocated N$2.8 million to all 14 regions of the country towards the hosting of regional memorial services.
Each region received N$200,000.
So far, the Oshana, Hardap, and Kunene regions have hosted their memorial services.
Oshikoto, Ohangwena, and Kavango West Regions will host theirs on Wednesday, while Omusati and Kavango East memorial services will take place on Thursday.
Some of those who want to attend the late President Hage Geingob's funeral and memorial service are appealing to the government to provide transport.
Traditional Authorities in the Zambezi Region have paid homage to the late President Hage Geingob, describing him as having lived a life worth emulating by current and future generations.
The Masubia, Mayeyi, Mafwe, and Mashi Traditional Authorities say the memories of Dr. Geingob as a freedom fighter and persevering statesman are legacies that need to be honored.
Four political parties in Zambezi Region have commended the late President Hage Geingob as a leader of note who committed himself to Namibia's prosperity.
Political parties remarked on this at a regional memorial service organised by the regional council.
The National Democratic Party (NDP) representative, Success Musialike, noted that Dr. Geingob set a bar high for all Namibians in upholding high etiquette, values, and morals.
President Hage Geingob, during his tenure as president, proved his will to empower and trust the youth with responsibility.
Among the notable beneficiaries of his good intentions was Marius Sheya, who, at the age of 29, became the country's youngest Governor to head the Kunene Region in January 2018.
President Hage Geingob's efforts at promoting the youth to decision-making positions and helping them develop that way date back way before his taking office in 2015.
Today is Valentine's Day, a day celebrated around the world for love and romance. It is on this day that the late President Hage Geingob and his wife, Monica Geingos, would have celebrated nine years of their union today.
Despite her loss, the late President's widow describes him as her soulmate, highlighting that their bond was deeply rooted in traditional family values.
In a special interview recorded before President Hage Geingob passed away, Geingos opened up about their journey of love, courtship, and family life.
Chief Manasse Christian Zeraeua of the Zeraeua Royal House has joined scores of other traditional authority leaders mourning the death of the late President Hage Geingob, saying he will remember him as a Pan-Africanist.
The leader pointed out that he shared close relations with the late Dr. Geingob for the past 46 years.
Chief Zeraeua was speaking at a candlelight service at Omatjete Settlement in Omaruru Constituency in the Erongo Region.
The event started with traditional Herero cultural rituals to signal mourning.
In the wake of President Hage Geingob's passing last Sunday, a wave of condolences has been sweeping in from across the globe. National and international leaders have been extending their heartfelt tributes to the former First Lady Monica Geingos, the Geingo family, and the Namibian nation at large.
This outpouring of sympathy and respect underscores the profound impact President Geingob had both within Namibia and on the international stage, as the world joins in mourning the loss of a distinguished leader.
