Also known as: MP Jerry Ekandjo
Former Cabinet minister and Swapo veteran advocating against marine phosphate exploration and state funeral committee reform.
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The Namibian
Jerry Ekandjo was found guilty of contempt of court for defying a High Court order to release Jose Domingo Sikunda
“On 9 February 2001, Ekandjo was found guilty of contempt of court for defying a High Court order to release from jail Jose Domingo Sikunda, a representative to Namibia of the Angolan rebel group Unita.”
It’s Rule of Law vs Whims of ManThe Namibian
Jerry Ekandjo was booted from government for stating Swapo leadership was weak
“For instance, Swapo leaders Jerry Ekandjo and Pendukeni Iivula-Ithana have been booted from the government for stating the Swapo leadership was weak.”
Let Them Campaign PubliclyFormer Cabinet minister and Swapo veteran Jerry Ekandjo wants the committee responsible for recommending burial honours for prominent Namibians disbanded and replaced by ad hoc arrangements.
8 October 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Former Cabinet minister and Swapo veteran Jerry Ekandjo wants the committee responsible for recommending burial honours for prominent Namibians disbanded and replaced by ad hoc arrangements.
8 October 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Fisheries Minister Inge Zaamwani is demanding the revocation of an Environment Clearance Certificate issued by environmental commissioner Timoteus Mufeti to Namibian Marine Phosphate for its Sandpiper Marine Phosphate project off Namibia's west coast, arguing that Mufeti failed to properly consult her ministry before granting the approval on 5 August 2026.
16 September 2026 · New Era →
The family of liberation struggle veteran Helao Shityuwete has questioned the government's decision to bury him at Gammams Cemetery rather than Heroes' Acre, asking what requirement he did not meet given his record of 18 years imprisonment on Robben Island.
14 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Former political prisoners and parliamentarians have criticised the government's decision to bury liberation struggle veteran Helao Shityuwete at Pionierspark, arguing that his 18 years on Robben Island and his role in the liberation struggle warranted burial at Heroes' Acre instead.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Former Cabinet minister Jerry Ekandjo has called on the government to halt and thoroughly scrutinise marine phosphate exploration, warning that Namibia must not sacrifice its fisheries and marine ecosystem for promises of jobs and foreign investment. His call comes after the controversial Sandpiper Marine Phosphate Project received a fresh Environment Clearance Certificate on 5 August 2026, prompting renewed opposition from the fishing industry, environment groups, and political voices including the Swapo Party Youth League.
21 August 2026 · New Era →
The Namibian editorial criticizes NUDO parliamentarian Vetaruhe Kandorozu for making racial remarks in parliament, calling such divisive statements inappropriate and unworthy of lawmakers sworn to uphold the Constitution. The piece also faults parliament's poor legislative record and calls for accountability, noting that no non-budget law has passed since members were sworn in last year.
8 March 2026 · The Namibian →