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The Namibian
Hilma Nicanor served as deputy minister of defence and veterans affairs from 2011 to 2020
“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”
‘He’s here, but he’s not here’Windhoek Observer
Hilma Nicanor did not respond to questions sent by the publication
“The publication sent questions to Hilma Nicanor, the spokesperson of Swapo, but she did not respond at the time of publication.”
Opposition calls for balance at commemoration eventsThe Namibian
Information secretary Hilma Nicanor confirmed that the 66th anniversary celebration will go ahead
“Information secretary Hilma Nicanor has confirmed that the occasion will go ahead.”
Swapo parties on despite protest campThe Namibian
Hilma Nicanor has been appointed as an adviser at the Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs
“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.”
Get to know our new top officialsThe Namibian
She was elected to the National Council as a member for the ||Kharas region for three consecutive terms between 2004 and 2020
“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.”
Get to know our new top officialsThe Namibian
Hilma Nicanor appointed adviser to the minister of defence and veterans affairs
“Hilma Nicanor, advisor to the minister of defence and veterans affairs.”
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announces new ministerial appointments at State House eventInformanté
Hilma Nicanor was appointed Advisor to the Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs
“These include Hilma Nicanor as Advisor to the Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs.”
President announces strategic appointmentsThe Namibian
Swapo information secretary Hilma Nicanor assured members that the party would remain democratic and a formidable liberation movement
“Swapo information secretary Hilma Nicanor assured members that the party would remain democratic and a formidable liberation movement anchored in freedom, justice and democracy.”
Swapo ‘not children's children' as Lucia Witbooi sounds 2029 election alarmThe Namibian
Swapo's information secretary Hilma Nicanor said the ruling party is not bothered by opposition inroads at council level
“Swapo's information secretary, Hilma Nicanor, has in the past said the ruling party is not bothered by opposition inroads at council level.”
Make Local Elections Relevant, They’re Not Popularity ContestsSeven 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.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
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.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
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.
6 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
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.
21 April 2026 · The Namibian →
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.
20 April 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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.
30 March 2026 · The Namibian →