Also known as: Independent Patriots for Change parliamentarian
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The Namibian
Elvis Lizazi said civil servants conducting private business during working hours deprive government of paid time
“Independent Patriots for Change parliamentarian Elvis Lizazi says civil servants who conduct private business during working hours are depriving the government of the time they are paid for.”
Side hustles to get civil servants in hot waterThe Namibian
Independent Patriots for Change shadow minister Elvis Lizazi says farm workers should not lose income because farmers cannot temporarily sell livestock
“Independent Patriots for Change shadow minister of labour relations Elvis Lizazi says farm workers should not have to lose part of their income because farmers are temporarily unable to sell livestock.”
FMD-hit farmers must still pay minimum wageThe Namibian
Shadow minister Elvis Lizazi says workers deserve to receive what they are legally owed
“Shadow minister of justice and labour relations Elvis Lizazi says workers deserve to receive what they are legally owed.”
Retail workers ‘robbed’ of N$1.5m by employersThe Namibian
Independent Patriots for Change parliamentarian Elvis Lizazi says proposed appointments comply with the law
“Independent Patriots for Change parliamentarian Elvis Lizazi says the proposed appointments comply with the law.”
Swapo backs Sindano for top ECN postThe Namibian
Independent Patriots for Change shadow minister Elvis Lizazi says offences are only supposed to remain in the system for 10 years
“Independent Patriots for Change shadow minister of justice and labour relations Elvis Lizazi says offences are only supposed to remain in the system for 10 years.”
Minor offenders call for record clearanceThe Namibian
Elvis Lizazi attributes the slow progress to both structural and political factors
“Elvis Lizazi attributes the slow progress to both structural and political factors.”
Lawmakers criticised for bills gathering dustNew Era
IPC MP Elvis Lizazi argued that government should be acquiring land and buildings rather than "wasting resources" on rent
“Additionally, IPC MP Elvis Lizazi argued that 36 years after independence, the government should be acquiring land and buildings rather than "wasting resources" on rent.”
Nam diplomats accused of ‘double-dipping’ …as MPs poke holes in the MIRT budgetThe Namibian
Elvis Lizazi rejected allocated N$20 million to non-existent unit
“Another IPC member, Elvis Lizazi, also rejected the allocated funds, proposing that the money be directed to pressing issues rather than a unit that is not a "creature of law".”
IPC MPs slams N$20 million allocation to non-existent upstream petroleum unitThe Namibian
Elvis Lizazi describes matter as regrettable
“Independent Patriots for Change shadow minister of justice and labour relations Elvis Lizazi describes the matter as regrettable, saying that when one Namibian loses a source of income, it affects up to 10 others, since one family member can support more than 10 people.”
Cheetah Cement retrenchment talks ongoingThe Namibian
Independent Patriots for Change parliamentarian Elvis Lizazi said they will not allow the bill to go through until errors corrected
“Speaking to The Namibian yesterday, Independent Patriots for Change parliamentarian Elvis Lizazi said they will not allow the bill to go through until they are satisfied that all errors have been corrected to ensure nothing comes back to burden the nation.”
Namibia petroleum bill: MPs vow to scrutinise transfer of power to presidencyThe Public Service Commission has warned that civil servants selling goods at the workplace without written approval face disciplinary action ranging from a N$2 000 fine to dismissal under the Public Service Act. PSC chairperson Patrick Nandago said public servants must serve the public instead of turning workplaces into business premises.
22 October 2026 · The Namibian →
The Public Service Commission has warned that civil servants selling goods at the workplace without written approval face disciplinary action ranging from a N$2 000 fine to dismissal under the Public Service Act. PSC chairperson Patrick Nandago said public servants must serve the public instead of turning workplaces into business premises.
22 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Despite the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak affecting the livestock sector, farmers remain required to pay agricultural workers the national minimum wage—N$14 per hour from 1 January, rising to N$18 next year—with no government exemption announced. The Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations says all employers must comply unless officially notified otherwise, though regional authorities are discussing the wage issue as part of developing an outbreak response plan.
4 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Swapo deputy secretary general Uahekua Herunga said the party would not allow the removal of National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, dismissing an IPC motion to remove her as political theatrics and citing procedural violations. Opposition parties would need at least four Swapo votes to succeed in removing the speaker, who has faced criticism from opposition over her application of standing rules.
6 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations recovered N$1.5 million between April and June linked to 1,241 labour complaints in wholesale and retail businesses, involving unpaid salaries, unlawful deductions, and other payments owed to employees. Labour inspections found common violations including non-payment of wages and unlawful deductions, with a labour expert noting that many workers fear reporting violations due to job loss concerns.
5 August 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has nominated Bryan Eiseb, currently head of the Financial Intelligence Centre, to lead the Anti-Corruption Commission, with Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare tabling a motion in the National Assembly for parliamentary approval. Eiseb, 55, would succeed Paulus Noa, whose term as director general ends this month.
25 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Swapo has endorsed Gerson Sindano, an ECN commissioner since August 2022, as its preferred candidate for chairperson of the Electoral Commission of Namibia, to replace Elsie Nghikembua whose term ends this year. Sindano is a senior lecturer in language development at the University of Namibia with a doctorate in English studies.
15 June 2026 · The Namibian →
People convicted of minor offences in Namibia are calling for amendments to laws allowing petty convictions to be removed from criminal records, arguing that permanent criminal histories prevent them from rebuilding their lives. The current Criminal Procedure Act of 1997 makes no statutory provision for expungement, leaving individuals barred from decent employment unless directly pardoned by the president.
10 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The National Assembly faces criticism over legislative effectiveness as the annual budget remains the only bill to make significant progress in 2024; major legislation including the land bill and regional councils bill failed to pass and remain under discussion. Political analysts and former lawmakers attribute the slow pace to institutional, procedural and political challenges including poorly prepared draft legislation, extensive public consultations, limited sitting days, and capacity constraints within sponsoring ministries.
9 June 2026 · The Namibian →
MPs challenged whether Namibian diplomats overseas claiming car allowances while receiving government vehicles constitute "double-dipping," and questioned the N$113 million spent annually on renting properties for foreign missions. The Trade and International Relations minister defended the practices, stating double-dipping has been addressed, and noted that the government is gradually acquiring properties while focusing on opening additional missions in strategic locations.
8 April 2026 · New Era →
Opposition parliamentarians in the Independent Patriots for Change criticised the N$20 million allocation to an upstream petroleum unit in the Office of the President's budget, arguing the unit does not yet exist under law and the funding is therefore premature and amounts to corruption. They called for the money to be reallocated to the minister of industries, mines and energy pending passage of the petroleum bill.
27 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Cheetah Cement has notified the Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations of its intent to retrench 87 employees by 15 April, citing financial losses, import restrictions, and a blocked merger. The notice is a declaration of intent subject to ongoing consultations with the ministry and the Mineworkers Union of Namibia, and the final number of retrenchments may change.
26 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Multiple opposition parties have objected to a petroleum amendment bill that would transfer oil and gas regulatory authority from the Ministry of Industries, Mining and Energy to the Presidency, warning it could enable political interference, corruption, and undermine parliamentary oversight. The bill requires support from all 51 Swapo parliamentarians to pass in the 96-seat National Assembly.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Parliament will scrutinise the petroleum bill before passage, with MPs from multiple parties expressing concerns that it concentrates too much power in the presidency and calling for amendments before approval. The bill, to be tabled today, seeks to transfer certain powers from the minister of industries, mines and energy to the president.
5 February 2026 · The Namibian →