Namibia has reiterated the need for a solution to the long-standing quest for the realisation of the right to self-determination of the people of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic.
 

Ambassador of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, Hamdi Aali, paid a courtesy visit to the Speaker of the National Assembly, Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, briefing her on recent developments in Western Sahara and reaffirming enduring relations.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reiterated Namibia’s firm solidarity with the people of Western Sahara during a meeting with Aubi Bouchraya, Special Envoy and Advisor to the President of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic.

Venezuela's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yván Gil, extended felicitations on behalf of President Nicolas Maduro to newly sworn-in President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.

Namibia and Venezuela share strong bilateral relations forged during the struggle for independence.

The peace and stability Namibia continues to enjoy is a source of inspiration for Western Sahara, which continues to pursue self-determination.

South Africa's Department of International Relations and Cooperation Director General Zane Dangor says the Senior Officials Meetings will also reflect on international issues with the view to continue aligning policy positions and strengthening cooperation in multilateral fora between the two sister countries.