09/10/2026
DAY OF GERMAN UNITY| Hon. Jenelly Matundu, Deputy Minister of International Relations and Trade, delivered remarks on behalf of Hon. Amb. Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, Minister of International Relations and Trade, at the reception commemorating the Day of German Unity, held on 8 October 2026, at the Germany’s Residence.
In her remarks, Hon. Jenelly Matundu congratulated the Government and people of the Federal Republic of Germany on the commemoration of the Day of German Unity. She noted that thirty-six years ago, a divided nation made the historic decision to reunite, demonstrating to the world that walls built by people can also be brought down by people. Hon. Matundu described Germany's reunification as a powerful story of courage, patience, and reconciliation, whose lessons continue to inspire nations striving for unity, peace, and shared prosperity.
Hon. Matundu noted that, Namibia and Germany established diplomatic relations on 21 March 1990, and our countries have built a relationship of exceptional depth and significance. It is a partnership shaped by a shared history, strengthened by enduring people-to-people ties, and nurtured through more than three and a half decades of close cooperation.
She highlighted the strong and enduring partnership between Namibia and Germany, noting that Germany has been a valued development partner, supporting Namibia's efforts in infrastructure development, water management, natural resource conservation, rural development, renewable energy, and urban development.
She emphasized that these contributions have played a significant role in advancing Namibia’s socio-economic development and improving the livelihoods of its people. She further stated that Namibia deeply appreciates this solidarity and cooperation and does not take Germany’s continued support and partnership for granted.
The Deputy Minister also commended the organisers of the recent Bavaria-Namibia Business Forum held in Windhoek, which was hosted by Namibia’s Honorary Consul in Bavaria, Dr Max Michael Schlereth, in partnership with the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) as part of the BY-NAM Trade Mission 2026. She noted that initiatives of this nature appropriately place the private sector at the centre of the Namibia-Bavaria partnership, serving as a catalyst for deeper economic cooperation and investment.
She further expressed confidence that the engagements and discussions initiated during the Forum would translate into tangible investment opportunities, sustainable job creation, increased trade, and shared economic prosperity for both Namibia and Bavaria City.
Hon. Matundu concluded her remarks by congratulating His Excellency Ambassador Thomas Wimmer on the presentation of his Letters of Credence to Her Excellency Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia, on 7 October 2026. She also acknowledged the contribution of his predecessor, Dr. Thorsten Hutter, and expressed appreciation for his dedicated service and the strong bonds of friendship he built during his tour of duty in Namibia.
She reaffirmed Namibia’s longstanding commitment to continued cooperation with Germany and the spirit of partnership that has characterized our bilateral relations.
Photos: Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany/Christian Stiebahl
