President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has emphasised that Africa cannot celebrate its first women leaders and stop there.
She said this is because the continent's progress will be measured by how many more women rise to leadership and whether they leave the path easier for those who follow.
The media plays a crucial role in shaping and influencing the public’s perceptions.
Mariental Urban Councillor Iswarin Rooi, the first female representative for her constituency, stressed in her maiden address to the National Council that her presence in national leadership is not merely symbolic for women.
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has congratulated President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on her first anniversary as head of state on Independence Day.
One of the first leaders to contact Dr Nandi-Ndaitwah upon her inauguration, Obasanjo expressed strong confidence in her leadership.
Namibia ranks first in Africa and eighth in the world in the Global Gender Gap Annual Report published by the World Economic Forum.
This was revealed by the African director of the forum, Chido Munyati, during a courtesy call with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is leading Namibia’s delegation to the 2025 US-Africa Business Summit, hosted by the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) and the Angolan government in Luanda, Angola.
Former Miss Universe Michelle McLean-Bailey has extended Africa Day wishes to Namibians, dedicating the special occasion to Namibia’s first female President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, whom she describes as her inspiration.
Over 300 women gathered in Windhoek for the Namibia Women in Finance and Insurance Summit, which focused on empowering women through financial inclusion in today's digital landscape.
The President of Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has sent a message of congratulations to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on her inauguration.
Faye's special envoy, Yasmin Fall, delivered the message to Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House.
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.
