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| Sehemu ya Mabalozi na Wakuu wa Mashirika ya Kimataifa waliopo hapa nchini wakifuatilia hotuba ya Mhe. Waziri Membe (hayupo pichani) wakati wa maadhimisho ya miaka 25 ya uhuru wa Namibia. Kulia ni Mkuu wa Mabalozi na Balozi wa Jamhuri ya Kidemokrasia ya Congo (DRC), Balozi Juma Alfani Mpango. |
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| Sehemu nyingine ya Mabalozi na Wageni waalikwa wakati wa maadhimisho hayo |
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| Waziri Membe akiwa na Balozi wa Namibia hapa nchini, Mhe. Japhet Isaack wakisikiliza wimbo wa Taifa la Namibia kusherehekea miaka 25 ya uhuru |
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| Balozi Isaack akitoa hotuba wakati wa maadhimisho hayo |
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| Waziri Membe na Balozi Isaack wakikata keki kuadhimisha miaka 25 ya Uhuru wa Namibia |
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| Mabalozi na Wageni waalikwa wakifuatilia matukio wakati wa maadhimisho ya miaka 25 ya uhuru wa Namibia |
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| Kikundi cha burudani kikitumbuiza kuadhimisha miaka 25 ya uhuru wa Namibia ===========================================
STATEMENT
FOR HON. BERNARD K. MEMBE (MP), MINISTER FOR FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND
INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION OF THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA ON THE
OCCASION OF COMMEMORATING 25TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA, 23RD MARCH 2015
Your Excellency,. Japhet Isaack, High Commissioner of the Republic of Namibia,
Your Excellency, Juma Alfani Mpango, Ambassador of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Dean of the Diplomatic Corps,
Your Excellency, Prof. Ambrósio Lukoki, Ambassador of the Republic of Angola and Dean of the African Diplomatic Group,
Your Excellencies Ambassadors and High Commissioners,
Heads of International Organizations,
Distinguished Guests,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It
gives me a great pleasure to grace this historic event of commemorating
25 years of the Independence Anniversary of the Republic of Namibia. On
behalf of the Government and people of the United Republic of Tanzania,
and indeed on my own behalf, I would like to
take this opportunity to extend to Your Excellency, and through you to
the Government and the People of the Republic of Namibia, our profound
and heartfelt congratulations on the occasion of celebrating this Silver
Jubilee.
Your Excellency,
Since
independence Namibia has experienced smooth transfer of power. It would
be recalled that Namibia held its general elections on 28th November, 2014. The elections were declared peaceful, transparent, free and fair by the Election
observers;
I therefore take this opportunity to congratulate Namibia for its
maturity in democracy. I would also like to congratulate the ruling
party; South West African People’s Organization (SWAPO) for the
landslide victory as well as congratulating H.E. Dr. Hage Gottfried
Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia for assuming such high
office, his victory is a clear reflection of the confidence reposed in
him by the Namibian people. Moreover on behalf of my government I would
like to assure the new Government of the Republic of Namibia the
commitment of the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania to work
with it closely, for the mutual benefit of our two countries and their
peoples.
Excellencies
To
many in Africa and the world at large, Namibia was considered as a
young country. But to the surprise of many and to our jubilation, the
country has grown into an advanced economy unmatched by other African
countries. To date, Namibia stands as one of the fastest growing
economies in the Southern African region. Its impeccable record in
poverty alleviation and improving the living standards of many Namibians
has won it many accolades in the world. All these achievements were
realized under the excellent leadership of the Namibian leaders, from
H.E Sam Nujoma to H.E Hifikepunye Pohamba. With the new leadership in
place, we in Tanzania are convinced that H.E Geinghob will uphold the
excellent principles set by his predecessors.
Your Excellency,
Two days ago, I attended the 25th
Independence Anniversary of the Republic of Namibia in Windhoek. The
celebration was one of its kind as it was attended by many dignitaries
from across Africa and and beyond. One thing that striked me the most
was the high level of patriotism demonstrated by the Namibian people
towards their Country and leaders. The peaceful hand over of power from
H.E Hifikepunye Pohamba to H.E Dr. Hage Geinghob was done amidst chants
and cheers from the thousands of Namibians who attended the
celebrations. This is a true testament to the level of democratic
maturity that has been achieved by Namibia. What was clear to many is
that Namibians have chosen their destiny well. They choose peace, over
chaos, political stability over dissent and harmony over instability. In
line with its motto, it is clear that unity, liberty and justice
prevails in Namibia and it is indeed the land of the brave.
Today’s
Celebrations gives us a rare glimpse into the historic events that led
to the independence of our long time friend, Namibia. Although, 25 years
have passed since Namibia was relieved from colonialism, we cannot help
but reminisce how Namibians were strongly united during the liberation
struggle to ensure they put an end to colonial domination in their
country. That unity went further till postcolonial era, Namibians have
worked together to combat poverty and improve the living conditions of
the people, thus moving Namibia closer to the realization of their
medium- and long-term development objectives. The 2014 Mo Ibrahim Prize
for African Leadership awarded to H.E. Hifikipunye Pohamba, Former
President of the Republic of Namibia in recognition of the strides that
the country has made over the years.
Excellencies,
Tanzania
and Namibia enjoy excellent bilateral relations that have existed for
time immemorial. These relations go back prior to independence of our
sisterly country Namibia. As you may all recall, Tanzania supported
Namibia’s liberation struggle. During that time the SWAPO office was
here in Dar es salaam. Since that time our relations have remained
excellent. It is our sincere hope that the new Government will leverage
and translate the relations into more meaningful and beneficial economic
relations to reflect the current Economic Foreign Policies of our two
countries focusing on Economic Diplomacy as the second phase of Economic
Liberalization.
Your Excellencies,
Relations
between Tanzania and Namibia are even stronger on sub-regional,
regional and global spheres, our countries have been cooperating well in
all matters of common concerns. We have been cooperating very well in
SADC, AU and UN.
Your Excellencies,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
There is a lot to say about Namibia but today is not a day for making long speeches; it is a day for us to rejoice, a day to look back with satisfaction and to look forward with hope for we need to achieve more. I
therefore would like to conclude by reiterating our sincere
congratulations to Your Excellency and, through you, to the Government
and the People of the Republic of Namibia on celebrating 25th anniversary of independence. We wish Namibia Government and all Namibians happiness and more expedited progress.
Your Excellency,
Distinguished Guests,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
May I now ask all of you present here to rise and join me in a toast:
· To the continued good health of H.E. Dr. Hage Gottfried Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia;
· To the excellent relations existing between our two sisterly countries;
· To the continued good health of all of us present here tonight.
Ahsante Sana
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