During his visit to Namibia, PM Narendra Modi emphasized India’s intent to build long-term, equitable partnerships with Africa. He met Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah in Windhoek and discussed cooperation in defence, digital tech, energy, and trade. He also thanked Namibia for its support in cheetah conservation and offered development aid. Modi received Namibia’s highest civilian award during the visit.

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• PM Modi met Namibian President in Windhoek, final stop of 5-nation Africa tour
• Talks focused on defence, UPI, maritime security, energy, critical minerals, trade
• Modi stressed partnership, not competition; urged shared growth and equal cooperation
• Indirectly countered China, said Africa must lead in value creation, not be raw material source
• Both leaders vowed to fight terrorism together and support Global South voice
• Namibia praised for cheetah help; invited to join Big Cat Alliance
• Modi welcomed UPI adoption by Namibia; praised cheetahs’ growth in India
• India to scale up capacity-building, explore joint manufacturing in Namibia
• Call to fast-track trade pact with Southern African Customs Union; two MoUs signed
• Modi received Namibia’s top civilian award; 27th global honour, 4th on this trip