Ghana and Tanzania will be the focus of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's diplomatic engagements from 17 to 22 June.
 

The Embassy of Iran in Windhoek says Iran and the United States are expected to sign a memorandum of understanding on Friday.

This follows an agreement aimed at ending more than three months of conflict between the two countries.

Various world leaders voiced support for the U.S.-Iran peace deal announced by President Donald Trump on Sunday.

The peace deal is raising hopes of lower energy prices and greater stability across the Middle East after months of conflict.

Germany's Ambassador to Namibia, Thorsten Hutter, has expressed hope that the Genocide Joint Declaration between Namibia and Germany will be finalised by the end of the year.

Thorsten Hütter made the announcement during a farewell courtesy visit to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House.

Namibia's ties with the international community continue to receive boosts, as newly accredited diplomats outlined plans to deepen cooperation in energy, tourism and education sectors.

Six Heads of Mission presented their letters of credence to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has paid tribute to Cuba's former president, Raul Castro, who celebrates his 95th birthday on June 3rd, describing it as an important milestone.

Namibia's mission at the United Nations has called for further efforts to address persistent funding challenges, reduce fragmentation and strengthen transparency and results-based management in the UN Development System (UNDS).

President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in Botswana on a two-day state visit.

Ramaphosa and President Duma Boko will co-chair the 6th session of the Botswana-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) tomorrow.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah signed the Book of Condolences today at the High Commission of Botswana in honour of the late former President of Botswana, Festus Mogae.

Namibia has reiterated its support for Africa's common position on reforming the United Nations Security Council, calling for two permanent and five non-permanent African seats and the abolition of the veto power. 

If the veto is retained, Namibia insists it should be extended to all Council members.