On March 21, 2025, the United States government marked an important milestone in its relations with Namibia as the African nation celebrated its 35th anniversary of independence. The occasion was commemorated by a congratulatory message from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
In his statement, Secretary Rubio expressed his best wishes to the Namibian people, highlighting the significance of this day as a moment to celebrate Namibia's hard-won journey towards becoming a thriving democracy. The secretary also acknowledged the country's bright future, built on opportunities, prosperity, and innovation.
The US commitment to partnering with Namibia remains unwavering, according to Secretary Rubio. This partnership aims to support Namibia's aspirations for continued growth and development.
As the nation celebrates this significant anniversary, congratulations were extended by the US government to all Namibians on this joyous occasion. The Bureau of African Affairs and the Office of the Spokesperson of the US Department of State played key roles in coordinating this message of goodwill towards the people of Namibia.