The African Energy Chamber (AEC) pays tribute to Dr. Sam Nujoma, former President of the Republic of Namibia, and extends its heartfelt condolences to his family and the people of Namibia. Dr. Nujoma was not only the country’s first democratically-elected president, but is revered as the country’s liberator and ‘Founding Father,’ having played a central role in fighting for Namibian independence. His loss marks the end of an era for Namibia, but his legacy as a visionary leader and a champion for national development will endure for generations to come.
Dr. Nujoma dedicated his life to securing Namibia’s freedom and laying the groundwork for its socio-economic growth. From his early years as a leader of the South West Africa People’s Organization to his presidency from 1990 to 2005, he guided Namibia through a period of transformation, fostering stability, reconciliation…
