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Namibian Presidency

Also known as: the Namibian Presidency

Executive office led by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, overseeing agricultural development, police appointments, petroleum policy, and diplomatic operations.

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  1. May 2026
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. January 2026
  7. 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
Agriculture & Land

Nandi-Ndaitwah praises Uvhungu-Vhungu Green Scheme productivity

The News

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.

11 hours ago · Informanté

Yesterday

  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.

    11 hours ago · 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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