{"id":382324,"date":"2025-09-18T18:06:41","date_gmt":"2025-09-18T16:06:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/informante.web.na\/?p=382324"},"modified":"2025-09-18T18:06:44","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T16:06:44","slug":"president-nandi-ndaitwah-unveils-new-ambassadors-for-strategic-global-missions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/informante.web.na\/?p=382324","title":{"rendered":"President Nandi-Ndaitwah unveils new ambassadors for strategic global missions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Staff Reporter<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">PRESIDENT Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced the appointment of 10 Ambassadors and High Commissioners to represent Namibia in various countries and international organisations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The newly appointed Ambassadors are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tonata Itenge Emvula Gebhard \u2013 People\u2019s Republic of China<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monica Ndiliawike Nashandi \u2013 Russian Federation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wilbard Shihepo Manique Hellao \u2013 United States of America<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sophia Kakena Kauna Nangula \u2013 Sweden<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Benjamin Kandanga \u2013 Republic of Finland<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jerobeam Shaanika \u2013 Federal Republic of Germany<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sabine Bohlke Moller \u2013 French Republic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lebbius Tobias \u2013 Republic of Cuba<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sipapela Cletius Sipapela \u2013 Democratic Republic of Congo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Elvis Toolouta Shiweda \u2013 Swiss Confederation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Speaking at State House, the President said the appointments reflect Namibia\u2019s commitment to strengthening bilateral and multilateral relations, particularly through economic diplomacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cYou are stepping into this responsibility at a time of shifting geopolitical dynamics, marked by uncertainty, diminishing global security, and rising economic protectionism. I have appointed you based on your experience to navigate our bilateral relations during this time,\u201d Nandi-Ndaitwah said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The President emphasised that the new envoys will serve a four-year term and are expected to align their work with national priorities, including Vision 2030, the 6th National Development Plan (NDP6), and the Policy on International Relations and Cooperation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cYour appointment is not simply a privilege; it is a solemn trust. You are called to serve with integrity, dedication, and patriotism,\u201d she said, adding that ambassadors must work to secure market access for Namibian products, foster global opportunities for youth, and strengthen people-to-people relations abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nandi-Ndaitwah also urged the diplomats to draw inspiration from Namibia\u2019s struggle for independence and to serve as role models for young Namibians aspiring to careers in diplomacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cAs envoys, you carry more than Namibia\u2019s flag. You carry its hopes, dreams, sacrifices, and future. Let your service be marked by integrity, courage, vision, and dignity,\u201d Nandi-Ndaitwah said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photos: Namibian Presidency<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Staff Reporter PRESIDENT Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced the appointment of 10 Ambassadors and High Commissioners to represent Namibia in various countries and international organisations. 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