The Christian community in Namibia, more particularly those of Catholic faith, is mourning the death of Pope Francis. 

The head of the Catholic Church was the first non-European pope and served the Catholic community since 2013.

The Catholic community in Namibia is mourning, following the death of Pope Francis earlier today in Rome. 

The news has sent shockwaves across the globe.

Speaking to nbc News, Archbishop Liborius Nashenda expressed sorrow, shock and a profound sense of spiritual loss.