Staff Reporter
HER Excellency Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia, officially opened the Cabinet for the 2026 calendar year today, 2 February 2026, in Windhoek, urging ministers and public servants to maintain focus, unity, and discipline in delivering results for Namibians. In her opening address, President Nandi-Ndaitwah highlighted the need to accelerate implementation of the National Development Plan 6 (NDP6), strengthen education outcomes, and continue progress toward Vision 2030.
The President commended the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture, educators, learners, and parents for the progress made in 2025 Grade 11 and 12 results, while noting that more work is needed to achieve higher pass rates. She also celebrated the successful launch of the Subsidised Tertiary Education Funding Model, acknowledging the efforts of the Ministries of Education and Finance in ensuring a smooth registration process for students.
President Nandi-Ndaitwah reminded Cabinet members that only four years remain of the Eighth Administration’s five-year mandate and stressed that every decision and action must contribute to effective service delivery. She urged ministers to uphold principles of pragmatism, integrity, accountability, meritocracy, and inclusivity, while responding decisively to both domestic needs and a rapidly evolving global environment.
Addressing international developments, the President underscored Namibia’s commitment to sovereignty, territorial integrity, equality among nations, and peaceful conflict resolution. She also encouraged innovative approaches to governance, noting that “Business Unusual” has become a global necessity in light of changing geopolitical and economic conditions.
Concluding her remarks, President Nandi-Ndaitwah called on Cabinet and public servants to lead by example, remain attuned to the realities of citizens, and deliver services that enhance living standards and opportunities for all Namibians. She officially declared the Cabinet for 2026 open, invoking blessings for a productive and successful year ahead.
Photo: Namibian Presidency
