President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Africa's future depends on unity, regional cooperation and homegrown solutions as the continent commemorates Africa Day 2026.

African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf urged renewed commitment to continental unity, integration and development while spotlighting water security as a priority for the continent's future.

Solidarity messages were also conveyed from the African Union, United Nations and African Association for Public Administration and Management.

They emphasised the need to professionalise the public service and enhance digitalisation and inclusivity. 

Namibia remains unmoved in its demand for reform of the United Nations Security Council.

This statement follows the African Union's intensified efforts to uphold its unanimous and long-standing demand for urgent reform of the UN Security Council.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Namibia does not forget countries and movements that supported Namibia's liberation struggle.

She emphasised that the country's independence was built on global solidarity. 

As the conflict involving the United States (US), Israel and Iran enters its fifth day, African leaders continue to urge calm. 
But behind the scenes, there are growing concerns about possible repercussions from Washington.

The Okandjoze Chiefs Assembly on Genocide says it embraces the African Union (AU)-backed Algiers Declaration as an opportunity to advance the genocide cause, while reiterating its rejection of the Joint Declaration between the Namibian and German governments.

Arican leaders and continental organizations have called for restraint, dialogue, and adherence to international law as tensions continue to rise in the Middle East following military exchanges involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. 

African Union leaders have concluded the 39th ordinary summit with the adoption of major decisions and reforms toward strengthening institutional efficiency and financial sustainability and accelerating continental development.

African Union leaders have adopted a presidential declaration committing member states to scale up local manufacturing of health products.