Shityuwete: A Gentle Giant of Liberation | Namibia News

Namibia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 2, 2026 · 1m

Helao Shityuwete, the gentle giant of Namibia’s liberation struggle and a former Robben Island prisoner who spent 18 years for his convictions, has died at 92. Known for his charisma, humor, and deep fatherhood — where he bathed, cooked, and taught his kids traditional recipes — he also fought tirelessly for workers’ dignity. Founder of the Namibian Former Robben Island Prisoners Trust, he ensured his fellow prisoners and their families weren’t forgotten. Now, Betuel Nuunyango is the last surviving member of the original 37 nationalists jailed in the 60s. His legacy? A life lived with…