Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has been sworn in as Namibia’s first female president, following her victory in the 2024 elections. The ceremony corresponded with Namibia’s 35th independence anniversary. Nandi-Ndaitwah aims to advance the economic and social interests of the nation and emphasizes the need for unity among the people.
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has been inaugurated as Namibia’s first female president after winning the elections held in 2024. The ceremony took place on March 22, coinciding with Namibia’s 35th independence anniversary, where she succeeded Nangolo Mbumba. As Namibia’s fifth president since independence in 1990, she secured 57% of the vote in the recent election.
In her inaugural address, Nandi-Ndaitwah emphasized the responsibility of preserving the achievements of independence and advancing the economic and social development for all citizens. She expressed a strong commitment to ensuring shared prosperity, stating, “The task facing me, as the fifth president of the Republic of Namibia, is to preserve the gains of our independence on all fronts and to ensure that the unfinished agenda of economic and social advancement of our people is carried forward with vigor and determination to bring about shared balanced prosperity for all.”
Nandi-Ndaitwah’s vision for Namibia fosters unity, as she stated her belief in national success: “I am optimistic that, as a nation, we can make a success of our country. We must work together as a united people with one heart and one mind.” Her inauguration was attended by various heads of state and leaders from international organizations.
A senior member of the South West Africa People’s Organization (SWAPO), Nandi-Ndaitwah has a long history within the party, which has been at the helm of Namibian politics since 1990. Her political career began in 1990 when she joined the National Assembly, subsequently serving in various ministerial roles, including Minister of Women Affairs and Child Welfare, before becoming Namibia’s first female vice president in February 2024.
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s inauguration as Namibia’s first female president marks a significant milestone in the nation’s history. Her commitment to economic and social development reflects the aspirations of a united and prosperous Namibia. With strong leadership and a focus on continuing the legacy of independence, she aims to guide the country towards balanced prosperity for all its citizens. The support of international leaders at her inauguration underscores the importance of her presidency at both a national and global level.
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