Justicia Shipena
No Namibian national has been reported affected by the recent US-Israeli attacks in the Middle East, according to the Namibian Embassy in Cairo.
The Embassy said it has not received reports of any Namibians directly impacted in the affected areas. It noted that the security situation remains volatile and may change without warning.
“All Namibian citizens residing in, transiting through, or travelling within the region, their safety and well-being remain a priority. The embassy will continue to provide timely updates and relevant information to keep Namibians informed as the situation unfolds,” it said in a statement yesterday.
The embassy urged Namibians to remain alert.
“All Namibians in the region are strongly encouraged to exercise heightened caution and remain vigilant,” the statement said.
Namibia also advised citizens to monitor local news and official advisories, avoid high-risk areas and large gatherings, and follow instructions from local authorities.
The embassy then called on Namibians to ensure their travel documents are valid and accessible, update their contact details with the embassy or nearest diplomatic mission, maintain communication with family members and limit travel to essential trips.
The advisory follows a weekend of strikes by US and Israeli forces on cities across Iran. US President Donald Trump described the attack as “major combat operations”, according to international media.
Explosions were reported in Iran, Israel and other Middle Eastern states after the attacks began on Saturday.
Tehran responded by launching waves of missiles and drones at Israel and at military bases in the region where US forces are stationed. Iran had previously warned that it would target US military facilities if attacked.
The United States has maintained a military presence in the Middle East for decades. According to the Council on Foreign Relations, the US operates sites across at least 19 locations in the region. Eight are permanent bases in Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. As of mid-2025, about 40 000 to 50 000 US troops are stationed across large bases and smaller forward sites.
Preliminary figures from the Iranian Red Crescent Society and state-linked media report 201 people killed and at least 747 injured as rescue operations continue.
Meanwhile, the South African Embassy in Amman also urged South African citizens in Jordan and Iraq to register with the mission.
South Africa advised its citizens to limit non-essential movement, avoid crowded areas and restricted zones, keep documents accessible and prepare emergency kits.
Botswana has also issued a travel advisory.
Botswana said about 300 of its nationals live in the region, with around 200 in the United Arab Emirates.
Botswana advised its citizens to avoid travelling to affected countries and to reroute flights away from Middle Eastern airspace until the situation calms.
