Namibian dancers, president welcome Jill Biden to Africa

Published February 21, 2023 9:06 PM

By DARLENE SUPERVILLE
Associated Press

WINDHOEK, Namibia (AP) — Dancers, drummers and Namibia’s president and first lady welcomed Jill Biden to their country on Wednesday. Biden is opening a five-day, two-country visit to Africa. It’s aimed at highlighting the challenges facing women and young people and the food insecurity plaguing the Horn of Africa. The U.S. first lady was greeted by dancers representing Namibia’s different ethnic groups. Her visit is part of a commitment by President Joe Biden to deepen U.S. engagement with the countries of Africa. Kenya will be the second stop on Biden’s first tour of Africa as first lady. President Biden plans to visit Africa later this year.

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