First lady Jill Biden arrived in Namibia, the first stop on a trip meant to show the administration's commitment to Africa, according to a White House official.
Namibian President Hage Geingob and U.S. First Lady Jill Biden meet during the first leg of her African visit, at the State House, Feb. 22, 2023, in Windhoek, Namibia.First lady Jill Biden arrived in Namibia on Wednesday, the first stop on a trip meant to show the administration's commitment to Africa, according to a White House official.
Namibia's First Lady Monica Geingos welcomes US First Lady Jill Biden upon her arrival at the Hosea Kutako International Airport, Feb. 22, 2023, in Windhoek, Namibia.A White House official said, while in Namibia, Biden plans to focus on how the youth can contribute to the country's democracy and health.The women then traveled to the state house, where Namibian President Hage Geingob greeted them.
Kenya has faced multiple droughts over the last 15 years, causing major food supply and public health issues."In both countries, she will also do women's and youth empowerment related engagements," the official said.
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