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Anselm Marungu

Also known as: Arnselm Marungu

Anselm Marungu — deputy minister of environment and tourism and Ndonga Linena constituency councillor appointed by President Nandi-Ndaitwah in April 2026.

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  1. June 2026

  2. Windhoek Observer

    Anselm Marungu was appointed as deputy minister of environment, forestry and tourism

    Source

    “The suspension of SPYL regional secretary for information, publicity and mobilization, Bibiana Shapi, comes amid preparations for an extraordinary regional conference expected to fill the vacant regional secretary position following the resignation Anselm Marungu, who was appointed as deputy minister of environment, forestry and tourism.”

    Leadership succession battle rocks SPYL Kavango East
  3. April 2026

  4. The Namibian

    Anselm Marungu announced N$50 000 sponsorship for HAM Heroes Cup

    Source

    “Ndonga Linena constituency councillor and deputy minister of environment and tourism Anselm Marungu announced the sponsorship during an official engagement with stakeholders at the constituency office on Friday.”

    HAM Heroes Cup receives N$50 000 boost

  5. The Namibian

    Anselm Marungu has been the long-serving secretary of the Swapo Party Youth League in the Kavango East region

    Source

    “He has been the long-serving secretary of the Swapo Party Youth League in the Kavango East region, and was previously a board member of the National Youth Council.”

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  6. The Namibian

    Anselm Marungu was appointed deputy minister of environment and tourism

    Source

    “Kavango East Ndonga Linena constituency councillor Anselm Marungu has been appointed deputy minister of environment and tourism, effective Wednesday.”

    Kavango East councillor appointed deputy minister of environment
  7. March 2026

  8. New Era

    Anselm Marungu is member of Parliament in National Council and constituency councillor for Ndonga Linena

    Source

    “Speaking on the independence celebration, a member of Parliament in the National Council and constituency councillor for Ndonga Linena Arnselm Marungu, highlighted the pivotal role of youth leadership.”

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  9. New Era

    Marungu noted improvements in education and revitalisation of green schemes

    Source

    “Marungu noted improvements in education and the revitalisation of green schemes such as Uvungu-Vungu, Ndonga Linena and Shadikongoro, which strengthened local economies and supported livelihoods.”

    36 years: Bridging the gap through youth leadership
  10. January 2026

  11. New Era

    Anselm Marungu says will not affect his work in the constituency by going to the National Council

    Source

    “Ndonga Linena constituency councillor Anselm Marungu says going to the National Council will not affect his work in the constituency.”

    Poverty eradication high on Marungu’s agenda

  12. New Era

    Anselm Marungu plans to prioritise agriculture and community gardens to fight hunger and poverty

    Source

    “They are also prioritising agriculture and plan to get communities organised to empower them to start community gardens to fight hunger and poverty.”

    Poverty eradication high on Marungu’s agenda
Politics

SPYL Kavango East suspends regional secretary pending investigation

The News

The SWAPO Party Youth League regional executive committee in Kavango East suspended regional secretary Bibiana Shapi pending investigation into allegations that she undermined the committee's authority and unity by participating in efforts to remove elected members. Shapi rejected the suspension as unconstitutional and politically motivated, amid preparations for an extraordinary regional conference to fill a vacant position.

4 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 4 June

  1. SPYL Kavango East suspends regional secretary pending investigation

    The SWAPO Party Youth League regional executive committee in Kavango East suspended regional secretary Bibiana Shapi pending investigation into allegations that she undermined the committee's authority and unity by participating in efforts to remove elected members. Shapi rejected the suspension as unconstitutional and politically motivated, amid preparations for an extraordinary regional conference to fill a vacant position.

    4 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 30 April

  1. HAM Heroes Cup receives N$50,000 sponsorship for multi-sport tournament

    The inaugural Honourable Anselm Marungu (HAM) Heroes Cup has received a N$50,000 sponsorship boost ahead of the multi-sport tournament scheduled for 28–30 August in Nyondo village, Kavango East. The event will feature football, netball, volleyball, pool, athletics and the traditional game Wera, and is designed to drive youth development and community upliftment.

    30 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 7 April

  1. President appoints new ministerial and deputy ministerial officials

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed several new officials to ministerial and deputy ministerial positions, including Charles Mubita as minister in the Presidency, Hambeleleni Ndjaleka as deputy minister of health and social services, and others to various portfolio positions across government departments.

    7 April 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. President appoints new minister and deputy ministers

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced the appointment of Charles Mubita as minister in the presidency, eight deputy ministers across various portfolios, and an adviser to the minister of defence and veterans affairs, with the aim of strengthening governance and coordination.

    7 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 3 April

  1. President appoints minister and deputy ministers to strengthen government

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed Charles Mubita as Minister in the Presidency and Moses //Khumub as Deputy Minister in the Office of the Vice President, along with seven deputy ministers and an advisor to the Defence and Veterans Affairs Minister. The President said the appointments are intended to strengthen the Executive arm and improve institutional coordination and service delivery.

    3 April 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 2 April

  1. President appoints seven new deputy ministers nationwide

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced the appointment of seven new deputy ministers across various portfolios including health, transport, environment, and justice, as part of efforts to strengthen governance and accelerate service delivery.

    2 April 2026 · Informanté →

  2. President urges new deputy ministers to deliver on NDP6

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed a new minister, seven deputy ministers, and an adviser, urging them to deliver measurable progress on infrastructure, healthcare, safety, job creation, and public services as outlined in the sixth National Development Plan. The appointees, all elected councillors from the 2025 regional council elections, have accepted their roles with commitments to follow principles of pragmatism, integrity, and accountability.

    2 April 2026 · The Namibian →

  3. Kavango East councillor appointed environment deputy minister

    Anselm Marungu, a Ndonga Linena constituency councillor, has been appointed deputy minister of environment and tourism by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, effective immediately, while retaining his councillor position.

    2 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 23 March

  1. Young leaders mobilize to address Kavango East development gaps

    Young politicians in Kavango East say they are leveraging Namibia's 36th independence anniversary to translate freedom into tangible development, addressing persistent challenges including limited infrastructure, youth unemployment, and inadequate access to water, sanitation, electricity and connectivity in rural areas.

    23 March 2026 · New Era →

Friday 9 January

  1. New councillor prioritises poverty and hunger through agriculture

    Ndonga Linena constituency councillor Anselm Marungu, who is also joining the National Council, says his agenda focuses on fighting hunger and poverty through agricultural empowerment, including establishing village development committees and community gardens. He plans to continue serving both his constituency and national roles, and is also organising a sports tournament to support community development.

    9 January 2026 · New Era →

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