Namibia will host the King's Baton Relay from September 25 to 30, a significant event connecting athletes and communities across the Commonwealth.

This was announced by Anri Parker, the new CEO of the Namibia National Olympic Committee (NNOC), during her first press briefing.

The relay will begin in Walvis Bay, travel through Swakopmund, and conclude in Windhoek. It will be led by prominent Namibian athletes, including Ananias Shikongo, former international cyclist Dan Craven, and swimmer Phillip Saddler.

The relay has become a symbol of unity and diversity. It is part of the Commonwealth Games, which feature various sports, and travels through 74 nations, bringing together athletes and communities.

In a soundbite, Anri Parker said, "So, Namibia is part of the Commonwealth, and as one of the member countries, we all buy into the concept of the Baton Relay. It is a very exciting project that started earlier this year from Buckingham Palace and will travel through all Commonwealth nations before finishing in Glasgow in July when the Games begin next year. Namibia is definitely involved because we have so many Commonwealth athletes, many of them household names. We are very happy to support this initiative, to showcase our country and our athletes."

Limbwa Mufune, a Communications & Political Analyst from the British High Commission, explained their role: "Our role as the British High Commission is to assist the NNOC. They approached us to be the point of contact when the event starts on the 27th. We will also be taking part in the activities happening at the coast. It's a collaboration between our organization and the NNOC to support them and to show our commitment, especially since the Games are being hosted in the UK."

Hosting the relay highlights Namibia's place in the Commonwealth and its commitment to celebrating sport, unity, and cultural diversity.