Mbumba wants ‘illegal’ Zim sanctions lifted

Among a number of demands presented to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), President Nangolo Mbumba has called for the lifting of ‘illegal’ sanctions against Zimbabwe.Mbumba, who feels that multilateral institutions such as the UN Security Council do not represent African needs and aspirations, made the remarks on Wednesday when he delivered his maiden speech at the 79th session of the UNGA.“Namibia reiterates its call for the immediate and unconditional lifting of illegal sanctions against Zimbabwe, which hinders the country’s capacity to achieve Sustainable Development Goals,” the president said.Other demands include the end to the economic embargo against Cuba and removing the country from the list of nations that sponsor terrorism. “Economic hardships continue to affect Cuba, in stark contrast to the ideals of inclusivity and the goal of leaving no one behind. Namibia calls for the end of the economic, financial and commercial blockade against Cuba. Namibia calls for the removal of Cuba from the list of state sponsors of terrorism.”Ceasefire nowMbumba also called for international peace, urging for a ceasefire in the prolonged war between Israel and the Hamas-led Palestinian militant group. “There is an urgent need for this assembly to support the modalities to actualise the advisory opinion rendered by the International Court of Justice regarding the ongoing conflict in Gaza,” he said.“Prolonged occupation does not justify or make acceptable the hardships and injustices endured. This is particularly true for the people of Gaza, who continue to be brutally massacred. As a country that has endured genocide, Namibia believes that Israel, by intent and by action, is committing genocide. Namibia continues to call for a ceasefire and for humanitarian assistance to flow unhindered into Gaza.”With the theme of this year’s meeting being ‘Leaving no one behind: Acting together for the advancement of peace, sustainable development and human dignity for present and future generations’, Mbumba further called for the UNGA to treat member states as equals.kenya@namibiansun.com

Mbumba wants ‘illegal’ Zim sanctions lifted

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Namibian Sun 2025-03-07

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