About Jane Katjavivi
Lived 1952 – 2022 (aged 69–70). Jane Katjavivi was a Namibian writer.
Death
Katjavivi died on 9 August 2022 while en route to Windhoek, Namibia with her husband. They were returning from a visit to the United Kingdom. In extending condolences to her family, Namibian President Hage Geingob stated “After independence in 1990, as an accomplished author and passionate editor, Jane was instrumental in building Namibian literature.”
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Who was Jane Katjavivi?
Namibian writer and publisher
When was Jane Katjavivi born?
Jane Katjavivi was born in 1952 in Leeds.
When did Jane Katjavivi die?
Jane Katjavivi died on 9 August 2022.
What was Jane Katjavivi's occupation?
Jane Katjavivi was a writer.
What nationality was Jane Katjavivi?
Jane Katjavivi was Namibian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jane Katjavivi. https://biography.guide/jane-katjavivi/
MLA: "Jane Katjavivi." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jane-katjavivi/.
Chicago: "Jane Katjavivi." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jane-katjavivi/.
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