In a move to reinforce growing ties between the United States and Namibia, two top leaders from the United States Africa Command (USAFRICOM) recently visited the African country to boost security cooperation and civil-military engagement in the region.
The delegation, led by Deputy Commander Lt. Gen. John W. Brennan and USAFRICOMs Deputy to the Commander for Civil-Military Engagement, Ambassador Robert Scott, held strategic discussions with Namibia’s Minister of Defense and Veteran Affairs, Frans Kapofi.
The visit focused on strengthening bilateral collaboration around regional security concerns, maritime domain awareness, and combatting illicit activities such as wildlife and timber trafficking. The officials also explored future joint training opportunities aimed at enhancing readiness and resilience across southern Africa.
Lt. Gen. Brennan, said Namibia plays an important role as an anchor for fostering stability in southern Africa. Our two nations on-going collaboration reflects a shared commitment to addressing complex challenges in the region and advancing areas of mutual interests.
Ambassador Scott highlighted Namibia’s role as a dependable regional partner, emphasising the breadth of shared efforts:
From participating in maritime security events to collaborating on vital projects like field hospitals and countering transnational threats, we are finding common ground with Namibia, he said.
The United States and Namibia have partnered in several areas over the years, including health infrastructure development, anti-wildlife trafficking operations, and boosting trade. In 2025, Namibia is set to expand its engagement further, having observed the AFRICOM-led Obangame Express maritime security exercise and participated in the African Maritime Forces Summit, key platforms that promote regional cooperation and coastal defense.
USAFRICOM, one of Americas military’s seven geographic combatant commands, is responsible for strategic military engagement across 53 African nations. Through its operations, AFRICOM seeks to counter malign actors and transnational threats, respond to crises, strengthen African security institutions, and support broader United States efforts to ensure peace, stability, and prosperity across the continent.
