President Nangolo Mbumba, accompanied by President-elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, inspected the preparations underway at the Independence Stadium ahead of Friday's inauguration and 35th Independence Day celebrations.
President Nangolo Mbumba emphasised the essence of teamwork in the execution of national duties.
He said this principle was well-demonstrated by himself and Vice-President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah in supporting the late President Hage Geingob during his time in office and at the Swapo Party.
President Nangolo Mbumba highlighted the crucial role of Namibia's road network in boosting regional trade and economic development during the official opening of the Dr. Hifikepunye Pohamba Freeway.
President Nangolo Mbumba inaugurated Nampower's 54-megawatt Anixas 2 Power Station at Walvis Bay with a call for affordable basic commodities.
Mbumba said supply models for basic commodities should incorporate innovative solutions that make such goods affordable for communities.
Indonesia has expressed solidarity with Namibia, following the death of Founding President Sam Nujoma.
Its Ambassador, Wisnu Edi Pratignyo, conveyed the message of solidarity to President Nangolo Mbumba at State House.
President Nangolo Mbumba has underscored the significance of documenting the lives of political leaders, describing their stories as integral to Namibia’s history.
President Nangolo Mbumba has firmly defended the credibility of the 2024 elections, dismissing claims by opposition leaders Dr. Panduleni Itula and Bernadus Swartbooi as baseless.
The Landless People's Movement has based their case to nullify the 2024 presidential elections on the "Poisoned Fruit Doctrine," which translates to that any outcome derived from unlawful actions is compromised and must be excluded to ensure fairness and integrity.
President Nangolo Mbumba is hopeful that the message of unity, inclusivity and shared prosperity as championed by the late President Hage Geingob will continue to resonate as Namibians put in the hard work to build a better Namibia.
President Nangolo Mbumba and Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah were among those who laid wreaths at the mausoleum of the late President Dr. Hage Geingob.
