Also known as: Madam Penehupifo Pohamba · former first lady Penehupifo Pohamba · Madame Penehupifo Pohamba · Lady Pohamba · Madam Pohamba · Meme Penehupifo
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The Namibian
Penehupifo Pohamba served as Namibia's second first lady from 2005 to 2015
“Pohamba served as Namibia's second first lady from 2005 to 2015.”
First gentleman Epaphras Ndaitwah pays tribute to Penehupifo PohambaWindhoek Observer
Penehupifo Pohamba died at the age of 78
“Pohamba, who died at the age of 78, occupied the position of First Lady from 2005 to 2015.”
SWAPO’S SUCCESSION IS NAMIBIA’S BUSINESSWindhoek Observer
Penehupifo Pohamba occupied the position of First Lady from 2005 to 2015
“Pohamba, who died at the age of 78, occupied the position of First Lady from 2005 to 2015.”
SWAPO’S SUCCESSION IS NAMIBIA’S BUSINESSWindhoek Observer
Penehupifo Pohamba died on Saturday, 17 October 2026, at age 78
“Namibia is mourning former First Lady Penehupifo Pohamba, who died on Saturday, 17 October 2026, at the age of 78, leaving behind a legacy of public service, women's empowerment and advocacy for maternal and child healthcare.”
Namibia mourns former First Lady Penehupifo PohambaWindhoek Observer
Penehupifo Pohamba served as President of the Organisation of African First Ladies Against HIV from 2011 to 2013
“Geingos noted that Pohamba served as President of the Organisation of African First Ladies Against HIV from 2011 to 2013, establishing its secretariat in Addis Ababa.”
Geingos pays tribute to PohambaWindhoek Observer
Penehupifo Pohamba drove the formal approval of staffing and operational structures for the Office of the First Spouse
“She further stated that Pohamba drove the formal approval of staffing and operational structures for what is now the Office of the First Spouse.”
Geingos pays tribute to PohambaThe Namibian
Penehupifo Pohamba died on 17 October 2026 at age 78
“President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has extended her condolences to former president Hifikepunye Pohamba and his family following the death of his wife, former first lady Penehupifo Pohamba, on Saturday.”
Nandi-Ndaitwah extends condolences to Pohamba familyThe Namibian
Penehupifo Pohamba has died at age 78
“Former first lady Penehupifo Pohamba has died. She was 78.”
Former first lady Penehupifo Pohamba diesNamibian Sun
Penehupifo Pohamba has died aged 78
“Former First Lady Penehupifo Pohamba, wife of Namibia's second president, Hifikepunye Pohamba, has died aged 78, state media has confirmed.”
BREAKING NEWS: Penehupifo Pohamba has diedNamibian Sun
Penehupifo Pohamba served as First Lady from 2005 to 2015
“She served as First Lady from 2005 to 2015, focusing on maternal and child health, women's empowerment and support for vulnerable communities.”
BREAKING NEWS: Penehupifo Pohamba has diedPenehupifo Pohamba, former First Lady and a nurse and midwife who championed women's empowerment and rural clinic access during her decade in State House, died on Saturday night at age 78 at the Windhoek hospital bearing her name.
13 hours ago · New Era →
Penehupifo Pohamba, former First Lady and a nurse and midwife who championed women's empowerment and rural clinic access during her decade in State House, died on Saturday night at age 78 at the Windhoek hospital bearing her name.
13 hours ago · New Era →
First gentleman Epaphras Ndaitwah praised former first lady Penehupifo Pohamba's humanitarian work in maternal and child healthcare, HIV-AIDS awareness, women's empowerment and community welfare during her tenure from 2005 to 2015, saying her legacy demonstrates that leadership is measured by lives touched and difference made in communities.
13 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Windhoek Observer argues that Swapo's internal leadership contest ahead of the 2027 Congress deserves national attention because the party's decisions shape government policy and national direction, with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah positioned to run unopposed while several candidates emerge for other top positions.
15 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Former First Lady Penehupifo Pohamba died on 17 October 2026 at age 78, leaving a legacy of public service, women's empowerment, and advocacy for maternal and child healthcare. Pohamba served as Namibia's second First Lady from 2005 to 2015 during her husband Hifikepunye Pohamba's presidency.
17 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Former First Lady Monica Geingos has described the death of her predecessor Penehupifo Pohamba as "devastating" and credited her with shaping her own tenure in the role, noting Pohamba's contributions to maternal and child health, HIV and AIDS advocacy, and the establishment of the Office of the First Spouse.
18 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has extended condolences to former president Hifikepunye Pohamba and his family following the death of his wife, former first lady Penehupifo Pohamba, on Saturday at age 78. Mubita announced her passing on behalf of the president and government, describing her life of service as leaving an enduring legacy.
18 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Penehupifo Pohamba, who served as Namibia's second first lady from 2005 to 2015, has died at age 78 in a northern hospital. She advocated for women's empowerment and the eradication of violence against women.
18 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Penehupifo Pohamba, wife of Namibia's second president Hifikepunye Pohamba and First Lady from 2005 to 2015, has died aged 78. A trained nurse and midwife, she focused her public advocacy on maternal and child health, women's empowerment, vulnerable communities, and Namibia's HIV and AIDS response.
18 October 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Denga Epaphras Ndaitwah (DEN) Impact Foundation, established by First Gentleman retired Lieutenant General Epaphras Denga Ndaitwah, was officially launched to empower Namibia's boys and young men through education, sport, agriculture, vocational training and mentorship. The foundation's four key pillars are agriculture, sport, education, and vocational and technical training.
19 August 2026 · Informanté →
Lady Pohamba Private Hospital has appointed Chartered Accountant Baronice Hans as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 September 2026. Hans joins from Bank Windhoek, where she served as Managing Director for nine years.
20 July 2026 · Informanté →
One Economy Foundation donated maternal and infant care items valued at $30,000 to former first lady Penehupifo Pohamba at her homestead in Ohangwena region, as recognition of her commitment to community development and women and children's welfare. The foundation also reported outcomes from a healthcare outreach programme in Ohangwena that provided sexual and reproductive health services to over 350 people.
8 June 2026 · The Namibian →