Namibia launched a commemorative banknote on March 5, 2025, honoring late President Hage Geingob, who passed away on February 4, 2024. The 60-Namibian-dollar note serves as both a collector’s item and legal tender, symbolizing Geingob’s 60 years of service. A new series of banknotes and coins will be introduced by the Bank of Namibia in June.
On March 5, 2025, Namibian President Nangolo Mbumba officially introduced the Hage Geingob commemorative banknote during a ceremony held in Windhoek. This initiative commemorates the remarkable contributions of the late former president, Hage Geingob, who passed away on February 4, 2024, while undergoing cancer treatment.
President Mbumba praised Geingob as a “nation builder,” attributing the unique banknote as a testament to his vision and significant impact on Namibia. This 60-Namibian-dollar note, printed as a one-off collector’s item, will also function as legal tender.
Bank of Namibia Governor Johannes Gawaxab remarked on Geingob’s 60 years of dedicated service to the nation, beginning from his time in exile through to his leadership of independent Namibia. The number 60 is imbued with symbolic significance, reflecting his extensive commitment to Namibia.
Gawaxab announced that a new series of banknotes and coins will be released in June, featuring modern security measures intended to enhance their resilience and security. In a related historical context, in 2020, the Bank of Namibia issued its first commemorative banknote, the 30 Namibian dollar note, celebrating the country’s 30th independence anniversary and integrating the faces of key Namibian leaders, symbolizing the legacy of peace and stability.
The launch of the Hage Geingob commemorative banknote serves as a poignant tribute to the late president’s enduring legacy and contributions to Namibia. As a collector’s item and legal tender, this note embodies national pride and remembrance. Looking ahead, the planned introduction of a new series of banknotes reflects ongoing efforts to enhance currency security while honoring Namibia’s history and advancements.
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