Namibia and Zambia signed the Joint Bilateral Agreement for the establishment and implementation of a One Stop Border Post at Wenela/Sesheke border, between Namibia and Zambia.

The agreement signed on Friday 21 June, paves the way for the two sister countries to unlock economic opportunities, enhance trade and security.

The agreement was signed by the Zambezi Regional Governor, Lawrence Sampofu, on behalf of Namibia, and Chipoka Mulenga, the Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry of Zambia.

The auspicious occasion was preceded by a Joint Technical Committee (JTC) meeting which was convened from 18–19 June 2024 at the border town of Katima Mulilo. The initiative has been in the works since April 2019.

Both, Governor Sampofu and Minister Mulenga, reaffirmed their commitment to continue working closely together to further enhance the excellent bilateral relations that exist between Namibia and Zambia, which are anchored on longstanding historical bonds of solidarity, socio-economic and common cultural heritage.

The Walvis Bay Corridor Group CEO Mbahupu Tjivikua also participated at the meeting which comprised of a Technical Team from Member States, Border Agencies, who met to finalize the OSBP Agreement.