President Nangolo Mbumba left for Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, today to attend the 60th Anniversary Commemoration of Union Day of the United Republic of Tanzania.

The event celebrates the union of Tanganyika and Zanzibar into the United Republic of Tanzania.

President Mbumba received an invitation from his Tanzanian counterpart, President Samia Saluhu Hassan, to attend the significant milestone in Tanzanian history. 

Union Day commemorates the merger of the Independent States of Tanganyika and Zanzibar on April 26, 1964, establishing the United Republic of Tanzania.

The Press Secretary, Alfredo Hengari, highlighted the relationship between Namibia and Tanzania, saying it has deep historical roots, strengthened by mutual respect and shared struggles.

Dr. Hengari also detailed the activities the President will participate in. "The President will also be visiting the manufacturer that is advancing commerce between Namibia and Tanzania. I must say this is a very important visit, in terms of its symbol. I must also emphasize to students of history and of the liberation struggle that they will recall the consultative meeting that was held at Tanga by SWAPO, where progress in the advancing liberation struggle gained serious momentum, so it's an important country in that regard between the ruling party of Namibia and the party of the revolution of Tanzania."

President Mbumba's visit to Tanzania highlights the significance both countries place on enhancing their mutual collaboration and commemorating their shared past.