insert_link NamibiaPresident Nandi-Ndaitwah delivers maiden UN General Assembly speech, calls for multilateralism and African representation New York, 24 September 2025 – President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah delivered her first address at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, underscoring Namibia’s commitment to peace, sustainable development, and global cooperation. As the country’s first female President, Nandi-Ndaitwah used the occasion to reflect on the United Nations’ founding principles, Namibia’s own independence journey, and the urgent need for reforms to give Africa a stronger voice on the world […] today25 September, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNew Appointment: Ambassador Penda Naanda to represent Namibia at the UN Ambassador Penda Naanda President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed Ambassador Penda Naanda as Namibia’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, effective immediately. Ambassador Naanda succeeds Ambassador Neville Gertze, who now serves as the Executive Director in the Private Office of the President. With a distinguished diplomatic career, Ambassador Naanda has previously served as the country's Ambassador to the Swiss Confederation and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office in […] today5 September, 2025
insert_link NamibiaConfusion at Independence Stadium as Tents Are Dismantled PACKING UP: At Windhoek’s Independence Stadium, the initial venue for today’s planned Independence celebration and inauguration of incoming president Netumbo Nadi-Ndaitwah, pitched tents are being dismantled. Law enforcement has told News on One that it’s unclear what is going to happen today at the stadium, if anything, taking into account that the event was moved to the State House yesterday due to expected thunderstorms. Despite this, members of the public […] today21 March, 2025
