Also known as: Chinese ambassador to Namibia Zhao Weiping · Chinese ambassador Zhao Weiping · Your Excellency Zhao Weiping · H.E. Zhao Weiping
Chinese ambassador to Namibia who announced expanded bilateral support and funding for housing, agriculture, and educational exchanges in 2026.
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The Namibian
His Excellency Zhao Weiping provided valued support through the Chinese Embassy
“to His Excellency Zhao Weiping, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Namibia, and the Chinese Embassy for their valued support and for gracing us with their presence”
Junior MP Emma Tangi Muteka Urges Youth to Turn Their Voices and Influence into ActionThe Namibian
Chinese ambassador to Namibia Zhao Weiping says the launch is a significant step in strengthening financial connectivity between Namibia, China and the global economy
“Chinese ambassador to Namibia Zhao Weiping says the launch is a significant step in strengthening financial connectivity between Namibia, China and the global economy.”
Bank launches China payment systemWindhoek Observer
Zhao Weiping, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Namibia welcomed the launch as an important step in deepening economic relations between the two countries
“Zhao Weiping, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Namibia, welcomed the launch as an important step in deepening economic relations between the two countries.”
Standard Bank to enable direct payments with ChinaThe Namibian
Chinese ambassador to Namibia Zhao Weiping described the visit as a "complete success"
“Speaking at his first media briefing of the year yesterday, Chinese ambassador to Namibia Zhao Weiping described the visit as a "complete success".”
China visit to boost trade and investment tiesWindhoek Observer
Chinese Ambassador Zhao Weiping made announcements including new grant funding, market access, scholarships, healthcare cooperation, mining partnerships
“Judging from the announcements made by Chinese Ambassador Zhao Weiping, there is certainly no shortage of ambition.”
China’s promises are welcome, but Namibia must insist on resultsWindhoek Observer
Chinese Ambassador Zhao Weiping described the visit as a complete success with far-reaching significance
“Zhao described the visit as "a complete success" that would have "far-reaching significance" for relations between the two countries, saying Presidents Xi Jinping and Nandi-Ndaitwah had agreed to strengthen political ties and expand practical cooperation across several sectors.”
China pledges grants, market access after NNN visitThe Namibian
Chinese ambassador Zhao Weiping said the donation marks a new chapter in sport cooperation between the two countries
“"The donation marks a new chapter in sport cooperation between the two countries and expresses hope for increased exchanges between Namibian and Chinese athletes and sport institutions," Zhao said.”
China gifts Namibia 1 000 pairs of running shoesInformanté
Chinese Ambassador Zhao Weiping reported that the 15th Chinese medical team treated more than 19,000 patients over 18 months
“According to Chinese Ambassador to Namibia Zhao Weiping, the 15th Chinese medical team, whose term ended last year, treated more than 19,000 patients over an 18-month period.”
Namibia-China friendship reaches 35 years with focus on healthcare cooperationInformanté
Chinese Ambassador Zhao Weiping said the grant reflects China's continued commitment to supporting Namibia's development
“Speaking at the signing ceremony, Chinese Ambassador to Namibia Zhao Weiping said the grant reflects China's continued commitment to supporting Namibia's social and economic development.”
Namibia, China sign N$486 million grant agreement to support development projectsThe Namibian
Chinese ambassador Zhao Weiping visited Tsumis Arid Zone Agricultural Centre
“The assessment follows a visit to the centre by the agriculture ministry's acting executive director, Alfred Sikopo, and Chinese ambassador Zhao Weiping.”
China-backed agricultural project trains 121 farmersFritz Hangue has been appointed Chairperson of the Fourth Junior National Council and pledged inclusive leadership, committing to create a space where all members feel heard and their perspectives are expressed freely and respectfully.
1 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Fritz Hangue has been appointed Chairperson of the Fourth Junior National Council and pledged inclusive leadership, committing to create a space where all members feel heard and their perspectives are expressed freely and respectfully.
1 September 2026 · The Namibian →
National Council Chairperson Lukas Muha opened the 1st Session of the 4th Junior National Council (JNC) on 31 August, which runs until 04 September 2026. The JNC, formalised in 2013 and inaugurated in 2017, serves as a platform for school-going youth to express views and debate issues of community, regional, national and international importance, while nurturing leadership qualities and promoting civic engagement.
1 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Junior National Council member Emma Tangi Muteka delivered remarks at the close of the 1st Session of the 4th Junior National Council, emphasizing that young Namibians who participate in the programme do not simply participate but contribute, challenge, and lead. The session focused on universal access to water, sanitation and hygiene for Namibian children.
1 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Standard Bank Namibia has launched its Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS) capability, becoming the first bank in Namibia to give clients direct access to China's international payment system. The capability is expected to strengthen financial connectivity between Namibia and China by enabling faster, more efficient and cost-effective cross-border payments for businesses trading and investing between the two countries.
11 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Standard Bank Namibia has launched Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS) capability, becoming the first bank in Namibia to offer direct access to China's payment infrastructure for RMB transactions, enabling faster and more cost-effective cross-border payments for businesses trading between the two countries.
11 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's state visit to China is expected to usher in a new phase of bilateral relations, with eight bilateral agreements signed covering education, agriculture, trade and economic cooperation, and China pledging additional grant funding for development projects in Namibia.
29 July 2026 · The Namibian →
President Nandi-Ndaitwah's state visit to China yielded announcements of grants, expanded market access, scholarships, and mining partnerships, but an editorial cautions that Namibia should approach these commitments with cautious optimism and insist on results rather than unquestioning celebration.
29 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Following President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's state visit to Beijing, China has pledged additional grant funding, expanded market access for Namibian exports, and stronger investment cooperation. The countries have elevated bilateral relations to a "China-Namibia community with a shared future for the new era," with cooperation to deepen in agriculture, education, healthcare, trade, mining and industrialisation.
29 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference Shanghai committee has donated 1,000 pairs of running shoes to the Namibia National Olympic Committee as a symbol of growing friendship and to support youth sport cooperation, following President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's recent state visit to China.
22 July 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah completed a seven-day state visit to China aimed at persuading the country to help Namibia build manufacturing and processing industries rather than exporting raw minerals. The visit culminated in nine cooperation instruments and elevation of bilateral ties to a Namibia-China Community with a shared future, focusing on long-term development and strategic cooperation.
21 July 2026 · New Era →
The Chinese Embassy says healthcare is a major pillar of Namibia-China cooperation, with Chinese medical teams providing free traditional Chinese medicine services at Katutura State Hospital since 1996; the 15th team treated more than 19,000 patients over 18 months, and the 16th team arrived in 2024 to continue the programme.
10 July 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia and China have signed a grant agreement worth RMB 200 million (approximately N$486 million) to support key national development priorities including school infrastructure, healthcare services, and water supply, aligned with Namibia's Sixth National Development Plan.
27 June 2026 · Informanté →
National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila on Wednesday emphasised the need to deepen Namibia-China cooperation during a visit by a Chinese parliamentary delegation headed by Zhu Yongxin, vice chairperson of China's national committee of the People's Political Consultative Conference. Kuugongelwa-Amadhila said Namibia seeks to build on its longstanding relationship with China to advance mutual development, economic growth and prosperity for both nations.
30 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia and China are reviewing progress under a joint agricultural cooperation programme at the Tsumis Arid Zone Agricultural Centre in Hardap, which has conducted five training sessions reaching 121 farmers and staff members—exceeding its initial plan of four sessions for about 80 participants. The China-FAO-Namibia South-South Cooperation Project, now in its second phase through the end of this year, covers poultry farming, seed production, plant protection, aquaculture, and soil fertility management.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Education Minister Sanet Steenkamp called for the preservation and documentation of Namibia's liberation history during a handover of about 400 coffee table books on founding president Sam Nujoma's life to schools and public libraries. The books were donated by New Era Publication Corporation Board chairperson John Sifani and Chinese ambassador Zhao Weiping.
13 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Chinese Embassy in Namibia and New Era Publication Corporation donated 400 pictorial coffee table books valued at N$200,000 to the Ministry of Education to honour the legacy of Founding President Sam Nujoma and promote literacy and historical preservation.
13 May 2026 · New Era →
China's ambassador to Namibia held roundtable talks with local representatives to advance the 2026 China–Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges, with discussions focusing on strengthening bilateral cooperation in areas such as development, entrepreneurship, and media exchanges. Namibian visitors to China shared insights on modernisation initiatives and the tangible outcomes of Namibia–China partnership, including housing projects for police officers.
2 February 2026 · New Era →
China's ambassador announced that the country will increase support for Namibians during 2026 China-Africa activities under the theme "Year of People-to-People Exchanges," with 58 key activities planned including agriculture training, technology transfer, and educational exchanges. The initiative aims to strengthen economic, political, and social ties between China and African nations, with the Association of Local Authorities in Namibia welcoming the cooperation on urban planning and development.
30 January 2026 · The Namibian →
The Chinese ambassador announced that China has made N$750 million available for police housing in Namibia, with about 1,287 police housing units to be constructed once bilateral processes are finalized. China is also planning to build 400 social housing units in Grootfontein and Gobabis.
23 January 2026 · The Namibian →