Kathrada was a true patriot – Geingob

President Hage Geingob has described the late anti-apartheid icon Ahmed Kathrada as a true patriot who dedicated his early life to the liberation struggle of South Africa. Kathrada, who died on Tuesday after a short illness at the age of 87, was buried in Johannesburg yesterday. “In his long and illustrious political life, Comrade Kathrada acquired a stellar reputation and will always be remembered as a cadre, veteran and anti-apartheid activist who fought alongside and supported his fellow icon, President Nelson Mandela,” said Geingob. “Exemplifying a selfless nature, at an early age he chose to dedicate his life to the struggle for liberation of South Africa. Joining his fellow cadres in a heroic quest to end the oppression of black people in South Africa, he fought a good fight so that today, we can all truly be free.” Kathrada was one of iconic men who were arrested at Liliesleaf Farm and found guilty on charges including conspiracy and sabotage during the famous Rivonia Trial in Pretoria during 1963. He was also one of those sentenced to life in prison and hard labour at Robben Island. “Comrade Kathrada was a true patriot and the sad news of his passing will reverberate not only in South Africa, but also in Namibia and the world at large. South Africa has lost a true son of the soil,” said Geingob. STAFF REPORTER

Kathrada was a true patriot – Geingob

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Namibian Sun 2026-01-19

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Kathrada was a true patriot – Geingob

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