Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation-Namibia

Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation-Namibia Official page of the Ministry of International Relations and Trade of the Republic of Namibia

The foundation and guide for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is the Constitution, which defines all aspects of state power in Namibia. Article 96 of the Constitution stipulates five general guidelines which underpin the Government's commitment to actively promote friendly and beneficial relations and co-operation with other nations, and also to foster, in concert with them, the maintenance of the

rule of law, peace, security, social justice and economic welfare. The five guidelines which are contained in the Constitution are:

Adopt and maintain a policy of non-alignment;

Promote international co-operation, peace and security;

Create and maintain just and mutually beneficial relations among nations;

Foster respect for international law and treaty obligations;

Encourage the settlement of international disputes by peaceful means.

📢 VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTThe Commonwealth Secretariat is inviting applications for the position of:1 × Adviser – Ocean Gove...
01/09/2026

📢 VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Commonwealth Secretariat is inviting applications for the position of:

1 × Adviser – Ocean Governance
Climate Change and Oceans Division

The Ministry of International Relations and Trade invites suitably qualified Namibian nationals to apply for this position.

đź“… Closing Date: 9 September 2026

For detailed information on the position, eligibility requirements and application process, please visit:

https://thecommonwealth.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4292048?cid=1290&t=Adviser--Ocean-Governance

26/08/2026
🇳🇦 🤝 🇧🇷 | Honourable Ambassador Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, Minister of International Relations and Trade, arrived in Brasíl...
25/08/2026

🇳🇦 🤝 🇧🇷 | Honourable Ambassador Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, Minister of International Relations and Trade, arrived in Brasília, Federative Republic of Brazil, for the 3rd Session of the Brazil–Namibia Political and Diplomatic Consultations, held on 24 August 2026.

The consultations were co-chaired by H.E. Mauro Vieira, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federative Republic of Brazil, and provided an opportunity for the two countries to review bilateral cooperation in areas of Defence and Energy, Trade and Investment, as well as technical cooperation.

The Ministers also reviewed progress on the implementation of Bilateral Agreements, and identified new areas of cooperation.

The Ministry of International Relations and Trade is encouraging suitably qualified Namibians to apply for 2 regional po...
25/08/2026

The Ministry of International Relations and Trade is encouraging suitably qualified Namibians to apply for 2 regional positions as advertised by the SADC Secretariat.

1. Senior Programme Officer – Energy
2. Finance Officer – Grants/Contracts and Projects

For further details on the position that you may wish to apply for, job profiles, and SADC Application Form, refer to the SADC Website: https://www.sadc.int/vagas/2-regional-positions

The applications should be dropped off at: Parliament Gardens
Theo-Ben Gurirab Building
Ministry of International Relations and Trade
Third Floor, West Wing Office 311

For Enquires Please contact: Kandali Nakanyala
061-2822178

Due date for applications: 11 September 2026

25/08/2026

Hon. Christine //Hoebes, High Commissioner-Designate has today, paid a courtesy call on Ambassador Ikram Mohd Ibrahim, Chief of Protocol at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia, during which she presented copies of her Letter of Credence and Letter of Recall of her predecessor.

Strengthening Namibia–Japan Relations 🇳🇦🇯🇵Amb. Jerobeam Shaanika, Executive Director of the Ministry of International Re...
24/08/2026

Strengthening Namibia–Japan Relations 🇳🇦🇯🇵

Amb. Jerobeam Shaanika, Executive Director of the Ministry of International Relations and Trade, had a meeting with Ms. Misako Takahashi, Director General, Assistant Minister and Ambassador in the African Affairs Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.

The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on Namibia–Japan bilateral relations, cooperation on African affairs, and areas of mutual interest, as well as future areas of mutually beneficial cooperation, reaffirming the commitment of both countries to strengthening diplomatic and economic ties.

23/08/2026

MIRT AT THE 2026 ONGWEDIVA ANNUAL TRADE FAIR!

The Ministry of International Relations and Trade (MIRT) invites you to visit our stand at the 2026 Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair (OATF) from 21–29 August 2026.

📍 Exhibition Stands 122–123, Queen Hall

đź“ŁCalling on members of the public, businesses, students and aspiring professionals to an engaging Information Session.

The session will cover:

Informative presentations on the Ministry and its mandate, Market and export opportunities and Career opportunities in International and regional Organizations

đź“… 25 August 2026
⏰ 16h00-18h00
đź“Ť OATF Conference Room

We look forward to seeing you at OATF 2026!

23/08/2026

WATCH | | Honourable Ambassador Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, Minister of International Relations and Trade, speaks at the conclusion of her working visit to the Republic of Congo, from 19 to 21 August 2026.

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Robert Mugabe Avenue, Parliament Gardens, Theo-Ben Gurirab Building
Windhoek
9000

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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+264612829111

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