President Nandi-Ndaitwah commends Ethiopian Airlines for empowering women

NAMPA
2026-03-08
WINDHOEK, 08 March 2026 - President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah pictured with Ethiopian Airlines Captain Tigist Kibret during an event to mark 2026 International Women’s Day. (Photo by: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA WINDHOEK, 08 March 2026 - President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah pictured with Ethiopian Airlines Captain Tigist Kibret during an event to mark 2026 International Women’s Day. (Photo by: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA
WINDHOEK, 08 MAR (NAMPA) - President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on Sunday commended Ethiopian Airlines for its commitment to empowering women in the aviation industry, describing the airline as a symbol of African excellence and progress.

The President made the remarks at Hosea Kutako International Airport shortly after welcoming Ethiopian Airlines flight ET 835 from Addis Ababa, which was operated by an all-female crew.

The flight arrival formed p...
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