Embassy of the United States, Windhoek
LocationWindhoek, Namibia
Address14 Lossen Street Windhoek, Namibia
Coordinates22°34′34″S 17°5′13″E / 22.57611°S 17.08694°E / -22.57611; 17.08694
Websitehttps://na.usembassy.gov

The Embassy of the United States in Windhoek is the diplomatic mission of the United States of America in Namibia.

History

Diplomatic relations between Namibia and the United States were established on March 21, 1990, coinciding with Namibia's independence from South Africa. On this date, the existing U.S. Liaison Office in Windhoek was elevated to embassy status, and Roger A. McGuire took the position as Chargé d'Affaires ad interim.[1] McGuire would later win three Superior Honor Awards from the State Department. His third award was in 1991 for his "lasting contribution to democracy and self-determination in Africa."[2] The first ambassador, Genta H. Holmes was appointed on August 6, 1990.

In March 2023, the embassy announced a project to install 900 solar panels, supplying half of the compound's energy needs.[3]

See also

References

  1. ↑ "A Guide to the United States' History of Recognition, Diplomatic, and Consular Relations, by Country, since 1776: Namibia". history.state.gov. Retrieved November 8, 2023.
  2. ↑ "Roger A. McGuire, 61; Diplomat, Africa Expert". Washington Post. Washington, D.C. January 29, 2005. Retrieved February 20, 2017.
  3. ↑ Kemp, Yunus (March 10, 2023). "US Embassy in Namibia installs hundreds of solar panels at compound". Retrieved November 14, 2023.
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