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Catherine Shipushu

2022-04-012026-06-25
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  1. June 2026

  2. Windhoek Observer

    NIPDB senior manager Catherine Shipushu acknowledged awareness of the allegations but said NIPDB could not comment on anonymous claims the allegations

    Source

    “NIPDB senior manager for marketing, branding and communications Catherine Shipushu acknowledged awareness of the allegations but said the institution could not comment on anonymous claims.”

    Whistleblower alleges corruption at NIPDB
  3. February 2026

  4. New Era

    Catherine Shipushu said Namibia offers a stable, predictable and resource-rich mining environment aligned with global demand for critical and strategic minerals

    Source

    “"Namibia offers a stable, predictable and resource-rich mining environment that is aligned with global demand for critical and strategic minerals," she said.”

    Namibia showcased at Mining Indaba
  5. January 2026

  6. New Era

    Catherine Shipushu is Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board spokesperson

    Source

    “According to a statement issued by Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board spokesperson Catherine Shipushu, the StartupBlink Index looks at how easy it is for innovators and entrepreneurs to do business in different countries.”

    Namibia: Africa's business capital

  7. The Namibian

    Catherine Shipushu said NIPDB would comment on IShowSpeed's visit's meaning for Namibia's tourism once tour concludes

    Source

    “NIPDB spokesperson Catherine Shipushu yesterday said the company would only be able to comment on what IShowSpeed's visit to Namibia would mean for Namibia's tourism once the tour concludes.”

    ‘Chat, Namibian beef slaps!’

  8. The Namibian

    Catherine Shipushu said the ranking highlights Namibia's strong institutional credibility, governance quality and international trust

    Source

    “Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board spokesperson Catherine Shipushu says the ranking highlights the country's strong institutional credibility, governance quality and international trust within the African continent.”

    Namibia ranks as Africa’s best country to start a business

  9. The Namibian

    Catherine Shipushu has confirmed IShowSpeed's arrival

    Source

    “NIPDB spokesperson Catherine Shipushu has confirmed IShowSpeed's arrival and says they will keep the nation updated.”

    IShowSpeed set to arrive in Namibia on Tuesday
Politics

Anonymous whistleblower alleges corruption at NIPDB

The News

An anonymous complaint submitted to the Anti-Corruption Commission has alleged corruption, nepotism, favouritism and governance irregularities at the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board under former CEO Nangula Uaandja between 2021 and 2025. The allegations, which have not been independently verified, include claims of recruitment irregularities, including the appointment of Tinus Fourie to positions without public advertisement or interview.

Why it matters

Anonymous whistleblower corruption allegations at NIPDB name former CEO and raise governance irregularities that warrant anti-corruption commission investigation.

2 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Anonymous whistleblower alleges corruption at NIPDB

    An anonymous complaint submitted to the Anti-Corruption Commission has alleged corruption, nepotism, favouritism and governance irregularities at the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board under former CEO Nangula Uaandja between 2021 and 2025. The allegations, which have not been independently verified, include claims of recruitment irregularities, including the appointment of Tinus Fourie to positions without public advertisement or interview.

    2 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Saturday 7 February

  1. Namibia to showcase mining opportunities at 2026 Indaba

    Namibia will participate in the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026 in Cape Town in February to attract investors and development partners to its mining sector. The country will host two investment-focused sessions highlighting its stable mining environment, mineral resources including uranium and diamonds, and projects seeking support for exploration, processing and value addition.

    7 February 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 29 January

  1. Namibia ranks top in Africa for market perception

    Namibia has been ranked first in Africa for market perception in the StartupBlink Innovators Business Environment Index 2026, reflecting strong institutional trust, good governance, and stability. The ranking recognises Namibia's investor-friendly business environment and reforms such as the Investor One Stop Centre and ScaleUp Namibia platform.

    29 January 2026 · New Era →

  2. YouTube streamer IShowSpeed visits Namibia, meets Himba and San communities

    American YouTube sensation IShowSpeed toured Namibia, visiting Himba and San communities in Okahandja, learning traditional practices, and sampling local food. The streamer was hosted by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board and expressed interest in supporting local campaigns in the communities he visited.

    29 January 2026 · The Namibian →

  3. Namibia ranked Africa's best country to start business

    According to the StartupBlink Innovators Business Environment Index 2026, Namibia has been ranked as Africa's most trustworthy and stable country to start a new company, ranking first in Africa in the market perception pillar. The ranking evaluates conditions across ease of operating a business, business incentives, and market perception—assessing governance quality, credibility, transparency, stability, human capital, and international mobility across over 125 countries.

    29 January 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 27 January

  1. American streamer IShowSpeed arrives in Namibia on Tuesday

    Content creator Darren Watkins Jr, known as IShowSpeed, is set to arrive in Namibia on Tuesday as part of his Africa StreamTour, after delays due to aviation permit issues. The Communication Regulatory Authority has confirmed he will not use StarLink during his stay.

    27 January 2026 · The Namibian →

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