Namibia and Portugal are set to deepen their partnership, expanding cooperation in politics, trade, education, and sustainable development. Speaking at a media engagement, Portugal’s Ambassador to Namibia, Rui Carmo, outlined ambitious plans to boost investment and enhance cultural exchange between the two nations. A key milestone in this growing relationship is the upcoming fifth round […]
Somalia plans to draw inspiration from Namibia in reforming its civil service, while the Holy See urges nations to adopt a “diplomacy of hope” in international relations. The ambassadors of Somalia and the Holy See shared these perspectives after presenting their letters of credence to President Nangolo Mbumba at State House on Friday. After decades […]
Leaders of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) gathered in Harare on Friday to discuss the worsening security crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The extraordinary summit, called by SADC Chairperson Emmerson Mnangagwa, focused on strengthening efforts to restore peace and stability in the region. In a statement issued after the meeting, […]
Strengthening partnerships in education, agriculture, ICT, and skills development is high on the agenda for the newly accredited Heads of Mission to Namibia. Five of the eight diplomats who presented their letters of credence to President Nangolo Mbumba today emphasised these as key areas of cooperation while reaffirming their countries’ commitment to strong bilateral ties […]
President Nangolo Mbumba has expressed concern over the ongoing situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), warning that it could escalate beyond its borders and affect the entire region. Addressing members of the diplomatic community accredited to Namibia, Dr. Mbumba emphasised the need for stability in the region. His remarks came during the annual […]
Rwanda has reaffirmed its stance on the ongoing conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Rwanda’s High Commissioner to Namibia, Emmanuel Hategeka, says his country stands with Namibia in calling for a peaceful resolution to the crisis, as clashes between the DRC government forces and the M23 rebels continue to escalate. Despite accusations […]
The Office of the Prime Minister has sworn in Michael Mutonga and Habatte Doeses as Public Service Commissioners, filling two long-standing vacancies in the Public Service Commission structures. The public service commissioners were appointed at the end of last year by the National Assembly after being nominated by the President .
The East African Community (EAC) has called on the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government to engage all stakeholders, including M23 rebels and other armed groups, to address the ongoing conflict in the east. EAC leaders held an emergency virtual summit on Wednesday to discuss the crisis. In a statement, they urged all parties to […]
The U.S. Department of Human Services has advised all diplomatic missions in Washington to disregard the so-called “Trump Deportation List,” stating it is not valid. Namibia’s embassy confirmed the advisory from U.S. authorities. The list, which includes the names of alleged illegal immigrants facing deportation from the U.S., circulated on social media on Tuesday. Nineteen […]
The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry is expected to host elective and non-elective extraordinary general meetings at branch levels across the country next month. The announcement was made by its president at a press conference in Windhoek today. Bissey |Uirab noted that the EGMs will provide an opportunity to elect business leaders and representatives […]
