President cuts Cabinet portfolios from 24 to 14

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has announced the composition of government, aimed at maximising the outcome and effectiveness of government. The move saw the establishment and abolition of some and the making of several alignments in various government offices, ministries and agencies. President Nandi-Ndaitwah said she made the changes in accordance with Article 32 sub-article 3 (g) […]

President announces her cabinet

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed a number of new ministers to key portfolios, while some former senior ministers who are part of the 8th Parliament do not feature in the Cabinet. The members of the executive were sworn in by Chief Justice Peter Shivute. The new appointee to the portfolio of Vice President is Lucia […]

President Nandi-Ndaitwah announces major government restructuring

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has announced a sweeping restructuring of government ministries and agencies aimed at streamlining operations and improving efficiency.  The new government will consist of 14 ministries and seven deputy ministers. The Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade will merge with the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation to consolidate trade and diplomatic efforts.  The […]

UN proposes new initiatives to tackle global crises

UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed says the world body has proposed initiatives aimed at dealing with crises emanating from financial challenges. Mohammed held brief discussions with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House, where she commended the Namibian leader’s ascendancy to the highest office. The UN Deputy Secretary-General was among the dignitaries who attended the inauguration […]

Namibia and Cuba strengthen bilateral ties

Namibia and Cuba will continue to strengthen their sound historical relations, which have seen cooperation in various fields over the years. This was reaffirmed during the meeting between President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and the Prime Minister of Cuba, Manuel Marrero Cruz, at State House. Prime Minister Marrero Cruz led the high-level Cuban delegation to attend the […]

Namibia’s 35th Independence Day Marks Historic Swearing-in of First Female President

Namibia marked its 35th Independence Day with the swearing-in of its first female president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.  The event was attended by various dignitaries and Heads of State, who shared their thoughts on the historic occasion. Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba expressed pride in witnessing the inauguration of Namibia’s first female president, calling it a historic moment […]