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Agnes Tjongarero

Also known as: Minister Agnes Tjongarero

2023-04-262026-06-23
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  1. June 2026

  2. Windhoek Observer

    Agnes Tjongarero dissolved the entire NYC board over allegations of misconduct, dishonesty, and mismanagement of funds

    Source

    “Former youth minister Agnes Tjongarero subsequently dissolved the entire NYC board over allegations of misconduct, dishonesty, and mismanagement of funds for defying a directive to not proceed with the general assembly at Rietfontein.”

    NYC blows N$2 million on violence and chaos …factions trade accusations as allegations of fixing and dirty politics emerge
  3. December 2024

  4. The Namibian

    Agnes Tjongarero lost N$711 200 in personal savings to scammers

    Source

    “Minister of sport, youth and national service Agnes Tjongarero says scammers have defrauded her of N$711 200 in personal savings.”

    Minister Agnes Tjongarero loses N$711 200 to scam: Calls for improved cybersecurity measures
  5. March 2024

  6. The Namibian

    Sport, youth and national service minister Agnes Tjongarero said the stadium symbolises commitment to fostering growth of cricket in the nation

    Source

    “This stadium symbolises our commitment to fostering the growth of cricket in our nation and also beyond.”

    Namibia readies for ‘lekker’ Cricket world cups
  7. February 2024

  8. The Namibian

    Minister Agnes Tjongarero described Geingob as a keen sportsman

    Source

    “Minister of sport, youth and national service Agnes Tjongarero has described the late president as a keen sportsman.”

    I will finish Geingob’s tenure – Mbumba
  9. January 2024

  10. The Namibian

    Agnes Tjongarero commended participants for their determination, courage and perseverance

    Source

    “"To the participants, I want to commend each and every one of those who will be taking part for their determination, courage and perseverance," Tjongarero said.”

    Nedbank continues cycling development

  11. The Namibian

    Agnes Tjongarero expressed being over the moon about Namibia's Afcon 2023 qualification

    Source

    “These were the words expressed by sport, youth and national service minister Agnes Tjongarero following, Namibia's Brave Warriors qualification in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) 2023 knockout stage.”

    I am over the moon – Tjongarero

  12. The Namibian

    Minister Agnes Tjongarero congratulated technical team and players on making Namibians proud

    Source

    “Minister of sport, youth and national service Agnes Tjongarero yesterday congratulated the technical team and players, adding that the senior national team has done nothing but made every Namibian proud.”

    I am the happiest Namibian today! – Geingob
  13. October 2023

  14. The Namibian

    Agnes Tjongarero congratulated the Brave Warriors on qualifying for the Afcon finals

    Source

    “Tjongarero congratulated the Brave Warriors on qualifying for the Afcon finals, the rugby team that recently competed at the Rugby World Cup and the u19 cricket team that qualified for the u19 Cricket World Cup, while she also highlighted the recent 'outpouring of love and support for sport.'”

    Desert Dash back for 19th edition
  15. April 2023

  16. The Namibian

    Sport minister Agnes Tjongarero appointed Magreth Mengo as chairperson of the Namibia Professional Boxing and Wrestling Control Board on 7 April 2021

    Source

    “On 7 April 2021, sport minister Agnes Tjongarero appointed Magreth Mengo as chairperson of the Namibia Professional Boxing and Wrestling Control Board.”

    The State of Professional Boxing in Namibia 33 years after Independence
Society

NYC assembly descends into chaos, wastes N$2 million

The News

The National Youth Council's general assembly in Swakopmund descended into violence on Saturday, injuring nine delegates and forcing the electoral committee to resign over safety concerns. The suspended election process, marred by allegations of political interference and back-door deals, has wasted an estimated N$2 million in public funds.

Why it matters

National Youth Council elections collapse into violence, wasting N$2 million in public funds and raising governance concerns.

23 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →

Yesterday

  1. NYC assembly descends into chaos, wastes N$2 million

    The National Youth Council's general assembly in Swakopmund descended into violence on Saturday, injuring nine delegates and forcing the electoral committee to resign over safety concerns. The suspended election process, marred by allegations of political interference and back-door deals, has wasted an estimated N$2 million in public funds.

    23 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 15 January

  1. Namibia hosts ICC Men's U19 Cricket World Cup for first time

    Minister of Education Sanet Steenkamp officially launched the ICC Men's U19 Cricket World Cup 2026 in Windhoek, welcoming eight participating nations including Australia, Sri Lanka, Ireland, Afghanistan, West Indies, Tanzania, South Africa, and Japan. Steenkamp emphasised the historic significance of the tournament for Namibian sport and its broader benefits for youth development, tourism, and the country's international standing.

    15 January 2026 · The Namibian →

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