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World in brief: February 9, 2025
Sam Nujoma speaks during an election rally in Windhoek, Namibia, November 13, 2004

NAMIBIA: Sam Nujoma, the fiery freedom fighter who led Namibia to independence from apartheid South Africa in 1990 and served as its first president for 15 years, died today aged 95.

Mr Nujoma’s death was announced today by current Namibian President Nangolo Mbumba, who said Mr Nujoma died on Saturday night after being hospitalised in the capital, Windhoek.

INDIA: At least 31 suspected Maoist rebels and two police officials were killed today in the deadliest combat so far this year in central India, police said.

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