President Nandi-Ndaitwah opens Council of Traditional Leaders meeting in Ondangwa

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah arrived at Ekamuti Guesthouse in Ondangwa for the 26th Annual Meeting of the Council of Traditional Leaders, which runs from 8 to 12 September. According to the Namibian Presidency, she will officially open the gathering, reaffirming the government’s commitment to working with traditional leaders in shaping Namibia’s future.

The annual forum provides a platform for traditional leaders and the government to engage on national development priorities, cultural preservation, and challenges facing communities across the regions. Officials say the outcomes of the meeting will guide collaborative approaches in governance and service delivery, particularly in rural areas where traditional authorities remain central to local administration.