Sam Nujoma Jr.
Namibian politician (born 1991)
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Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma Jr. (born October 1991) is a Namibian politician currently serving as governor of Khomas Region. He is the grandson of Sam Nujoma, who was president from 1990 to 2005.[1]
Sam Nujoma | |
|---|---|
| Governor of Khomas Region | |
| Assumed office 28 March 2025 | |
| President | Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah |
| Preceded by | Laura McLeod-Katjirua |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma October 1991 (age 34) |
| Party | SWAPO Party of Namibia |
| Parent(s) | Utoni Nujoma (father) |
| Occupation | Politician |
Political career
Nujoma's political career began in 2010 when he joined the SWAPO Party Youth League and became a section chairman in its grassroots structures. He later rose through the ranks and became a member of SPYL's Central Committee, where he serves as secretary of the Khomas Region. He is also a member of the SWAPO Party Khomas Regional Executive Committee.[1]
In December 2020, Nujoma became a member of the Windhoek Municipal Council. He was elected in February 2023 to serve as the chairman of the Windhoek council's management committee, which is the Municipal Council's second-highest decision-making body. He served as the chairman of the council advisory committee on financial sustainability, performance management, and policy. He also was a member of the Association of Local Authorities of Namibia, and was chairperson of its finance committee.[1]
On 28 March 2025 Nujoma was appointed by president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as governor of Khomas Region.[2]