Historical Events tagged with "sam nujoma"

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Politics & Government

Namibia Joins United Nations and Commonwealth

April 23rd, 1990 35 years ago

Namibia's formal membership in the United Nations and the Commonwealth of Nations marked an important milestone for the newly independent country. This event, celebrated in Windhoek, was significant not only for Namibia but also for its global standing post-independence from South Africa. The admission symbolized international recognition and support for Namibia's sovereignty and development. The country's first president, Sam Nujoma, underscored the importance of these memberships in promoting peace and security in Africa.

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