Ministry of International Relations

Namibia urges caution amid Iran-Israel escalation

World leaders are urging caution as Iran's missile and drone strikes on Israel escalate tensions in the Middle East. The attacks were retaliation for an airstrike on Iran's consular building in Syria. The situation has intensified as the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza persists. Ambassador Penda Naanda, the executive director of the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation. Through its mission at the United Nations, Iran […]

April 15, 2024 71

Namibia

Namibia supports UN resolution on Gaza conflict

After 171 days of war in Gaza, the United Nations Security Council has adopted a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire for the month of Ramadan respected by all parties, and leading to a lasting sustainable ceasefire. Namibia has welcomed the move responding to a war that has killed over 32,000 people. The Executive Director in the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, Penda Naanda.

March 26, 2024 47

Africa

UN declares 2023 as International Year of Millet

The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2023 as the International Year of Millet/Mahangu, with the aim of increasing public awareness of the health benefits of millets and their suitability for cultivation under tough conditions marked by climate change. Here is the Deputy Executive Director in the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, Sabine Böhlke-Möller.

November 21, 2023 20