Namibia marks 35 years of independence, and both the European Union and Germany have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening ties with the country.

The European Union has availed a grant of N$43 million to civil society organisations (CSOs) towards inclusive green growth.

The grant will fund the strengthening of CSOs in contributing to policy debates on sustainable energy and extractive industries.

The delegation of the European Union, along with EU member states, has congratulated President-Elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and all newly elected members of the National Assembly.

The European Union has donated N$3.8 million for drought relief, which will assist around 140,000 Namibians with essential resources such as food, clean water, and financial assistance.

This is in response to the State of Emergency declared by President Nangolo Mbumba in May this year.

The European Union (EU) has allocated N$6 million for a three-year project aimed at promoting and protecting the rights of the San communities in Namibia.

Swapo Party Vice President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, has informed the party's Central Committee members that they were meeting at the backdrop of a major event to unfold on the country's political landscape. 

She was addressing the first ordinary Central Committee meeting of the year.

A delegation from the European Union embarked on a significant tour of various conservation and development projects funded by the EU across Namibia.

The European Union Ambassador to Namibia, Ana Beatriz Martins, was joined by Ambassadors to Namibia from Germany, France, Spain, and Ireland.

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the European Union (EU) have entered into a partnership to promote gender equality and combat gender-based violence.

This event signifies a commitment to a strategic partnership aimed at addressing GBV comprehensively.

The Global Gateway Forum has made several key announcements about investing in clean energy transitions in various African countries.

Local skills development, with a particular emphasis on vocational training, will be a critical feature of the partnership between Namibia and the European Union.