21/10/2026
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Headline: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Addresses Angolan National Assembly, Honors Shared Liberation History and Inaugural BNC Milestone
Luanda / Windhoek โ President of the Republic of Namibia, Her Excellency Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, delivered an official address to the National Assembly of the Republic of Angola today in Luanda as part of her State Visit and participation in the inaugural AngolaโNamibia Bi-National Commission (BNC).
Addressing lawmakers, President Nandi-Ndaitwah expressed gratitude to Angolan President Joรฃo Lourenรงo and congratulated him on his election as President of the National Assembly. She highlighted Angolaโs historic 50th independence anniversary in 2025, which coincided with the countryโs leadership of the African Union (AU), commending President Lourenรงoโs role as the AU Champion for Peace and Reconciliation. President Nandi-Ndaitwah emphasized that peace remains a prerequisite for regional development, underlining the vital role parliamentarians play in maintaining constitutional stability.
Reaffirming the deep historical ties between the two nations, President Nandi-Ndaitwah recalled founding President Dr. Antรณnio Agostinho Netoโs declaration that "In Namibia, in Zimbabwe and in South Africa lies the continuation of our struggle." She expressed Namibia's enduring gratitude for Angola's support during the liberation struggleโproviding sanctuary, education, healthcare, and bases for SWAPO and Namibians in exileโaffirming that national independence was achieved through the combined sacrifices of Namibians, Angolans, and Cubans.
State Visit Departure18 October 2026President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah arrives in Luanda for three-day State Visit and BNC summit.
BNC Summit & Business Forum19 October 2026Heads of State co-chair inaugural BNC session alongside the Angola-Namibia Business Forum.
Address to Angolan Parliament20 October 2026President Nandi-Ndaitwah addresses the National Assembly in Luanda, paying tribute to shared liberation heritage and joint Cassinga Memorial plans.
Key Breakdown of Parliamentary Address Highlights:
Commemorating Struggle & Gratitude: Honored the blood ties forged during the liberation war and acknowledged Angola's unwavering support in hosting Namibian exile communities.
Cassinga Memorial & Solidarity: Expressed anticipation for the upcoming joint inauguration of the Cassinga Memorial Park to preserve the memory of the 4 May 1978 massacre victims.
Acknowledging National Bereavement: Thanked Angola for standing in solidarity with Namibia following the passings of President Dr. Hage G. Geingob in February 2024 and Founding Father Dr. Sam Nujoma in February 2025.
BNC Presidential Elevation: Highlighted that co-chairing the BNC directly under both Heads of State ensures direct executive oversight, faster implementation of bilateral trade deals, and streamlined cross-border infrastructure ex*****on.
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