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Charles Mubita

Also known as: deputy defence minister Charles Mubita · Deputy minister of defence and veterans affairs Charles Mubita · Deputy Minister Charles Mubita

Charles Mubita — Minister in the Presidency, appointed in April 2026; previously Deputy Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs.

2025-02-102026-06-08
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  1. March 2026

  2. The Namibian

    Deputy minister Charles Mubita said was unacceptable that Impalila Island still uses Botswana pula 36 years after independence

    Source

    “This comes after deputy minister of defence and veterans affairs Charles Mubita at an Independence Day celebration at Bukalo in the Zambezi region over the weekend said it was unacceptable that Impalila Island still uses the Botswana pula 36 years on.”

    Eastern Zambezi still uses Botswana pula as NDP's Lukato blames past leadership for bridge delays

  3. New Era

    Deputy Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs Charles Mubita delivered a strong message against corruption and tribalism during Namibia's 36th Independence Day celebrations

    Source

    “BUKALO – Deputy Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs Charles Mubita delivered a strong message against corruption and tribalism during Namibia's 36th Independence Day celebrations in Bukalo on Saturday, calling for unity, accountability and decisive action to advance national development.”

    Mubita sings unity

  4. New Era

    Mubita invited National Democratic Party leader Lukato Lukato to come forward and greet the crowd

    Source

    “He specifically called on National Democratic Party (NDP) leader Lukato Lukato to come forward and greet the crowd.”

    Mubita sings unity

  5. The Namibian

    Charles Mubita proposed increasing monthly veteran allowances to N$5 000

    Source

    “Deputy minister of defence and veterans affairs Charles Mubita has proposed increasing monthly veteran allowances to N$5 000, citing stagnant grants and poor living conditions.”

    Mubita proposes N$5 000 veterans grant

  6. The Namibian

    Deputy minister Charles Mubita vowed against empty promises

    Source

    “Deputy minister of defence Charles Mubita is vowing against empty promises, saying that an island in Namibia in the far eastern Zambezi reguin still relies on Botswana's currency, 36 years after Namibia's independence”

    No to promises we can’t achieve – Mubita on Impalila using Botswana pulas after 36 years

  7. The Namibian

    Mubita said money spent on bridge project went into people's pockets due to corruption

    Source

    “"Some of the billions we spent on this have gone into people's pockets," Mubita said.”

    No to promises we can’t achieve – Mubita on Impalila using Botswana pulas after 36 years
  8. February 2026

  9. The Namibian

    Defence deputy minister Charles Mubita remarked people entrusted Swapo government to run resources because Swapo got more votes

    Source

    “Defence deputy minister Charles Mubita remarked: "You must understand that the reason why Swapo got more votes in the election is because people have entrusted the Swapo government to run the resources and the president is doing so."”

    Swapo MPs defend petroleum bill

  10. The Namibian

    Charles Mubita ordered to pay N$158 000 in legal costs after failed defamation lawsuit

    Source

    “The High Court has ordered Charles Mubita to pay N$158 000 in legal costs after his defamation lawsuit against Reinhold Shipwikeni failed.”

    Deputy minister Mubita to pay N$158 000 after failed defamation lawsuit

  11. The Namibian

    Charles Mubita is deputy minister of defence and veterans affairs

    Source

    “He is also the deputy minister of defence and veterans affairs.”

    Deputy minister Mubita to pay N$158 000 after failed defamation lawsuit
  12. February 2025

  13. The Namibian

    Charles Mubita said Nujoma was emphatic about ideological training for party members

    Source

    “Former Plan Combatants Association secretary for information mobilisation and Swapo Party School rector Charles Mubita said Nujoma was emphatic about ideological training for party members and the role of developing and instilling the correct mindsets for party cadres.”

    Founding president bought my first suit – Katjavivi remembers
Agriculture & Land

Uvhungu-Vhungu Green Scheme achieves full land utilisation

The News

President Nandi-Ndaitwah visited Uvhungu-Vhungu Green Scheme in Kavango East and applauded its achievement of fully utilising all 311 hectares for the first time, with maize planted on every centre pivot and an expected harvest of 1,900–2,000 tonnes despite electricity outages and storm damage.

Why it matters

Uvhungu-Vhungu Green Scheme achieves full land utilisation for the first time with all 311 hectares planted and an expected harvest of 1,900–2,000 tonnes, advancing food security.

2 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Uvhungu-Vhungu Green Scheme achieves full land utilisation

    President Nandi-Ndaitwah visited Uvhungu-Vhungu Green Scheme in Kavango East and applauded its achievement of fully utilising all 311 hectares for the first time, with maize planted on every centre pivot and an expected harvest of 1,900–2,000 tonnes despite electricity outages and storm damage.

    2 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. President assesses Sikondo Green Scheme irrigation project

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah visited the Sikondo Green Scheme Irrigation Project in Kavango West Region to assess agricultural productivity and operational progress as part of her national familiarisation tour of Namibia's green schemes.

    2 June 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 29 May

  1. President says development must not erase cultural identity

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said at the opening of the Omaludi Agricultural Festival in Ohangwena that development must not come at the expense of cultural identity. She noted the festival boosts the local economy through accommodation, transport, and informal trade, and announced the government will focus on improving existing agricultural schemes rather than establishing new ones.

    29 May 2026 · Informanté →

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 →

Sunday 5 April

  1. President to appoint eight deputy ministers and new minister

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is expected to announce eight new deputy ministers and appoint deputy defence minister Charles Mubita as minister in the Presidency. The move comes despite her earlier decision to cut ministries and reduce Cabinet size, with critics and analysts warning that some merged ministries may now be too large to function effectively.

    5 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 →

Tuesday 31 March

  1. Defence ministry tables N$1.52 billion veterans welfare budget

    The Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs has proposed a N$1.52 billion budget for 2026/2027 to improve welfare for liberation struggle veterans, including monthly grants, medical support, and heritage preservation. Deputy Minister Charles Mubita said the allocation will support about 23,694 veterans receiving monthly grants and address socio-economic challenges through medical care, psychosocial support, and settlement of outstanding Individual Veterans Projects.

    31 March 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 25 March

  1. India funds advanced IT lab at NDF Osona base

    India's high commissioner inaugurated an Indian-funded advanced network laboratory at Osona military base to enhance information technology training within the Namibian Defence Force. The facility features modern IT infrastructure and upgraded classrooms, supporting a bilateral cooperation agreement under which about 80 NDF personnel travel to India annually for specialised courses.

    25 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 24 March

  1. Deputy Minister demands crackdown on armed cattle rustlers

    Deputy Minister of Defence Charles Mubita has directed law enforcement to urgently strengthen protection along the Namibia–Zambia border following a surge in violent cattle rustling incidents in the Zambezi region, where armed gangs have been intimidating herders and driving livestock across the border into Zambia.

    24 March 2026 · New Era →

  2. Eastern Zambezi communities still use Botswana pula currency illegally

    Political leaders including National Democratic Party chief Martin Lukato are blaming past corruption and poor planning for Impalila and Kasika islands' continued illegal use of Botswana pula 36 years after Namibia's independence, and are calling for government action to build a delayed bridge linking the islands and addressing transport challenges in the flood-prone region.

    24 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 23 March

  1. Deputy Minister calls for unity, action against corruption

    At Namibia's 36th Independence Day celebrations in Bukalo, Deputy Minister of Defence Charles Mubita urged the country to move beyond reflection and embrace action on national development, warning that corruption, nepotism, and tribalism continue to undermine progress. In a show of political unity, Mubita invited opposition leaders, including NDP leader Lukato Lukato, to join him on stage, emphasizing that national development transcends party lines.

    23 March 2026 · New Era →

  2. Deputy minister proposes N$5,000 monthly grant for liberation veterans

    Deputy Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs Charles Mubita has proposed increasing monthly veteran allowances from N$2,200 to N$5,000, citing 18 years without increment and poor living conditions for liberation struggle veterans. A political commentator argues the proposal lacks fiscal planning and could strain the national budget.

    23 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 21 March

  1. Impalila residents still use Botswana currency 36 years after independence

    Deputy Minister of Defence Charles Mubita has criticised the continued use of Botswana pulas on Impalila Island in the Zambezi region, saying it is unacceptable 36 years after Namibia's independence. He attributed the situation to delays in constructing a bridge from Kasika to Impalila, a project he said has been hampered by corruption and poor planning, and vowed to recover misused funds to complete the infrastructure.

    21 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 13 February

  1. Swapo MPs defend oil and gas bill's local content focus

    Swapo members of parliament have defended the petroleum bill, arguing it ensures resource benefits contribute to inclusive economic growth and long-term national capacity through local content, skills development, and environmental protection. An IPC opposition MP questioned whether proposed penalties for conflict-of-interest violations are adequate for a billion-dollar industry.

    13 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 12 February

  1. Deputy minister Mubita ordered to pay N$158,000 legal costs

    The High Court has ordered Charles Mubita, a Swapo MP and deputy minister of defence and veterans affairs, to pay N$158 000 in legal costs after his defamation lawsuit against Reinhold Shipwikeni failed. The amount was confirmed during a cost review hearing on 8 December 2025.

    12 February 2026 · The Namibian →

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