Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa traveled to Namibia Friday to join celebrations for their 35th independence anniversary. He came specifically to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, who made history as the first female president of Namibia. The visit also aims to build stronger connections between Zimbabwe and Namibia. Mnangagwa expressed his excitement about this significant moment.
Several African leaders gathered in Windhoek for the important event. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Botswana President Duma Boko, and Tanzanian President Samia Hassan all witnessed the historic transition. They watched as former President Nangolo Mbumba handed power to Nandi-Ndaitwah, making her the fifth president in Namibian history. The ceremony marked a major step forward for the nation.
Mnangagwa spoke about his pleasure in joining fellow heads of state to celebrate both the new leadership and the independence anniversary. He described the occasion as an important milestone in Namibia's ongoing journey toward freedom and development. The gathering of regional leaders highlighted the strong friendships between neighboring African nations. Mnangagwa emphasized the lasting bond of solidarity that exists between Zimbabwe and Namibia.
Several African leaders gathered in Windhoek for the important event. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Botswana President Duma Boko, and Tanzanian President Samia Hassan all witnessed the historic transition. They watched as former President Nangolo Mbumba handed power to Nandi-Ndaitwah, making her the fifth president in Namibian history. The ceremony marked a major step forward for the nation.
Mnangagwa spoke about his pleasure in joining fellow heads of state to celebrate both the new leadership and the independence anniversary. He described the occasion as an important milestone in Namibia's ongoing journey toward freedom and development. The gathering of regional leaders highlighted the strong friendships between neighboring African nations. Mnangagwa emphasized the lasting bond of solidarity that exists between Zimbabwe and Namibia.
