Also known as: Cuban Ambassador to Namibia Sergio Vigoa de la Uz · Ambassador of Cuba · Your Excellency Sergio Vigoa de la Uz · Ambassador Sergio Vigoa de la Uz · Cuban Ambassador Sergio Vigoa de la Uz · Sergio Luis Vigoa De La Uz · Ambassador De la Uz
Cuba's ambassador to Namibia who presented findings on US blockade costs and facilitated bilateral healthcare and pharmaceutical cooperation.
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The Namibian
Sergio Luis Vigoa de la Uz presented findings on US blockade impact during media briefing
“Cuba's ambassador to Namibia, Sergio Luis Vigoa de la Uz, presented the findings during a media briefing last week on the country's 2026 report on the impact of the United States' economic, commercial and financial blockade.”
Cuba faces 20-hour power cuts as US blockade costs N$134bnThe Namibian
The ambassador said tightened US restrictions have worsened electricity shortages and disrupted healthcare, education, food production and transport
“The ambassador says tightened United States (US) restrictions, particularly measures targeting fuel supplies, have worsened electricity shortages and disrupted healthcare, education, food production and transport.”
Cuba faces 20-hour power cuts as US blockade costs N$134bnNew Era
Sergio Luis Vigoa De La Uz says US blockade against Cuba cost N$132.16 billion in one year and is human rights violation
“The Cuban ambassador to Namibia, Sergio Luis Vigoa De La Uz says the United States' blockade against Cuba, which cost the Caribbean island over N$132.16 billion (US$8 billion) in one year, is a human rights violation.”
US sanctions cost Cuba N$132bn in one yearNamibian Sun
Sergio Vigoa de la Uz spoke at a press conference in Windhoek presenting an official report on the American blockade impact
“Cuban ambassador to Namibia, Sergio Vigoa de la Uz, spoke at a press conference in Windhoek this morning, presenting an official report on the devastating impact of the American blockade and sanctions on the people of the island nation.”
WATCH: Cuba callingWindhoek Observer
Cuban Ambassador Sergio Vigoa de la Uz said about two tonnes of medical supplies had already been procured and were ready for shipment
“Cuban Ambassador Sergio Vigoa de la Uz said about two tonnes of medical supplies had already been procured and were ready for shipment.”
A gala that turned solidarity into actionWindhoek Observer
Cuban Ambassador Sergio Vigoa de la Uz said funds had already been used to procure about two tonnes of medical supplies
“Cuban Ambassador Sergio Vigoa de la Uz said funds raised through the campaign had already been used to procure about two tonnes of medical supplies, which he said were ready to be shipped to Cuba.”
Cuba solidarity campaign raises N$2.6m…as “mysterious donor” pledges N$17mInformanté
Cuban Ambassador Sergio Vigoa de la Uz said initiative demonstrated depth of relationship between two countries
“Cuban Ambassador to Namibia Sergio Vigoa de la Uz thanked the Namibian Government and those who contributed to the campaign, saying the initiative demonstrated the depth of the relationship between the two countries.”
Namibia raises N$2.6 million in solidarity with CubaWindhoek Observer
Cuban Ambassador Sergio Vigoa de la Uz expressed gratitude to the Namibian people, organisations and institutions that contributed to the campaign
“This was revealed by Cuban Ambassador to Namibia Sergio Vigoa de la Uz who expressed gratitude to the Namibian people, organisations and institutions that contributed to the campaign, saying the support would facilitate the delivery of medical supplies and solar-panel kits for electricity generation to Cuba.”
Namibia raises N$700 000 for Cuba, renews embargo callNew Era
Cuba's Ambassador to Namibia, Sergio Vigoa de la Uz called the US embargo "a silent genocide of the Cuban people"
“Speaking in Windhoek late last year, Cuba's Ambassador to Namibia, Sergio Vigoa de la Uz, called the US embargo "a silent genocide of the Cuban people."”
Business Editorial – It’s time to end cruel siege on CubaNew Era
Cuba's Ambassador to Namibia Sergio Vigoa de la Uz described the US embargo as a 'silent genocide'
“Late last year, Cuba's Ambassador to Namibia, Sergio Vigoa de la Uz, was blunt in his assessment. Speaking in Windhoek ahead of Havana's annual appeal at the United Nations last October, he described the US embargo as a "silent genocide".”
Nujoma foundation slams US economic siegeCuba's ambassador to Namibia presented findings stating that the United States' economic blockade cost the island N$133.9 billion between March 2025 and February 2026, with Cuban households enduring power cuts exceeding 20 hours as sanctions have worsened energy, healthcare, and food production.
25 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Cuba's ambassador to Namibia presented findings stating that the United States' economic blockade cost the island N$133.9 billion between March 2025 and February 2026, with Cuban households enduring power cuts exceeding 20 hours as sanctions have worsened energy, healthcare, and food production.
25 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Cuba's ambassador to Namibia says the United States blockade cost Cuba over N$132.16 billion (US$8 billion) in one year, affecting the island's trade, health, and education sectors. He characterized the blockade as a human rights violation and collective punishment that violates international law.
23 October 2026 · New Era →
Cuba's ambassador to Namibia discussed the impact of American sanctions and blockade on Cuba, thanked Namibia for a donation of medical supplies expected to arrive in about a month and a half, and drew attention to an upcoming UN General Assembly vote on lifting the American blockade.
22 October 2026 · Namibian Sun →
A Cuba gala dinner hosted by Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare raised over N$2.6 million in support of Cuba amid US-imposed hardship, with major pledges from state enterprises including Namibre (N$1m) and Namport (N$200,000). President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called on Namibians to contribute, citing the country's moral responsibility to Cuba for its support during Namibia's liberation struggle.
18 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare hosted a Cuba Solidarity Gala Dinner organised with the Namibia-Cuba Solidarity Association, which raised approximately N$2.6 million through ticket sales and pledges to assist Cuba during its economic and humanitarian difficulties.
18 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A Windhoek fundraising gala for Cuba raised about N$2.6 million for medical supplies and solar equipment, while Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare announced a separate N$17 million contribution from an unnamed donor. The prime minister's office later declined to clarify details of the N$17 million pledge, stating it was focusing only on the money raised during the gala.
18 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia raised N$2.6 million in support of Cuba at a solidarity gala dinner in Windhoek, with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah calling on Namibians to continue supporting Cuba in recognition of its assistance during Namibia's liberation struggle and decades of cooperation in healthcare, education, agriculture, engineering and sport since 1990.
17 September 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called for continued solidarity with Cuba at a gala dinner, emphasizing Namibia's enduring bonds with Cuba forged through their shared liberation struggle and historical sacrifices.
17 September 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah delivered a statement honouring the centenary of Fidel Castro's birth and his legacy of support for oppressed peoples and Africa's struggles, emphasizing Castro's role in shaping Namibia's history.
14 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian people and organisations have raised over N$700,000 through a humanitarian campaign to support Cuba, with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah renewing calls for the complete and unconditional lifting of the US economic embargo against the Caribbean nation. The funds will be used to deliver medical supplies and solar-panel kits for electricity generation to Cuba.
14 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said the best way to honour fallen liberation heroes is for Namibians to work together in unity for socio-economic development, speaking at the Cassinga Day commemoration in Omusati Region. The commemoration marked the 4 May 1978 attack on the Cassinga refugee camp in Angola, where more than 600 people reportedly died.
5 May 2026 · New Era →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will address the main Cassinga Day commemoration in Olukekete village in the Omusati Region, alongside National Assembly Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila and other dignitaries. The event honours Namibians killed on 4 May 1978, when the South African Defence Force attacked a SWAPO base at Cassinga in southern Angola.
4 May 2026 · Informanté →
New Era editorial argues the six-decade US economic embargo on Cuba is a "man-made humanitarian crisis" that has failed its political objectives while causing severe suffering to ordinary Cubans through trade bans, financial restrictions, and energy shortages. The piece calls for the United States to lift the embargo and allow Cuba to rejoin the global economy, noting Namibia's historical solidarity with Cuba and international opposition to the blockade.
27 February 2026 · New Era →
The Sam Nujoma Foundation has described Cuba's worsening economic conditions as a "man-made humanitarian crisis" caused by intensified US sanctions that have morphed from a Cold War trade embargo into a complex web of financial and secondary sanctions. The crisis has deepened since Venezuela cut off oil supplies after January political changes, triggering rolling blackouts, medicine shortages and tourism decline that Cuban and regional officials warn threatens the island's survival and stability across the Caribbean.
27 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibia and Cuba are advancing plans for a joint state-of-the-art pharmaceutical plant designed to boost Namibia's pharmaceutical self-reliance and enable SADC exports, following bilateral talks between Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare and Cuba's ambassador. The countries are also considering introducing Cuba's Family Doctor health model in Namibia, building on existing cooperation that has trained 173 Namibian medical students in Cuba and deployed 93 Cuban health professionals across Namibian public health facilities.
22 January 2026 · New Era →