Hilma Nicanorcalled forstrongest appropriate sanctions against Amupanda and AR members involved
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“She has called for the "strongest appropriate sanctions" against Amupanda and the AR members involved, while urging the "agent provocateurs", as she described them, to stop what she termed the "despicable exploitation of democratic space".”
Hilma Nicanorserved as deputy minister ofdefence and veterans affairs from 2011 to 2020
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“Hilma Nicanor, who served two terms as deputy minister of defence and veterans affairs from 2011 to 2020 while also serving as the Keetmanshoop Urban constituency councillor”
Hilma Nicanorhas been appointed as an adviser atthe Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs
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“Hilma Nicanor, who has been appointed as an adviser at the Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs, has previously served as deputy minister of this ministry under former president Hifikepunye Pohamba.”
Shewas elected tothe National Council as a member for the ||Kharas region for three consecutive terms between 2004 and 2020
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“She was a member of parliament in the National Assembly, and was elected to the National Council as a member for the ||Kharas region for three consecutive terms between 2004 and 2020.”
Swapo information secretary Hilma Nicanorassuredmembers that the party would remain democratic and a formidable liberation movement
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“Swapo information secretary Hilma Nicanor assured members that the party would remain democratic and a formidable liberation movement anchored in freedom, justice and democracy.”
The SWAPO Party has condemned what it describes as deliberate and politically motivated disruptions by members of the Affirmative Repositioning party and opposition MPs in the National Assembly, calling for sanctions. The party alleges that AR members under Job Amupanda's leadership have repeatedly disrupted parliamentary proceedings on more than three occasions, including recent incidents where members were forcibly removed and the Speaker adjourned the sitting.
The SWAPO Party has condemned what it describes as deliberate and politically motivated disruptions by members of the Affirmative Repositioning party and opposition MPs in the National Assembly, calling for sanctions. The party alleges that AR members under Job Amupanda's leadership have repeatedly disrupted parliamentary proceedings on more than three occasions, including recent incidents where members were forcibly removed and the Speaker adjourned the sitting.
SWAPO's Hilma Nicanor has accused Affirmative Repositioning members under Job Amupanda of deliberate disruptions of parliamentary proceedings, citing incidents including attempting to speak in jeans and using a cellphone in the chamber, which forced the Speaker to adjourn proceedings.
Seven regional councillors have been appointed to deputy ministerial positions by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. While some constituents praise their councillors, others express concern about whether local leaders can balance their ministerial roles with regional council responsibilities, with critics citing limited community engagement.
Opposition leaders say Cassinga Day and Workers' Day have become political mobilisation events for Swapo rather than state occasions reflecting national unity, citing concerns about the presence of the Ndilimani Cultural Troupe and the absence of national institutions at these public holidays.
Swapo will hold its 66th anniversary celebrations this Sunday while respecting a court order allowing ex-combatants to continue their months-long protest at the party's head office in Windhoek. The group has been camping since October, demanding accountability over funds they claim were allocated for repatriated refugees before independence.
Swapo's application to evict former freedom fighters camping at its headquarters since October was struck off the High Court roll. The move has triggered internal party divisions, with former secretary general Pendukeni Iivula-Ithana questioning whether the legal action was authorised by the central committee, while deputy secretary general Uahekua Herunga says the politburo made the decision.
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.
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.
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.
Vice President Lucia Witbooi has called on Swapo members to start preparing immediately for the 2029 election, warning of external threats to the party's foundations and urging unity against what she described as enemies seeking to undermine the party's roots.