The First Lady of the United States of America, Jill Biden, arrived in Namibia today for a three-day visit.

Biden and her delegation touched down at the Hosea Kutako International Airport around 14h30.

At the airport, she was welcomed by First lady Monica Geingos and Deputy Prime Minister Netumbo Ndaitwah, among other dignitaries.

While in Namibia, Biden’s engagements will focus on the empowerment of women and youth, efforts to address food insecurity, and promoting the two first ladies’ shared democratic values.

According to the programme issued by the United States of America’s Embassy in Namibia, upon arrival in the country, Biden will join Geingos in visiting Heroes’ Acre.

Afterwards, Biden will meet with President Hage Geingob and First Lady Geingos.

Source: The Namibian Press Agency