Bisey /Uirab

Namibia Airports Company chief executive who was summoned by the Anti-Corruption Commission in a 2026 investigation into corrupt practices.

2023-06-042026-10-06

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April 2024
17 AprThe Namibian
NCCI president Bisey /Uirab called for local participation in the petroleum sector
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“NCCI president Bisey /Uirab called for local participation in the sector.”
All Namibians should benefit from oil, gas – petroleum chief
June 2023
4 JunThe Namibian
Bisey /Uirab led NAC as chief executive
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“The NAC, led by chief executive Bisey /Uirab, selected Central Oil Namibia in 2021 to supply fuel at Eros and Andimba Toivo ya Toivo airports for the next 15 years in a deal valued at N$14,8 million a year.”
Company with one employee wins N$222m airport fuel tender

Politics

ACC summons NAC chief executive for investigation into corrupt practices

The News

The Anti-Corruption Commission has summoned Namibia Airports Company CEO Bisey /Uirab as part of an investigation into alleged corrupt practices at the state-owned company. The summons seeks information and documentation relating to transactions and appointments at NAC, including the awarding of a tender for the renovation of the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting facility and the appointment of the head of internal audit.

22 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 22 September

ACC summons NAC chief executive for investigation into corrupt practices
The Anti-Corruption Commission has summoned Namibia Airports Company CEO Bisey /Uirab as part of an investigation into alleged corrupt practices at the state-owned company. The summons seeks information and documentation relating to transactions and appointments at NAC, including the awarding of a tender for the renovation of the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting facility and the appointment of the head of internal audit.
22 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 19 August

Jet fuel supply shortage affects Hosea Kutako International Airport
The Namibia Airports Company says it is closely monitoring Jet A-1 fuel supply challenges at Hosea Kutako International Airport and is working with fuel suppliers, government authorities, airlines and other aviation stakeholders to manage the situation and minimise disruptions. Airport operations are continuing and contingency measures are being considered where necessary.
19 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 30 June

NAC launches first aviation security training after ASTO certification
The Namibia Airports Company has launched its first Basic Aviation Security Training Course following certification as an Aviation Security Training Organisation. The course, running from 29 June to 14 July 2026 in Windhoek, brings together 50 participants including 29 police officers and 21 NAC employees to enhance airport and aviation infrastructure protection.
30 June 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 3 June

Edelweiss launches nonstop flights from Zurich to Windhoek
Swiss carrier Edelweiss has begun non-stop service between Zurich and Windhoek with two weekly flights on Mondays and Fridays, adding a third frequency on Wednesdays from July 2026. The inaugural flight landed at Hosea Kutako International Airport on Monday carrying 285 passengers.
3 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 2 June

Edelweiss launches direct Zurich-Windhoek flights twice weekly
Swiss airline Edelweiss has begun direct flights between Zurich and Hosea Kutako International Airport, initially operating twice weekly on Mondays and Fridays, with a third weekly flight to begin 15 July 2026. The inaugural flight on 1 June carried 285 passengers inbound and 261 outbound, marking the first non-stop commercial air link between Switzerland and Namibia.
2 June 2026 · Informanté →
Edelweiss inaugurates twice-weekly Zurich-Windhoek direct service
Edelweiss airline launched a non-stop commercial service between Zurich and Windhoek, carrying 285 passengers on the inaugural flight to Namibia and 261 departing for Switzerland. The Namibia Airports Company says the service will initially operate twice weekly, with plans to expand to three weekly flights from mid-July, marking a milestone for the country's aviation and tourism sectors.
2 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 4 May

Namibia has sufficient jet fuel capacity amid Middle East tensions
Namibia Airports Company chief executive Bisey /Uirab says the country has sufficient fuel capacity to bridge short-term supply constraints amid geopolitical tensions affecting shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Fuel suppliers at Namibian airports are contractually required to maintain reserves of Jet A1 and FGas.
4 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 3 May

Edelweiss Air increases Zurich-Windhoek flights to three weekly
Edelweiss Air will expand its direct Zürich–Windhoek service to three weekly flights from July 2026, up from two weekly flights starting June 2026, using an Airbus A350-900. The expansion is expected to boost inbound tourism to destinations including Etosha National Park, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund and the Skeleton Coast.
3 May 2026 · Informanté →

Saturday 2 May

Edelweiss Air boosts Zürich-Windhoek flights to three weekly
Edelweiss Air will increase its non-stop service from Zürich to Windhoek from two to three weekly flights from 15 July. This expansion is part of Namibia's broader growth in international connectivity, with the country's airports expected to serve 17 international destinations by mid-2026, nearly doubling from 10 destinations in 2023.
2 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 31 March

Vetumbuavi Mungunda appointed NCCI president
The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry has appointed Vetumbuavi Mungunda as president, with Patty Karuaihe-Martin and Tarah Shaanika as deputy leaders. The new board, which will serve a two-year term, aims to strengthen the chamber's institutional capacity and expand its role in economic and policy discussions.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 30 March

New NCCI President Pledges Stronger Economic Voice
Vetumbuavi Mungunda was elected president of the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry at the organization's Annual General Meeting on 27 March 2026, replacing Bisey /Uirab. Mungunda has outlined plans to strengthen institutional capacity, broaden sectoral and regional representation, and position the chamber as a more formidable influence in national and regional economic debates.
30 March 2026 · New Era →
Outgoing NCCI president urges private sector greater responsibility
The outgoing president of the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry called on the private sector to take greater ownership in developing the country and supporting small and medium-sized enterprises, which he described as the backbone of the economy. New NCCI president Vetumbuavi Mungunda pledged to focus on strengthening the chamber's capacity for thought leadership and expanding its representation across sectors.
30 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 29 March

Vetumbuavi Mungunda elected Namibia Chamber of Commerce president
The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry has appointed Vetumbuavi Mungunda as president, with Patty Karuaihe-Martin and Tarah Shaanika as vice presidents. The new board will focus on strengthening institutional capacity and expanding the chamber's role in economic and policy discussions.
29 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 5 March

Proflight Zambia launches new Windhoek service
Zambian carrier Proflight Zambia inaugurated its first flights to Windhoek this week, operating three times weekly between Lusaka, Livingstone, and Namibia's capital. Government officials and aviation stakeholders highlighted the route's potential to boost tourism, trade, and regional connectivity between the two countries.
5 March 2026 · New Era →
Proflight begins three-weekly Lusaka-Windhoek service
Proflight Zambia launched a new three-times-weekly air service connecting Lusaka and Windhoek via Livingstone, operating on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Namibian officials said the route would boost trade, tourism and regional connectivity between the two nations.
5 March 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 17 February

Namibia's international air connections surge to 17 destinations
Namibia recorded 11% passenger growth from January to October 2025, with the Air Connect Namibia initiative expanding the country's international destinations from 10 in 2023 to 17 by mid-2026, adding over 120,000 new international seats and positioning Namibia as southern Africa's leading aviation growth story.
17 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 13 February

Namibia's tourism sector recovers to 79% of pre-pandemic levels
Namibia recorded 1.26 million international tourist arrivals in 2024, a 45.5% increase from 2023, with the high-end sector experiencing robust recovery driven by demand for eco-conscious, low-density experiences in destinations like Etosha, Sossusvlei, and emerging remote areas. The sector is projected to generate N$4.6 billion in 2025 with continued growth expected from improved air connectivity and diversified marketing strategies.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 30 January

Air Connect Namibia drives rapid aviation growth in region
Namibia has nearly doubled its international air connectivity since 2023 and achieved the largest capacity growth among southern African countries without a flag carrier, with passenger numbers growing 11% in early 2025. The Air Connect Namibia initiative has secured several new international routes and added over 120,000 new seats to the network, positioning the country as a premier tourism and investment destination.
30 January 2026 · New Era →