From a teacher in the rural south of Namibia, Lucia Witbooi has ascended to the top echelons of state power, shattering the proverbial glass ceiling. Yesterday, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, herself at the centre of history, appointed Witbooi as Vice President, a first in the 35-year history of Namibia having both a woman as President and […]
The Vice-President of Ghana, Dr. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, and that of Uganda, Jessica Alupo, held courtesy meetings with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Opoku-Agyemang and Alupo led the Ghanaian and Ugandan delegations to attend the inauguration of President Nandi-Ndaitwah on Friday. They expressed support for President Nandi-Ndaitwah and the Namibian government. The two women leaders congratulated Dr. […]
African women leaders continue to celebrate President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s victory, highlighting the significance of her leadership on the continent. Among the notable figures in attendance was former South African Cabinet Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, who visited the President at State House. Dlamini-Zuma, who made history as the first woman to serve as chairperson of the African […]
Tourism Officer for the Erongo and Kunene regions, Suama Nambala, emphasised the need to enhance Namibia’s tourism industry, ensure the safety of tourists and promote world-class customer service as the 2025 cruise liner season gets underway in Walvis Bay. Several ships are set to dock throughout March, including the return of the MSC Musica, which […]
Omburo Fishing Enterprise has come to the rescue of Coblenz Combined School in the rural constituency of Okakarara by donating building materials and paints. Rapupara Tjipura, a shareholder of Omburo Fishing Enterprises, emphasised the importance of fostering economic growth and job creation through such initiatives. “Our primary focus is to develop the much-needed infrastructure in […]
Walvis Bay shuttle drivers have expressed frustration and anger towards Windhoek-based tourism agencies for “monopolising bookings and leaving fewer customers for smaller shuttle services in the township.” This is despite the influx of tourists brought in by cruise liners. Walvis Bay, a key destination, sees a significant number of international passengers arriving on cruise ships. […]
The tourism officer for the Erongo and Kunene regions, Suama Nambala, has highlighted the immense contribution cruise lines make to Namibia’s growing tourism sector, emphasising their vital role in providing a much-needed economic boost to the country. Nambala said Namibia’s stunning coastal landscape and unique wildlife have helped the country become a sought-after destination for […]
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reaffirmed Namibia’s commitment to working alongside fellow SADC countries to advance the region’s shared developmental aspirations for the benefit of current and future generations. In a statement to mark the Southern Africa Liberation Day, Dr. Nandi-Ndaitwah called on Namibians to jealously guard the freedom and the peace enjoyed as a result […]
Liberia’s former President, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, briefly met with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House after yesterday’s swearing-in. Johnson Sirleaf served as Liberia’s first elected woman President from 2006 to 2018. President Nandi-Ndaitwah is the second directly elected Head of State after Johnson Sirleaf on the African continent. She now joins the ranks of other […]
Venezuela’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yván Gil, extended felicitations on behalf of President Nicolas Maduro to newly sworn-in President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Namibia and Venezuela share strong bilateral relations forged during the struggle for independence. President Nandi-Ndaitwah, in her inaugural speech, called for the lifting of sanctions against Venezuela, Cuba, and Zimbabwe. “For Venezuela, this is […]
