Staff Reporter
PRESIDENT Hage Geingob has extended his condolences to the family and friends of former Windhoek mayor and medical doctor Björn Graf Finck von Finckenstein who died on Friday at the age of 63.
“I have learned with sadness about the passing of the first Swapo Mayor of Windhoek, Comrade Björn von Finckenstein. Upon our return from exile, as a Swapo member, he provided us with medical treatment, for which we shall be grateful, the President said.
“Indeed, our nation and the Swapo Party lost a talented and dynamic business leader who played a vital role in shaping the trajectory of the City of Windhoek and the development of its residents.”
Geingob stated that Von Finckenstein’s passing is even more devastating and difficult to accept because he passed away at an age when he could still contribute to the development of the country.
“As a nation, we shall draw strength and inspiration from his exceptional contributions in favour of a better City,” the President said.
“On behalf of the people and the Government of the Republic of Namibia, I wish to extend sincere condolences to his wife, Christine, the children, the entire family, comrades and friends.”
Von Finckenstein was the mayor of Windhoek from 1995 to 1998.
