Africa-Press – Namibia. Staff Reporter
PRESIDENT Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah reaffirmed Namibia’s dedication to the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Agenda during her opening remarks at the Annual WPS Ministerial Focal Points Network held in New York.
Reflecting on the 25th anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 1325, President Nandi-Ndaitwah noted that the resolution has grown into a far-reaching global agenda, demonstrating the international community’s commitment to peace, security, and gender equality. She also expressed gratitude to Japan and Norway for co-chairing this year’s Focal Points Network and praised all members for their contributions to the Tokyo and Oslo meetings.
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“The Focal Points Network is vital for sharing best practices and expanding partnerships. As Namibia prepares to review its first WPS National Action Plan (NAP) and develop a stronger second plan, the recommendations from Tokyo and Oslo come at an opportune time,” the President said.
Namibia’s first NAP addressed issues including disaster risk management, climate change, and cybersecurity. Going forward, the country plans to expand community-led solutions and encourage greater participation from the private sector, civil society, and government. The second NAP will also involve a comprehensive stakeholder mapping across all regions, ensuring inclusive participation from traditional authorities, youth, and community leaders.
President Nandi-Ndaitwah emphasised that Namibia will continue to advocate for effective SADC and AU mainstreaming to strengthen regional coordination and collaboration. In October, Namibia will host the Silver Anniversary of Resolution 1325 in Windhoek, in partnership with the African Union Commission and SADC Secretariat, under the theme “25 Years of 1325: Honouring the Legacy and Advancing the WPS Agenda.” A follow-up event will be held in New York to further share good practices and strengthen global networks.
In addition, Namibia will host an intergenerational dialogue on WPS to honour the legacy of Resolution 1325 while ensuring youth inclusion. The country will also focus on capacity building for mediation, peacekeeping, and peace support operations.
Through the International Women’s Peace Centre, Namibia aims to deepen its commitments to WPS via stronger NAPs, regional leadership, intergenerational action, and strategic partnerships, ensuring the agenda continues to positively impact women, particularly those affected by conflict.
President Nandi-Ndaitwah concluded by urging all stakeholders to share their commitments and continue keeping the spirit of Resolution 1325 alive.
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