Namibia Embassy in Addis Ababa

H.E. Amb. Mbapeua Muvangua, Ambassador of the Republic of Namibia to Addis Ababa, received a courtesy visit from Dr. Michael Humavindu, Executive Director at the Ministry of Finance, and Mr. Bryan Eiseb, Director of the Financial Intelligence Centre at the Bank of Namibia.

8 August 2025, H.E. Ambassador Muvangua conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of the Republic of Ghana at the Embassy of Ghana in Addis Ababa, following the tragic loss of eight Ghanaian lives in a recent plane crash.

Today, Mr. and Mrs. Makuwa, representatives of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to the African Union and the Government of Ethiopia, paid a courtesy call on H.E. Ambassador Muvangua to brief him on their ongoing charitable initiatives.

Today, H.E. Ambassador Muvangua bid farewell to H.E. Ambassador Rose Sakala of the Republic of Zambia, who departed from Addis Ababa following the conclusion of her tour of duty.

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Today, H.E. Amb Mbapeua Muvangua met with H.E. Amb Nakagawa Tsutomu, Ambassador of Japan. The meeting focused on preparations for the upcoming #TICAD9, to be held in Yokohama from 20–22 August 2025. Reaffirming Namibia–Japan cooperation in advancing Africa’s development.

On 24 July 2025 in Addis Ababa, Ambassador Teshome Toga Chanaka, Special Envoy of the OSC Secretary-General, paid a courtesy call to H.E. Ambassador Mbapeua Muvangua to advance multilateral cooperation between Namibia and the OSC.

H.E Mbapeua Muvangua leads the Namibian delegation to the 47th Ordinary Session of the AU Executive Council taking place from 10-11 July 2025 in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea

On 7 July, Ambassador Muvangua presented Namibia’s Instrument of Ratification of the Revised African Maritime Transport Charter to the African Union. Namibia becomes the 14th of the 15 required countries to ratify the Charter, bringing it one step closer to entering into force.

On 25 June, the Embassy of Namibia in Ethiopia welcomed a delegation from the Ministry of Finance conducting a benchmark study visit on the establishment of procurement job categories, with a focus on best practices from the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.

OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF NAMIBIA’S TRADING UNDER THE AFRICAN CONTINENTAL FREE TRADE AREA (AFCFTA) (MIRT) is pleased to announce the official launch of Namibia’s first export consignment under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) framework.

Official Launch of Space for Early Warning in Africa (SEWA) in line with the Joint Forum for the Intra-ACP Climate Services and Related Applications (ClimSA) and Space For Early Warning in Africa (SEWA) Programme. Organized by the African Union Commission @AU_DARBE , this initiative will enhance the ability to tackle climate challenges and enhance the use of earth observation for early warning and decision making, and protect social economic development in the Continent. #Windhoek, #Namibia x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

At the opening of the Joint Forum for the Intra-ACP Climate Services (ClimSA) and SEWA Programmes, H.E. Mosses Vilakati, AUC Commissioner @AU_DARBE , highlighted the unprecedented challenges Africa faces from climate change, affecting key sectors. He emphasized the urgent need for decisive action to protect African communities and economies. “With 55-62% of sub-Saharan Africa's workforce in agriculture, we must prioritize climate services to safeguard livelihoods and enhance food security. Investing in climate resilience is crucial. @AucClimsa and #SEWA are essential programs that empower Africa to adapt to climate change and fight poverty. Together, we can build a resilient future for our continent,” Read @ au.int/en/speeches/20…

The Embassy of Namibia in Ethiopia joins the continent in marking the Day of the African Child, reaffirming our commitment to policies and investments that protect and promote the rights, dignity, and futures of African children. #DayOfTheAfricanChild #DAC2024 #NamibiaInEthiopia

The 3rd African Union-European Union Ministerial Meeting is taking place in Brussels today & aims to evaluate & reinvigorate the partnership between the two continents. We will discuss: 1. peace, security & governance; 2. multilateralism, 3. prosperity & 4. migration & mobility.

A warm encounter between Hon Matundu and the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, and H.E. Selma Malika Haddadi, Deputy Chairperson of the AU Commission, during a side event of the AU-EU Ministerial in Brussels.

This morning, H.E Mbapeua Muvangua, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Namibia, presented his credentials to H.E Claver Gatete, Under Secretary-General and Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa at the UN Offices in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Mr. Rodney Sikopo, Deputy Permanent Representative took part in the panel discussions currently happening at the 11th Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development, Kampala, Uganda

H.E. Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of Namibia welcomed the H.E. @ymahmoudali, the Chairperson of the @_AfricanUnion Commission following her inauguration. The Chairperson conveyed his heartfelt congratulations on her historic election as Namibia’s fifth president & reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to working closely with Namibia in advancing the Continental Agenda under her esteemed leadership.

Yesterday in Windhoek, H.E. @ymahmoudali, Chairperson of the AU Commission, attended the historic inauguration of H.E. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as the fifth President of the Republic of Namibia. The momentous occasion was graced by Heads of State & Government, former African leaders, & international dignitaries. In her inaugural address, President Nandi-Ndaitwah reaffirmed Africa’s enduring unity & solidarity, underscored the continent’s unwavering commitment to peace, security, & development, & the imperative of amplifying Africa’s voice in global governance, including within the UN Security Council.