Sophie Mokoena

Namibia is poised to make history by inaugurating its first female President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, on Friday.

Nandi-Ndaitwah, the South West Africa People’s Organisation (SWAPO) candidate and president-elect, emphasises the need for societal change, stating that many are in denial about the potential of women.

She says they were denying themselves the brain and the mind of one part of their society.

She also adds that they have a responsibility to create 500 000 jobs during her tenure.

Her inauguration will mark a significant milestone, as the SADC region will now have two female presidents.

President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania, who assumed office in 2021, is the other trailblazer. This progress reflects a growing shift toward gender equality in leadership roles across Africa.

--SABC--