I feel for Africa – Kamuhanga
Jesse Jackson Kauraisa
WINDHOEK
Former Civics, Black Africa and African Stars winger Eslin Kamuhanga has expressed concern how Namibians and Africans will be able to survive during the coronavirus outbreak.
Kamuhanga, who no longer plays football, said he also feels sorry for sports people in Namibia, as all sport events have been called off.
In a telephonic interview from Hamburg, Germany, Kamuhanga said: “I really feel for my African brothers and sisters who are unable to make an income during these times.
“The truth is that the poor will suffer more during these testing times and the government really has to find ways to provide for those who will be affected.
“In Germany, food and money is being provided to those affected but I do not think it is the same case in Africa.”
The former Namibian international player also stressed the fact that many African countries will struggle to deal with the virus given the lack of proper sanitation and water in communal areas. He said the fact that developed countries have struggled to contain the virus and the number of deaths increase on a daily basis are huge causes for concern for African countries. Kamuhanga hopes that people will be looked after during the outbreak. “It is hard to ask for people to stay at home without providing what they need,” he added.
On athletes
The player has urged all athletes to remain hopeful and fit during this time.
Kamuhanga said doing basic exercises at home will work well for those who used to run and practice every day.
Life in Germany
Kamuhanga revealed that life in Germany at the moment has become stagnant given the situation the country faces.
“The most important thing now is that the government of Germany is looking after the people and there is no need for them to go look for things like water and other means to make money, contrary to Africa.
“We are confined to our homes and obeying the lockdown and social distancing in an attempt to curb the spread of this deadly virus.”
Message to friends and family
The former player maintained that Namibia will always be his home and people must take care of themselves during these times.
“I would like my people to know that I still love them and will keep them in my prayers.
“Please take care of yourselves and Namibia because it is the only country you have.”
WINDHOEK
Former Civics, Black Africa and African Stars winger Eslin Kamuhanga has expressed concern how Namibians and Africans will be able to survive during the coronavirus outbreak.
Kamuhanga, who no longer plays football, said he also feels sorry for sports people in Namibia, as all sport events have been called off.
In a telephonic interview from Hamburg, Germany, Kamuhanga said: “I really feel for my African brothers and sisters who are unable to make an income during these times.
“The truth is that the poor will suffer more during these testing times and the government really has to find ways to provide for those who will be affected.
“In Germany, food and money is being provided to those affected but I do not think it is the same case in Africa.”
The former Namibian international player also stressed the fact that many African countries will struggle to deal with the virus given the lack of proper sanitation and water in communal areas. He said the fact that developed countries have struggled to contain the virus and the number of deaths increase on a daily basis are huge causes for concern for African countries. Kamuhanga hopes that people will be looked after during the outbreak. “It is hard to ask for people to stay at home without providing what they need,” he added.
On athletes
The player has urged all athletes to remain hopeful and fit during this time.
Kamuhanga said doing basic exercises at home will work well for those who used to run and practice every day.
Life in Germany
Kamuhanga revealed that life in Germany at the moment has become stagnant given the situation the country faces.
“The most important thing now is that the government of Germany is looking after the people and there is no need for them to go look for things like water and other means to make money, contrary to Africa.
“We are confined to our homes and obeying the lockdown and social distancing in an attempt to curb the spread of this deadly virus.”
Message to friends and family
The former player maintained that Namibia will always be his home and people must take care of themselves during these times.
“I would like my people to know that I still love them and will keep them in my prayers.
“Please take care of yourselves and Namibia because it is the only country you have.”
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