Overview

• Namibian President Hage Geingob has been diagnosed with cancer and will begin treatment, according to a statement from his office.
• The diagnosis came after Geingob underwent a colonoscopy and a gastroscopy as part of routine medical checkups on January 8, followed by a biopsy which revealed cancerous cells.
• Despite the diagnosis, Geingob's office has stated that he will continue to carry out his presidential duties.
• Geingob, who is 82 years old, is due to finish his second and final term in office this year.
• Namibia is set to hold elections to choose a new leader in November.