The election and subsequent ascension to power of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah have given new credence to women in politics in Africa.
In Zambia, female presidents of opposition political parties are equally optimistic that Dr Nandi-Ndaitwah has set a new path for women in politics.
Namibia marked its 35th Independence Day with the swearing-in of its first female president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.
The event was attended by various dignitaries and Heads of State, who shared their thoughts on the historic occasion.
The President of Tanzania, Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, said this Independence Day not only marks a historic day for Namibia but for the SADC region, as it swore in its third female President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.
A new chapter in Namibia's history was written as former President Nangolo Mbumba, a steady force over the past year, officially handed over the reins of power to Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the first woman to hold the highest office in Namibia.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah discussed the significance of having a female President, emphasising societal impact and the need for men and women to work together to develop the country.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was sworn in as Namibia's first female President this morning.
Right from the onset, she took a stand to forge the nation forward, receiving a standing ovation in recognition of the women leaders who have paved the way.
The Chairperson of the Berseba Village Council, Felicia Motinga, has said the swearing in of Namibia's first female President in two days' time demonstrates the political maturity of the people despite their political differences.
Hardap Governor Salomon April highlighted the significance of this year’s International Women’s Day, coinciding with the election of Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as Swapo’s first female president.
He spoke at the Women’s Day celebration in Stampriet Village.
The Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare and UNICEF have launched the 2024 Early Childhood Development Report, revealing both progress and challenges in Namibia's ECD sector.
Swapo Party president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Namibia serves as a testament to gender equality, highlighting the success of her party's constitutional framework in promoting this cause.
