Mr. Hamma Salama represented the Sahrawi Republic at the funeral of former Namibian President Sam Nujoma, held on March 1, 2025, in Windhoek. President Ndaitwah honored Nujoma’s legacy as Namibia’s founding father and reiterated support for the Sahrawi people’s struggle for independence. The event highlighted the enduring friendship between Namibia and the Sahrawi Republic.
On March 1, 2025, Mr. Hamma Salama, the President of the National Council, represented the President of the Republic and Secretary-General of the Polisario Front, Mr. Brahim Ghali, at the funeral of the late former Namibian President Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma. This solemn event took place at Heroes’ Acre, located in Windhoek, Namibia’s capital, and witnessed the attendance of several heads of state and various delegations that hold friendly ties with Namibia.
During the funeral, the newly elected President of Namibia, Ms. Nandi Ndaitwah, delivered an impactful speech that emphasized the virtues and struggles of President Nujoma. He was revered as the leader and founder of the SWAPO movement, which played a pivotal role in the armed struggle against the apartheid regime, ultimately leading Namibia to full independence. The speech celebrated his legacy as the founding father of Namibia.
President Ndaitwah also articulated the features of Namibia’s foreign policy, reaffirming the nation’s support for the Sahrawi people’s rightful quest for freedom and independence. On the periphery of the funeral proceedings, Mr. Salama engaged in discussions with Namibian leaders, including the interim President and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, as well as various delegations present at the event, highlighting the shared commitment to freedom and independence.
Accompanying the President of the National Council was Mr. Hamdi Khalil Mayara, Ambassador of the Sahrawi Republic to Namibia and Angola, who also attended the funeral. The gathering honored the memory and contributions of President Nujoma to the historical struggle for freedom and independence across Africa and globally.
The participation of Mr. Hamma Salama in the funeral of former Namibian President Sam Nujoma underscores the strong ties between Namibia and the Sahrawi Republic. President Ndaitwah’s speech celebrated Nujoma’s significant contributions to Namibia’s independence while reiterating Namibia’s ongoing support for the Sahrawi people’s quest for freedom. The event served as a poignant reminder of the shared values in the struggle for independence that continue to connect nations in Africa.
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