Finland in Namibia

1/ Following the successful Namibia–EU Business Forum in Windhoek last week, EU & Member State Ambassadors met with @MIRT_NAMIBIA Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi and senior Govt officials to discuss strengthening Namibia–EU trade and investment relations. 🇳🇦🇪🇺🇫🇮🇫🇷🇩🇪🇵🇹🇪🇸

2/ The exchange reaffirmed the strong partnership & shared commitment to deepening cooperation between Namibia, the EU & EU MS, building on growing opportunities for trade, investment & collaboration. @FinEmbWindhoek @Frnacesolutions @GermanEmbassyNA @EmbPtWindhoek @EmbEspNam

Embassy of Finland in Windhoek will be closed on 14.5.2026. In case of emergencies, Finnish citizens and foreign nationals with a permanent residence in Finland can contact the Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs on +358 9 160 5555 or paivystys.um@gov.fi.

Embassy of Finland in Windhoek will be closed on 1.5.2026 and on 4.5.2026 In case of emergencies, Finnish citizens and foreign nationals with a permanent residence in Finland can contact the Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs on +358 9 160 5555 or paivystys.um@gov.fi.

The Ambassador of Finland to Namibia had the pleasure of addressing students at Cosmos Secondary School in Windhoek during a powerful arts event organized by our partner org OYO. We saw dance performances highlighting disability, diversity, and the importance of inclusion.

The Embassy is closed on Friday, April 3, and Monday, April 6. In case of emergency, Finnish citizens and foreign nationals with permanent residence in Finland can contact the Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs emergency services at +358 9 1605 5555 or paivystys.um@formin.fi.

The Finnish Embassy in Maputo, Mozambique, will be responsible for bilateral relations with Angola starting March 1, including consular services. If you have any questions regarding consular and immigration services for Angola, please contact the Embassy in Maputo.

1/3 The Circular Economy Dialogue: From Policy to Practice, organized by the Embassy of Finland together with @NIPDB and @NUST_Namibia, was an official side event of the World Circular Economy Forum 2026 (WCEF). ♻️🌍

2/3 The dialogue created a valuable platform to exchange experiences between Finland and Namibia. 🇫🇮🇳🇦 The discussions highlighted the importance of broader economic and societal transformation, supportive legal frameworks, and strong community engagement.

3/3 Collaboration across sectors and international partnerships are key to accelerating the transition. 🤝 Many thanks to all speakers, panelists and participants who contributed to these important discussions. The dialogue will continue. 📷experienced studios

Ahead of the Circular Economy Dialogue, organized by the Embassy together with @NIPDB and @NUST_Namibia, Petri Wanner from @Ulkoministerio and Gerold Dreyer from NIPDB joined @NBCNamibia to discuss the importance of the topic. 👇 youtube.com/watch?v=9qdwOx…

‼️Happening Now ‼️ Experts and partners from Finland and Namibia are coming together to exchange ideas, share experiences, and explore practical circular solutions that can create sustainable value for both countries. 🔗 Join the conversation online: youtube.com/live/KEujJWCfQ…

1/2. The Embassy of Finland hosted a dialogue on strengthening civil society partnerships in Namibia. The event also featured presentations from Fund for Local Cooperation partners selected for the 2026–2027 funding round. 💬 Key insights from the discussion 👇

2/3. Civil society plays a crucial role in reaching communities and vulnerable populations and should be recognized as a key partner in achieving shared development goals. 🌍 One message was clear: ➡️ Working in silos will not deliver the impact needed — cooperation is key.

3/3. A huge thank you to our panelists — Legal Assistance Centre Namibia, SOS Children’s Villages Namibia, and Ombetja Yehinga Organisation — as well as everyone who joined us for such an engaging discussion! The event highlighted the importance of discussions like these.

Happy International Women’s Day! 💐 Finland’s Ambassador joined the International Women’s Day commemoration in Gobabis, organized by the Government of Namibia, under this this year’s theme: “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls.” #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2026

1/3. Last night, @EUinNamibia, Member States & partners marked the 4th anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. 🇺🇦🇪🇺 The documentary Cuba & Alaska showed us that even in the darkest times, humanity and resilience prevail. We stand with Ukraine. #StandWithUkraine #TeamEurope

2/3. 4 years on, this war’s toll is felt globally including in Africa, through food insecurity and the exploitation of youth. 🌍 We stand united for sovereignty, dignity, and the UN principles that protect us all. 🕊️

3/3. A huge thank you to @FinEmbWindhoek @FranceInNamibia @GermanEmbassyNA @EmbPtWindhoek @EmbEspNam & @FNCCNamibia for hosting us. Together, #TeamEurope continues to support Ukraine 🇺🇦 until a just peace is achieved.

Ambassador Katja Kalamäki had the honour of participating in the annual New Year’s Greeting for diplomats accredited to Namibia, hosted by H.E. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia. 🇳🇦