Inspector General of the Namibian Police, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, has thanked Namibians for the manner in which they conducted themselves during the mourning period of the late Founding President, Sam Nujoma.

The former chief pilot of Ethiopian Airlines, who flew the flight that brought Founding President Sam Nujoma back to Namibia in 1989, commended President Nangolo Mbumba for a befitting send-off accorded to the late leader.

President Nangolo Mbumba has expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming support from Namibians to accord a final send-off to Founding President Sam Nujoma, who was buried on Saturday.

As the state funeral of the late Founding President approaches, security forces are conducting a full-scale rehearsal to ensure a smooth and flawless procession in the capital city.

The convoy, scheduled for this Thursday, is being organized for the return of Dr. Nujoma's remains from the regions.

The public is urged not to take close-up pictures of the coffin of Namibia's Founding President, Sam Nujoma, during his state funeral proceedings.

Namibia is mourning the loss of its Founding President and Father of the Namibian Nation, Sam Nujoma, who passed away last Saturday.

Members of the Namibian Defence Force were reminded not to involve themselves in politics, apart from exercising their civic duty to vote.

This reminder came from the Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs, Frans Kapofi, during the annual staff meeting at the defence headquarters in Windhoek.

The Motor Vehicle Accident Fund has cautioned motorists to be considerate during this solemn time.

The Minister of Information and Communication Technology announced the pick-up points for those wishing to attend the memorial service from within the |Khomas Region.

The procession of the late President Hage Geingob is expected this Friday afternoon.