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Namibian Presidency

Also known as: the Namibian Presidency

Institutional office of Namibia's head of state, headed by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, overseeing bilateral relations, agricultural oversight, and policy coordination.

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  1. June 2026
  2. Informanté

    Namibian Presidency reaffirmed Namibia's friendship and solidarity with Venezuela during the difficult period

    Source

    The President expressed confidence that Venezuela would overcome the crisis through the strength and determination of its people, while reaffirming Namibia's friendship and solidarity with the South American nation during the difficult period.

    Nandi-Ndaitwah expresses solidarity with Venezuela after deadly earthquakes
  3. Informanté

    Namibian Presidency announced Namibia and Tanzania signed MoUs on trade, agriculture, defence, and SME development

    Source

    This was announced by the Namibian Presidency, which revealed that the MoUs were the culmination of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's recent three-day state visit to Tanzania.

    Namibia, Tanzania sign key MoUs to strengthen bilateral ties
  4. Informanté

    The Namibian Presidency stated that both leaders reaffirmed longstanding and fraternal relations between Namibia and South Africa

    Source

    "The meeting provided an opportunity for the two leaders to reaffirm the longstanding and fraternal relations between Namibia and South Africa, rooted in a shared history of liberation and strengthened through decades of cooperation and mutual support," the Namibian Presidency said.

    President Nandi-Ndaitwah and Ramaphosa reaffirm strong Namibia–South Africa ties
  5. May 2026
  6. Informanté

    The Namibian Presidency has distanced itself from promotional material about a Presidential Business Delegation & Leisure Tour

    Source

    THE Namibian Presidency has distanced itself from promotional material circulating about a so-called "Presidential Business Delegation & Leisure Tour to Namibia"

    Presidency issues warning over unauthorised promotional material
  7. Informanté

    The Presidency expressed concern over circulation of material allegedly linked to AAEF, GIAA, Ayanda Media, News Central TV

    Source

    In a statement, the Presidency expressed concern over the circulation of material allegedly linked to organisations including the African Ambassadors Economic Forum (AAEF), the Global Initiative for the Advancement of Africa (GIAA), Ayanda Media, News Central TV, and the Invest in Africa Expo & Business Summit.

    Presidency issues warning over unauthorised promotional material
  8. Informanté

    Namibian Presidency announced Nainda's appointment as Acting Inspector General

    Source

    The appointment was announced by the Namibian Presidency, with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah entrusting Nainda to lead the force in an acting capacity for one year, effective immediately.

    Inside the career of Namibia’s acting police boss
  9. Informanté

    Namibian Presidency announced appointment of Anne-Marie Nainda as Acting Inspector General

    Source

    THE Namibian Presidency has announced that Her Excellency Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia, has appointed Major General Anne-Marie Nainda as the Acting Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, with immediate effect.

    Presidency announces appointment of Acting Inspector General of the Namibian Police
  10. January 2026
  11. Informanté

    The Namibian Presidency denied reports that certain ambassadorial appointments and redeployments were conducted in secrecy

    Source

    THE Namibian Presidency has denied reports suggesting that certain ambassadorial appointments and redeployments were conducted in secrecy.

    Presidency sheds clarity on redeployment and appointment of heads of mission
World & Region

Namibia, South Africa meet to deepen 150 bilateral agreements

The News

Presidents Nandi-Ndaitwah and Ramaphosa are set to meet in Pretoria to co-chair the Fourth Session of the Namibia-South Africa Bi-National Commission, with directives expected to strengthen trade, investment, border management, infrastructure and energy cooperation between the two countries. Several new agreements and memoranda of understanding are also expected to be signed.

16 July 2026 · New Era

Thursday 16 July

  1. Namibia, South Africa meet to deepen 150 bilateral agreements

    Presidents Nandi-Ndaitwah and Ramaphosa are set to meet in Pretoria to co-chair the Fourth Session of the Namibia-South Africa Bi-National Commission, with directives expected to strengthen trade, investment, border management, infrastructure and energy cooperation between the two countries. Several new agreements and memoranda of understanding are also expected to be signed.

    16 July 2026 · New Era

Monday 6 July

  1. Namibian President visits Guangzhou for China ties

    President Nandi-Ndaitwah held high-level talks in Guangzhou with Chinese officials to reaffirm commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and expanding economic cooperation between the two countries.

    6 July 2026 · Informanté

Saturday 27 June

  1. Nandi-Ndaitwah conveys Namibia's solidarity with Venezuela after earthquakes

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has expressed Namibia's condolences and solidarity to Venezuela following devastating earthquakes that caused loss of life, injuries and widespread destruction. She extended condolences to bereaved families and commended the resilience of the Venezuelan people and emergency response efforts.

    27 June 2026 · Informanté

Monday 22 June

  1. Namibia, Tanzania sign trade and defence cooperation MoUs

    Namibia and Tanzania have signed several Memoranda of Understanding to strengthen cooperation in trade, agriculture, defence, and small and medium-sized enterprises, following President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's three-day state visit to Tanzania. High-level talks between the two presidents covered trade, mining, regional integration, investment, agriculture and infrastructure development.

    22 June 2026 · Informanté

  2. President Nandi-Ndaitwah revisits exile home in Dar es Salaam

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah returned to the house in Magomeni, Dar es Salaam, where she lived from 1980 to 1986 as SWAPO's chief representative in East Africa, and met former neighbours who sheltered her during Namibia's liberation struggle.

    22 June 2026 · Informanté

Wednesday 17 June

  1. President travels to Ghana for reparations conference, Tanzania visit

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is attending a High-Level Consultative Conference on reparatory justice in Accra, Ghana on 18–19 June 2026, hosted by Ghana's President as African Union Champion for Reparations. The conference brings together African leaders and stakeholders to discuss implementation of a UN resolution recognising the transatlantic slave trade and enslavement of Africans as crimes against humanity, and aims to develop a Global Post-Adoption Framework for reparatory justice and restitution.

    17 June 2026 · Informanté

Monday 15 June

  1. President launches book on unity, prosperity and transformation

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah launched her book "Building Namibia's Future: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's Roadmap to Unity, Prosperity and Transformation," describing it as a call to action for Namibians to contribute to national development and inclusive growth. The publication captures the President's leadership journey and vision, with themes aligned to the Eighth Administration's priorities including ethical leadership, accountability, education, and skills development.

    15 June 2026 · Informanté

Saturday 13 June

  1. Namibia and South Africa reaffirm bilateral ties, regional cooperation

    President Nandi-Ndaitwah met with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in Johannesburg, where both leaders reaffirmed longstanding fraternal relations rooted in shared liberation history and committed to expanding cooperation across trade, defence, education, infrastructure, and energy through frameworks including SADC and SACU.

    13 June 2026 · Informanté

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Obasanjo, Nandi-Ndaitwah discuss trade, investment cooperation

    Former Nigerian President Obasanjo held talks with President Nandi-Ndaitwah to strengthen trade and investment cooperation between Namibia and Nigeria, and to discuss Africa's response to global uncertainties and conflicts. The leaders emphasised the importance of African engagement and peaceful solutions to international developments.

    9 June 2026 · Informanté

Wednesday 3 June

  1. President Nandi-Ndaitwah concludes Green Scheme inspection tour

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah completed her follow-up visits to Government-supported Green Schemes with an inspection of the Ndonga Linena scheme in Kavango East, where she was briefed on projected maize output of about 4,754 tonnes from 574 hectares, ongoing winter crop production, and operational challenges including high transportation costs and market access issues.

    3 June 2026 · Informanté

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Nandi-Ndaitwah praises Uvhungu-Vhungu Green Scheme productivity

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has expressed satisfaction with progress at the Uvhungu-Vhungu Green Scheme in Kavango East Region after the project reached full utilisation of its agricultural land for the first time. The President reaffirmed that Green Scheme projects will remain a Government priority with regular oversight to ensure sustained agricultural growth.

    2 June 2026 · Informanté

Saturday 30 May

  1. President visits Etunda Green Scheme agricultural projects

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah toured the Etunda Green Scheme in Omusati Region to assess farming operations, value-addition projects, and expansion plans, including banana and grape plantations and a feedlot under construction. The visit forms part of an ongoing regional agricultural tour focused on productivity, rural development, and food security.

    30 May 2026 · Informanté

Friday 8 May

  1. Presidency warns against unauthorised promotional material

    The Namibian Presidency has distanced itself from promotional material circulating about a "Presidential Business Delegation & Leisure Tour to Namibia" and warned the public and investors against misleading claims suggesting official endorsement. The Presidency stated it is not associated with, has not endorsed, and was not consulted regarding the use of the President's name, image or office in the material.

    8 May 2026 · Informanté

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Major General Anne-Marie Nainda appointed acting police inspector general

    Major General Anne-Marie Nainda has been appointed Acting Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force for one year, effective immediately, replacing Joseph Shikongo. She brings decades of experience in national and international policing, including roles as Deputy Inspector-General, INTERPOL Executive Committee member representing Africa, and previous assignments in regional command and INTERPOL specialized positions.

    6 May 2026 · Informanté

Tuesday 5 May

  1. President appoints Major General Nainda as Acting Inspector General

    President Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed Major General Anne-Marie Nainda as Acting Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, effective immediately, for a one-year term. She replaces Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo and is described as a seasoned law enforcement professional with extensive experience in senior command roles.

    5 May 2026 · Informanté

Wednesday 22 April

  1. Oil sector must adapt to geopolitical shifts, Shilunga says

    Kornelia Shilunga, Head of the Upstream Petroleum Unit in the Presidency, urged Namibia's oil and gas sector to identify new trade corridors, invest in resilient infrastructure, and strengthen partnerships amid global geopolitical tension. She called on stakeholders to remain alert to commodity markets, trade dynamics, and shipping security while investing in Namibia's oil and gas development.

    22 April 2026 · Informanté

Sunday 22 March

  1. President marks 36th Independence Day, reaffirms international partnerships

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah celebrated Namibia's 36th Independence Day by reflecting on the country's sovereignty since 1990 and expressing gratitude for global support during the liberation struggle. She reaffirmed Namibia's commitment to strengthening international cooperation in trade, investment, and sustainable development while addressing socio-economic challenges and youth empowerment.

    22 March 2026 · Informanté

Monday 9 March

  1. President meets SWANU leaders on land, genocide, agriculture

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah held consultations with South West Africa National Union (SWANU) at State House to discuss national issues including land reform, genocide negotiations, agriculture financing, and water challenges facing farmers. The meeting was part of ongoing efforts to strengthen engagement with political parties represented in the National Assembly.

    9 March 2026 · Informanté

Saturday 31 January

  1. President welcomes Galp-TotalEnergies merger, touts job creation

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah met with management from Galp and TotalEnergies to discuss their merger and partnership, expressing support and highlighting the partnership's expected employment benefits for Namibian youth. The President emphasised that Namibia has created a conducive business environment for investors operating within the law.

    31 January 2026 · Informanté

Tuesday 13 January

  1. Presidency denies secrecy in ambassadorial appointments and redeployments

    The Namibian Presidency has denied reports that certain ambassadorial appointments and redeployments were conducted secretly, stating that heads of mission are commissioned once and may be redeployed in line with established diplomatic practice. The Presidency explained that diplomatic processes including the presentation of Letters of Credence differ between host countries, and that a collective announcement was issued once the process had sufficiently progressed.

    13 January 2026 · Informanté

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