Also known as: CPBN
Central Procurement Board of Namibia — government procurement body managing public contracts and tender processes, recently strengthened bid evaluation procedures.
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The Namibian
Central Procurement Board of Namibia declined to comment on the matter as it is sub judice
“Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) spokesperson Johanna Kambala yesterday said: "Please note that this matter is sub judice and thus CPBN is not in a position to comment further."”
Katiti’s Afripharm seeks to halt N$1.3 billion medicine tenderInformanté
Central Procurement Board of Namibia has introduced strengthened procedures for Bid Evaluation Committee member appointments
“THE Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) has introduced strengthened procedures governing the appointment of Bid Evaluation Committee (BEC) members, as part of ongoing efforts to improve service delivery and strengthen transparency and accountability in public procurement.”
CPBN introduces revised procedures for the appointment of Bid Evaluation Committee membersThe Namibian
Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) resolved to cancel the restricted bidding process for six-month food procurement
“In a letter dated 16 April, the Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) informs all bidders that it has resolved to cancel the restricted bidding process for the six-month procurement of food on behalf of the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture.”
Emergency school hostel food tender cancelled as costly interim contracts extended for six monthsNew Era
Central Procurement Board of Namibia has moved to overhaul how bid evaluators are appointed
“The Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) has moved to overhaul how bid evaluators are appointed.”
CPBN tightens grip on procurement amidst transparency concernsThe Namibian
Central Procurement Board of Namibia has introduced revised procedures for appointing bid evaluation committee members
“The Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) has introduced revised procedures for appointing bid evaluation committee (BEC) members, aimed at strengthening transparency and accountability in public procurement.”
Procurement board tightens appointment rules for bid evaluation committeeThe Namibian
Central Procurement Board of Namibia confirms health ministry requested deferral of tender award
“CPBN confirms that the health ministry requested them to postpone awarding the tender.”
Government pivots on N$194m central medical store projectInformanté
Central Procurement Board of Namibia conducted due diligence exercise that brought the matter to light before contract award
“The matter reportedly came to light after a due diligence exercise conducted by the Central Procurement Board of Namibia prior to the awarding of a contract to the company.”
Windhoek tax officer arrested for irregular certificateThe Namibian
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) said Namra confirmed tax certificate was issued unprocedurally and was subsequently revoked
“In that matter, Zong Mei challenged its disqualification after CPBN said Namra had confirmed that a good standing certificate submitted by one of the joint venture partners was issued "unprocedurally" and was subsequently revoked.”
ACC arrest Namra official over Namfisa tenderNew Era
Central Procurement Board of Namibia conducted a due diligence exercise that uncovered the matter
“The matter was uncovered after a due diligence exercise conducted by the Central Procurement Board of Namibia prior to the award of a contract to the company.”
Taxman jailed over fraudulent tax certificationThe Namibian
Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) had its direct procurement of 23 Wabtec/General Electric locomotives cancelled
“The board, in consultation with the ministry, has cancelled the direct procurement by the Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) of 23 new Wabtec/General Electric locomotives.”
TransNamib seeks new locomotives after N$2.5-billion tender cancelled over geopoliticsThe government is rolling out a N$1.5-billion fencing project in the ||Kharas region to protect Namibia's foot-and-mouth disease-free status as outbreaks spread in South Africa and Botswana. The veterinary fencing aims to strengthen FMD defences, create buffer zones, and protect beef exports to markets like the European Union and China.
12 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The government is rolling out a N$1.5-billion fencing project in the ||Kharas region to protect Namibia's foot-and-mouth disease-free status as outbreaks spread in South Africa and Botswana. The veterinary fencing aims to strengthen FMD defences, create buffer zones, and protect beef exports to markets like the European Union and China.
12 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Agriculture is preparing to construct a veterinary cordon fence along the Namibia–South Africa border to safeguard the livestock sector and prevent the spread of Foot-and-Mouth Disease, with contractors invited to bid by 14 July 2026. The fence is intended to control livestock movement across the border and reduce the risk of transboundary animal diseases that could have serious economic implications for Namibia's livestock industry.
10 July 2026 · Informanté →
A High Court dispute over a N$64.2 million construction contract for upgrading the Okakarara Vocational Training Centre, involving the Central Procurement Board of Namibia, Octagon Construction, and the Namibia Training Authority, has been referred to court-connected mediation as the parties seek alternative dispute resolution before trial.
8 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The High Court has rejected an application by Pamo Trading Enterprises to revive a government school feeding tender that was cancelled by the Central Procurement Board of Namibia. Deputy Judge President Theo Prinsloo ruled that the procurement process had legally collapsed once the bid validity period expired and could not be resurrected through court intervention.
3 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Elizabeth Shiponeni, acting executive for governance at the Central Procurement Board of Namibia, has been suspended for a third time—now until 31 July—over alleged corruption involving school food, pharmaceutical, and railway deals. Her suspension began in October 2025 and has been repeatedly extended; sources claim she was found not guilty during disciplinary proceedings but the suspension continued.
2 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Health and Social Services' procurement committee has blocked senior officials' proposal to bypass public tender procedures for a N$1-billion medicine purchase, citing concerns that emergency procurement could be abused. The tender was meant to address medicine shortages at public hospitals and clinics.
28 June 2026 · The Namibian →
First National Bank Namibia and the Central Procurement Board of Namibia have partnered to improve efficiency, transparency and accountability in public procurement. The institutions discussed performance guarantees and explored ways to reduce delays in project implementation.
17 June 2026 · The Namibian →
A year after cancellation over single-sourcing concerns, TransNamib will restart the process to buy 23 new locomotives for N$1.7 billion following an independent technical evaluation of manufacturers. The procurement will proceed through the Central Procurement Board of Namibia using secured development finance.
26 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said medicine shortages in public hospitals are a major burden on her administration, after the Ministry of Health and Social Services revealed national pharmaceutical stock levels are at 60%, below the government's 80% minimum target.
21 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
PIS Security Services has filed a review application at the High Court challenging a N$40 million three-year security contract awarded to Novo Security Services CC in October 2025, alleging that eight active Namibian police officers were falsely presented as employees and managers of Novo in its bid.
20 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Hidipo Hamata, who recently quit the Popular Democratic Movement, has clarified he is not joining the ruling Swapo party and may take time to reflect and pursue other work instead.
19 May 2026 · New Era →
Sara Katiti's Afripharm Investments is seeking to stop government contract negotiations on a N$1.3 billion tender for mental health, cancer, and chronic-disease medicines to state hospitals, arguing the tender expired in March 2025. The procurement has been mired in court disputes since April 2023, including a challenge over a N$1.3 billion award to a company owned by a five-year-old child.
17 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Finance has rejected the Social Security Commission's request for a procurement exemption to fast-track a N$43.8-million fund management system project. Finance minister Ericah Shafudah said the SSC did not sufficiently justify why the entire Public Procurement Act should be set aside, and noted that the law already provides procurement options such as restricted bidding for specialized services.
6 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia has introduced strengthened procedures for appointing Bid Evaluation Committee members, requiring applicants to possess accredited qualifications, valid certificates of conduct, compulsory training, and competency assessment. The enhanced process aims to promote integrity, transparency, and efficiency in public procurement.
23 April 2026 · Informanté →
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has requested cancellation of a N$194-million tender to build new central medical stores in Windhoek, citing that the expected outcome did not justify costs. The cancellation follows allegations of political interference and concerns raised by the Global Fund over the redirection of its N$194-million donation originally earmarked for the project.
22 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The government has cancelled a restricted bidding process for school hostel food procurement and extended costly interim emergency contracts for six months to avoid disruptions while a new tender is finalised. The extension follows legal procedures linked to the procurement process, though stakeholders raise concerns about transparency and the impact on vulnerable hostel pupils.
21 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia has introduced new measures for appointing Bid Evaluation Committee members, including requirements for accredited qualifications, police clearance certificates, and mandatory training and competency assessments. The reforms aim to address longstanding concerns about transparency, capacity gaps, and delays in public procurement evaluations.
17 April 2026 · New Era →
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia has introduced stricter procedures for appointing bid evaluation committee members, requiring accredited qualifications, police certificates of conduct, compulsory training, and competency assessments to ensure integrity and transparency in public procurement.
15 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Institute for Public Policy Research has criticized the government's decision to bypass the Central Procurement Board on N$350 million in projects, arguing it creates risks of corruption and waste. The government has directly awarded contracts including a N$140-million sports stadium project to the Roads Contractor Company and other projects to August 26 without public tendering, a practice that lacks transparency and limits competition for local businesses.
12 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Ministry of Health and Social Services has abruptly suspended a tender process for building a N$194 million central medical store and is instead planning to lease and renovate part of the Ramatex Rhino Garments building at N$100,000 monthly, a pivot that the Global Fund (which approved the original construction plan) is reportedly discussing with the government.
13 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Construction of a planned 500-bed state hospital in Windhoek's Havana settlement has not yet commenced, two years after a 2024 groundbreaking ceremony, despite being scheduled for 2027 completion. Residents and opposition parties question the project's progress, while the health ministry reports that preliminary infrastructure work including road and utility connections is underway.
27 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested a tax officer at the Namibia Revenue Agency over alleged irregular issuance of a Tax Good Standing Certificate to a company that had outstanding tax obligations. The officer was granted bail and the case has been postponed to April 2026, with another suspect still to be apprehended.
24 February 2026 · Informanté →
The Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested Namra tax officer Richard Oaseb for allegedly issuing a tax good standing certificate to Zong Mei Engineering without proper authority, enabling the company to bid on a N$237 million Namfisa head office tender despite outstanding tax returns and debt. The certificate was subsequently revoked and led to the company's disqualification from the procurement process.
24 February 2026 · The Namibian →
A Tax Officer at Namibia's revenue agency, Namra, has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Commission for allegedly approving a Tax Good Standing Certificate to a Chinese company that owed outstanding taxes. The fraud was uncovered during a due diligence exercise by the Central Procurement Board ahead of a contract award to the company.
23 February 2026 · New Era →