African Leaders Gather for Funeral of Namibia's 'Founding Father' Sam Nujoma
African leaders past and present gathered to bury Namibia's "founding father" Sam Nujoma, who challenged colonialism and a military occupation by South Africa's racist white minority government. The ceremony marked the end of Nujoma's 15-year rule, during which he sought to project himself as a unifying leader bridging political divides. Nujoma died at the age of 95 two weeks ago, leaving behind a legacy of both unity and intolerance.
- This monumental funeral marks not only the end of an era but also a turning point in Namibia's ongoing journey towards reconciliation with its troubled past.
- As African leaders continue to grapple with the complexities of nation-building, what lessons can be gleaned from Nujoma's life and legacy about balancing unity with critical dissent?