By John K.WaDisho
WINDHOEK,July 5,Namibia Daily News, one of Namibia’s leading and fastest-growing digital news platforms, has been selected to accompany President Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on her official State Visit to the People’s Republic of China from 5 to 10 July 2026, underscoring the publication’s growing influence and credibility in both local and international journalism.
The newspaper will be represented by its Founder and Publisher, Wensel Mavara, an internationally acclaimed entrepreneur and media executive whose longstanding engagement with China spans more than two decades.
Speaking ahead of the visit, Mavara described the opportunity as both an honour and a continuation of his commitment to strengthening Namibia-China relations.
“My relationship with China spans more than two decades. Two years ago, I was appointed by a Chinese government institution in Shandong Province as its sole representative for trade promotion activities in Namibia. This appointment gave me valuable exposure to China’s economic development model, investment environment, and business culture,” Mavara said.
He added that over the years he has cultivated strong professional and institutional relationships with Chinese stakeholders while travelling extensively across numerous Chinese provinces.
“This visit reflects my sustained engagement and unwavering commitment to advancing cooperation between Namibia and China. I have consistently advocated for stronger China-Africa cooperation, and this presents another important opportunity to represent Namibia while exploring partnerships that promote human development and economic growth.”
Mavara is also a member of the China-Africa Think Tank Network, where he actively contributes to policy discussions on trade, investment, innovation, sustainable development, and broader economic cooperation between China and African countries.
“As a member of the China-Africa Think Tank Network, I remain committed to contributing meaningful dialogue on trade, investment, innovation, sustainable development, and economic cooperation. During this visit, I will continue advancing these important conversations while promoting Namibia’s interests,” he said.
Over the years, Namibia Daily News has established itself as one of Namibia’s most influential digital news platforms, providing timely, balanced, and comprehensive coverage of both local and international developments. The publication has consistently promoted constructive engagement between Namibia and China by highlighting investment opportunities, tourism, cultural exchanges, trade, and strategic partnerships.
The newspaper also maintains cooperative relationships with leading Chinese media organisations, including Xinhua News Agency and China Central Television (CCTV), while enjoying continued media engagement with the Chinese Embassy in Namibia.
Mavara departed for China on Friday as part of the delegation accompanying the presidential visit. His programme will focus on key sectors including Information and Communication Technology (ICT), mining, tourism, trade, and investment. The delegation is expected to visit major Chinese cities, including Shanghai, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Beijing, before returning to Namibia on 15 July 2026.
The visit is expected to deepen bilateral relations between Namibia and China while creating new opportunities for economic cooperation, investment, technology transfer, and sustainable development. Through its participation, Namibia Daily News reaffirms its commitment to delivering first-hand, credible, and impactful coverage of one of the most significant diplomatic engagements of the year.-Namibia Daily News
