Also known as: former ambassador Emvula · Ambassador Emvula · Hon. Eneas Emvula
Landless People's Movement parliamentarian who proposed National Assembly restructuring to address legislative delays and questioned the green hydrogen project's legislative framework.
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The Namibian
LPM parliamentarian Eneas Emvula criticised the proposed Public Enterprise Governance Amendment Act of 2025
“LPM parliamentarian Eneas Emvula criticised the proposed Public Enterprise Governance Amendment Act of 2025, and warned that placing entities under the Office of the Prime Minister could weaken their operational independence.”
Landless People’s Movement demands an end to bailouts for state-owned enterprisesThe Namibian
Emvula cast doubt on the viability of Namibia Air citing market limitations
“He also cast doubt on the viability of Namibia Air, citing market limitations, but suggested it could succeed through strategic partnerships and route-sharing agreements.”
Landless People’s Movement demands an end to bailouts for state-owned enterprisesThe Namibian
Eneas Emvula said he would miss Uerikua's charismatic character in the National Assembly
“Eneas Emvula from the Landless People's Movement (LPM) said he would miss Uerikua's charismatic character in the National Assembly.”
He shared sweets and told me to travel safely – deputy sport minister Ballotti on MP UerikuaThe Namibian
Eneas Emvula asked when the minister is going to update the public on the action plan
“Emvula asked the minister when she is going to update the public on the plan which is now coming to its end.”
Safety ministry to fast-track action plan on human traffickingThe Namibian
Eneas Emvula has cast doubt on the realisation of green hydrogen aspirations
“Landless People's Movement parliamentarian Eneas Emvula has cast doubt on the realisation of green hydrogen aspirations, claiming that it was just a political tool to solicit votes.”
Green hydrogen was used to win votes – LPMThe Namibian
Eneas Emvula said the benefits former heads of state receive are unacceptable given the high levels of poverty
“Landless People's Movement member of parliament Eneas Emvula says the benefits former heads of state receive are unacceptable given the high levels of poverty in the country.”
Namibian MPs call for review of former presidents' retirement perks and wealthNew Era
Landless People's Movement parliamentarian Eneas Emvula interrogated Cabinet resolution passed on 11 March 2020
“Last year, Landless People's Movement parliamentarian Eneas Emvula interrogated a Cabinet resolution passed on 11 March 2020, an urgent decision for the implementation of Resolution No. 3rd/03.03.20/004, which allows for civil servants to purchase government houses at a sliding scale discount (15% to 30%) depending on their earnings.”
Ministry threatens eviction from Govt housesA Landless People's Movement parliamentarian has called for the government to conduct a thorough cost-benefit and mandate analysis of the proposed Public Asset Management Agency before implementation, arguing that existing institutions could perform the proposed functions instead and that billions of dollars' worth of redundant public assets could be sold to fund the treasury.
20 August 2026 · The Namibian →
A Landless People's Movement parliamentarian has called for the government to conduct a thorough cost-benefit and mandate analysis of the proposed Public Asset Management Agency before implementation, arguing that existing institutions could perform the proposed functions instead and that billions of dollars' worth of redundant public assets could be sold to fund the treasury.
20 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Trade unions are demanding a greater role in parliamentary workplace oversight visits, saying their involvement is crucial to address widespread labour law violations. Mineworkers Union general secretary George Ampweya said unions have welcomed parliament's efforts but questioned their exclusion, arguing parliament should focus on legislation while unions represent workers and address workplace disputes.
16 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Landless People's Movement MP Eneas Emvula has proposed a major restructuring of the National Assembly to address legislative backlogs, including weekly reorganisation of sittings, greater use of digital systems for questions and motions, and expanded electronic voting. Emvula suggested the delays may stem from procedural issues or internal political conflicts rather than capacity constraints.
14 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The National Assembly unanimously approved Bryan Eiseb as director general of the Anti-Corruption Commission while lawmakers across parties warned the institution must pursue corruption without political interference and shed its reputation for allowing politically connected cases to go unpunished.
13 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Electoral Commission of Namibia leadership appointments have sparked a constitutional debate over Parliament's oversight powers. Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda demanded postponement of the vote on the President's ECN nominees until lawmakers are provided with recruitment, interview, and selection committee records, arguing MPs cannot exercise informed judgment without them.
10 July 2026 · New Era →
Works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi told Parliament that neither his ministry nor the government has adopted a policy to introduce electronic tolls in Namibia, stating that the proposal originated from the Road Fund Administration and was previously rejected.
2 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Landless People's Movement leader Bernadus Swartbooi dismissed ousted Keetmanshoop mayor Melody Swartbooi after she allegedly failed to ensure a motion of no confidence against two fellow LPM councillors was brought to council, with derogatory WhatsApp messages and audio recordings revealing long-standing tensions between them.
18 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Martha Imalwa, the acting prosecutor general, says she is looking forward to leaving office at the end of the year. The Judicial Service Commission has restarted recruitment for a substantive prosecutor general after none of the eight shortlisted candidates met the required standard in a written assessment.
11 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The National Planning Commission director general said Namibia is ready to move from planning to implementation of green hydrogen projects, despite the absence of dedicated legislation. The government aims to create 30,000 green jobs by 2030 and position Namibia as a low-carbon industry platform for southern Africa.
3 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Mathews Hamutenya has denied having political connections to State House or involvement in the government's decision to appoint Vitol as Namibia's sole fuel supplier, though his son recently bought 52 service stations and Hamutenya is a partner in a storage facility with Vitol. The Independent Patriots for Change have linked Hamutenya to what they describe as a "conglomerate at the centre of Namibia's petroleum oil takeover."
2 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Road Fund Administration says the proposed toll gate system, first introduced in 2021 to generate N$500–750 million annually for road maintenance, has not yet been approved by government and will not be implemented until that process is complete. The proposal has faced opposition from political parties, transport unions, and taxi associations.
20 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Construction of the Eenhana Town Council building, which began in 2018, remains incomplete due to non-payment of the contractor. The N$41 million project has had approximately N$27 million spent, with an estimated N$9 million still required for completion.
16 May 2026 · Informanté →
PDM leader McHenry Venaani said President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has the constitutional authority to dismiss senior officials without necessarily giving public explanations, in response to the suspension of police inspector general Joseph Shikongo. Venaani argued that leaders make key decisions based on sensitive information unavailable to the public.
7 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Landless People's Movement is calling for state-owned enterprises to become financially independent and end their dependence on public funds, arguing that since 1999 most SOEs have underperformed and failed to innovate. LPM leaders attribute poor performance to politically motivated appointments and said limited public resources should instead address urgent socio-economic needs.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and leaders from across Namibia's political spectrum paid tribute to former Otjozondjupa governor and Swapo MP James Uerikua at a Wednesday memorial service, celebrating his legacy as a bridge-builder who commanded respect across party lines. Uerikua, who died in a car accident on 3 April along with his 14-year-old son Venturo, was praised for his dedication to inclusive development and democratic dialogue.
17 April 2026 · New Era →
Member of parliament James Uerikua died in a road accident on Friday. Colleagues from across the political spectrum paid tribute to him, describing him as a unifier and noting that his son also died in the same accident and his wife is in critical condition.
4 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Minister Lucia Iipumbu said the ministry will fast-track its human trafficking action plan (2023–2027) in response to parliamentary questions about the rising issue. Between June 2024 and June 2025, six cases were recorded, with five Namibian victims repatriated from Myanmar and one from Laos, while perpetrators often target vulnerable children from rural areas.
19 March 2026 · The Namibian →
An LPM parliamentarian has criticized the green hydrogen project as a political campaign tool rather than a genuine development plan, citing the lack of a dedicated legislative framework. The government's press secretary defended the project as part of Namibia's development vision alongside oil and gas initiatives, while the minister acknowledged no standalone green hydrogen act exists but said the sector is governed by existing environmental and energy legislation.
12 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Members of parliament have called for a review of benefits provided to former presidents under the 2004 Former Presidents' Pension and Other Benefits Act, citing concerns over wealth accumulation and state-funded property renovations amid high poverty levels. Lawmakers and analysts debate whether the current law reasonably balances the need to secure former heads of state's living standards against public interests.
18 February 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 →
The Ministry of Works and Transport has warned that temporary occupants of government houses must leave when their tenure ends, while sitting tenants in pool houses are guaranteed purchase under an alienation scheme. Minister Veikko Nekundi told Parliament that allowing properties earmarked for specific purposes to be sold to temporary occupants undermines administrative integrity, and that non-civil servants do not qualify to buy government houses as a priority.
12 February 2026 · New Era →
International oil giants TotalEnergies and Petrobras announced the acquisition of a stake in oil block PEL104 without prior ministerial approval, prompting the Namibian government to declare the move unlawful. Both companies have since denied wrongdoing and said the transaction remains subject to regulatory approval from the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy.
11 February 2026 · The Namibian →