Venezuela's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yván Gil, extended felicitations on behalf of President Nicolas Maduro to newly sworn-in President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.

Namibia and Venezuela share strong bilateral relations forged during the struggle for independence.

Venezuela is looking forward to strengthening ties with Namibia in the areas of energy, health, education and agriculture.

Venezuela's Foreign Affairs Minister Yván Gil was among the foreign dignitaries who witnessed the swearing-in ceremony of President Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.

Ongwediva Town Mayor Tarah Shalyefu was among the limited number of invited guests to witness the swearing-in of Namibia's first female Head of State, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House yesterday.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has announced the composition of government, aimed at maximising the outcome and effectiveness of government.

The move saw the establishment and abolition of some and the making of several alignments in various government offices, ministries and agencies.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed a number of new ministers to key portfolios, while some former senior ministers who are part of the 8th Parliament do not feature in the Cabinet.

The members of the executive were sworn in by Chief Justice Peter Shivute.