Also known as: Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda · member of parliament Job Amupanda · AR leader Job Amupanda · Job Shipululo Amupanda · Affirmative Repositing leader Job Amupanda · Dr. Job Shipululo Amupanda · Dr Job Amupanda
Affirmative Repositioning leader who has challenged Electoral Commission of Namibia appointments over transparency and constitutional compliance concerns.
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The Namibian
Job Amupanda objected to Sindano ECN chairperson endorsement motion
“A motion seeking parliamentary endorsement of Gerson Sindano as chairperson of the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has been postponed following strong objections from Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda.”
Amupanda objects Sindano ECN endorsementThe Namibian
Job Amupanda argues nomination does not comply with Constitution and Electoral Act
“Amupanda says he has nothing against Sindano personally but argues that the nomination does not comply with the Constitution and the Electoral Act.”
Amupanda objects Sindano ECN endorsementWindhoek Observer
AR leader Job Amupanda claims the screenshot was fake
“AR leader Job Amupanda echoed Nghuulikwa's claims, asserting that the screenshot was fake.”
Tsumeb councillor denies soliciting N$80 000 to award housing tenderWindhoek Observer
Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda questioned whether ministry had adequately consulted ministries of energy and finance
“Affirmative Repositioning (AR) leader Job Amupanda questioned whether the ministry had adequately consulted the ministries responsible for energy and finance before embarking on the project.”
Govt eyes national EV charging networkInformanté
Job Amupanda claimed that fuel supply in Namibia is regulated by Petroleum Products and Energy Act
“The minister made these remarks in response to leader of the Affirmative Repositioning (AR) movement, Job Amupanda, who claimed that the supply of fuel in Namibia is regulated by the Petroleum Products and Energy Act.”
Amutse denies illegality of sole fuel supply mandate given to international companyWindhoek Observer
Job Amupanda confirmed Affirmative Repositioning is engaging government on ACC position advertisements
“The call was echoed by Affirmative Repositioning member of parliament Job Amupanda, who confirmed on Tuesday that his party is engaging government, particularly Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare, to ensure the positions of Director-General and Deputy Director-General of the ACC are advertised.”
Calls grow for new ACC bossThe Namibian
Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda has commended Katima Mulilo Town Council for proposing to rename four streets
“Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda has commended the Katima Mulilo Town Council for proposing to rename four streets after local leaders whose contributions have had a lasting impact on public service and national development.”
Amupanda backs Katima streets renaming proposalThe Namibian
Amupanda stated the proposal to rename streets shows council's commitment to preserving local heritage
“Amupanda on Tuesday stated that the proposal to rename the streets shows the council's commitment to preserving and conserving local heritage.”
Amupanda backs Katima streets renaming proposalWindhoek Observer
Job Amupanda described the locomotive transaction as a possible corrupt last-minute deal
“The decision followed criticism from Job Amupanda, who described the transaction as a possible "corrupt last-minute deal".”
Suspended TransNamib executives return to workWindhoek Observer
Job Amupanda questioned whether proper constitutional process was followed before Shikongo's suspension
“Affirmative Repositioning (AR) leader Job Amupanda questioned whether the proper constitutional process was followed before Shikongo's suspension.”
Venaani defends President’s right to hire and fireAn opinion piece criticizes the 8th parliament for adjourning without passing any bills, including overdue legislation such as a land bill and mental health bill, arguing that MPs spend excessive time on questions rather than deliberating laws needed to fulfill voter mandates.
21 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
An opinion piece criticizes the 8th parliament for adjourning without passing any bills, including overdue legislation such as a land bill and mental health bill, arguing that MPs spend excessive time on questions rather than deliberating laws needed to fulfill voter mandates.
21 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Windhoek Observer criticizes Namibia's eighth parliament for adjourning without passing any bills, including long-awaited land and mental health legislation, suggesting MPs have spent excessive time on questions rather than deliberating on pending laws.
21 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Opposition parties oppose Gerson Sindano's nomination to chair the Electoral Commission of Namibia, citing his past role as personal assistant to a Swapo official and his current Swapo membership as undermining the commission's independence ahead of the 2030 elections. The National Democratic Party president says he would only support Sindano if he publicly renounced his Swapo membership.
15 July 2026 · The Namibian →
MP Job Amupanda welcomed the High Court's judgment in his case against the Speaker of the National Assembly and others, saying the ruling declined to grant an interdict but affirmed his position that ECN commissioner appointments must comply with constitutional transparency and accountability principles. Amupanda had sought to stop Parliament from approving ECN nominees until key selection process documents were disclosed.
15 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
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 →
An opinion piece in The Namibian criticizes the Electoral Commission of Namibia's endorsement of Gerson Sindano, a University of Namibia senior lecturer in language development, to replace Elsie Nghikembua as chairperson, arguing that his appointment is unsuitable given the ECN's history of logistical failures including ballot paper shortages and communication breakdowns.
12 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Several opposition parties are refusing to approve Gerson Sindano's appointment as Electoral Commission of Namibia chairperson until parliament provides all documentation on his nomination, including interview minutes and selection committee recommendations. Opposition leaders also raised concerns that Sindano's previous role as a personal assistant to Swapo's secretary general could undermine the commission's independence.
11 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Independent Patriots for Change leader Panduleni Itula has threatened legal action against the president's appointment of Electoral Commission of Namibia commissioners, arguing the process is unconstitutional because the president nominated rather than appointed candidates as required under Article 94B of the Constitution. Itula also raised concerns about incomplete documentation, including missing sworn declarations on political affiliations and unclear term duration for ECN chairperson Gerson Sindano.
10 July 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
Parliamentary leader Job Amupanda has filed an urgent High Court application to stop the National Assembly from approving Electoral Commission of Namibia nominees, arguing that lawmakers lack access to key selection documents needed for informed decision-making. He is demanding disclosure of interview minutes, scoresheets, the selection committee's recommendation, and the President's nomination, claiming the lack of records prevents lawmakers from exercising constitutional oversight.
10 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Office of the Attorney-General has rejected demands to postpone Parliament's vote on the Electoral Commission of Namibia chairperson and commissioners, but agreed to make documents bearing President Nandi-Ndaitwah's signature available to MPs during the sitting. The legal challenge, filed on behalf of AR leader Job Amupanda, argued that MPs lacked critical documents needed for an informed constitutional decision.
9 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Speaker of the National Assembly has dismissed demands by Affirmative Repositioning leader Dr Job Amupanda to provide internal records from the Electoral Commission of Namibia chairperson and commissioner nomination process. The Speaker cited the Electoral Act, stating the National Assembly's role is confined to approving or rejecting the President's nominations, not scrutinising the selection committee's internal processes.
8 July 2026 · Informanté →
AR leader Dr. Job Shipululo Amupanda has threatened urgent High Court action to halt a National Assembly vote on Electoral Commission of Namibia appointments, demanding Parliament defer the vote until records from the nomination process are made available. Amupanda's legal representatives argue MPs cannot properly evaluate nominees without access to interview scoresheets, minutes, and the President's signed nomination, and question the legality of a nine-month chairperson term instead of the constitutionally prescribed five years.
8 July 2026 · Informanté →
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 →
An estimated 200,000 to 300,000 uncontrolled cattle roaming the Namibia-Angola border annually, slow uptake of northern abattoirs, and lack of alternative grazing areas make removal of the veterinary cordon fence (redline) practically impossible in its current form, the agriculture minister told Parliament. The redline maintains the southern zone's foot-and-mouth disease-free status; its removal would risk compromising this countrywide.
25 June 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Medicines Regulatory Council has cleared Fabupharm Pty Ltd's paracetamol syrup for use after independent laboratory tests confirmed it met safety and quality standards. The clearance was issued in May following the product's recall last year, which came after routine inspection shortcomings were identified.
24 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Medicines Regulatory Council has confirmed that Fabu-Paracetamol meets required safety and quality standards following independent laboratory testing of samples from health facilities. The tests found all batches complied with quality specifications, contained correct active pharmaceutical ingredient levels, and contained no toxic contaminants such as diethylene glycol or ethylene glycol.
24 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Erongo governor Natalia /Goagoses has received cross-party recognition for her financial stewardship, including clean audits as a regional officer and moving the governor's office from costly hotel accommodation to a renovated government building funded by donations.
22 June 2026 · New Era →
The national assembly adjourned Wednesday after opposition parliamentarians clashed with speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila over her authorisation of the finance minister to speak on behalf of the prime minister. The editorial argues that repeated parliamentary disruptions reflect a failure of political leadership across parties and have prevented debate on critical legislation, including the petroleum bill.
21 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Opposition parliamentarians from the PDM, AR, and IPC challenged speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila on Wednesday over the manner in which she was conducting proceedings, with members arguing she was dismissing points of order without allowing them to be heard. The confrontation erupted after finance minister Ericah Shafudah was authorised to table and read a debate speech on behalf of prime minister Elijah Ngurare, a move strongly opposed by opposition parties.
17 June 2026 · The Namibian →
A parliamentary motion to endorse Gerson Sindano as Electoral Commission of Namibia chairperson has been postponed after Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda objected, citing constitutional and Electoral Act breaches. Amupanda argues that Sindano's current commissioner term does not expire until 21 June 2027, conflicting with the requirement for a five-year chairperson tenure, and that the position should have been publicly advertised and subjected to an interview process.
17 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Tsumeb councillor Sem Nghuulikwa has denied soliciting N$80,000 from a tenderer in exchange for an N$800,000 housing contract, calling a leaked WhatsApp screenshot "AI-generated" and a politically motivated smear campaign. The alleged chat, posted by businessman Nico Kaiyamo, appears to show Nghuulikwa offering 10 houses and requesting a sum to share with town engineer Pedro Manuel.
16 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Works and Transport launched a pilot electric vehicle charging station at its headquarters in Windhoek, with Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi describing it as a strategic pilot project intended to inform the expansion of an EV charging network across the country. The ministry, which manages government-owned infrastructure, plans to eventually serve both government fleet vehicles and the public.
8 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy Modestus Amutse denied that Vitol Bahrain's appointment as sole fuel supplier to Namibia for three months was illegal, responding to AR leader Job Amupanda's claim that the arrangement violates the Petroleum Products and Energy Act, which requires fuel importers to hold a wholesale licence and be registered in Namibia.
4 June 2026 · Informanté →
With Anti-Corruption Commission Director-General Paulus Noa's tenure ending this month after leading the agency since its 2006 inception, voices including former parliament member Hidipo Hamata are calling for new leadership and endorsing candidates like legal practitioner Norman Tjombe. Affirmative Repositioning MP Job Amupanda confirmed his party is engaging government to ensure the ACC director-general and deputy director-general positions are advertised before their June/July expiry.
3 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Katima Mulilo Town Council has proposed renaming four streets after Richard Kamwi, justice Sylvester Mainga, liberation hero Judea Lyamboloma, and former Miss Namibia Happy Ntelamo, a move praised by Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda as reflecting heritage preservation and decolonisation.
27 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Two senior TransNamib Holdings executives suspended in February over allegations of property mismanagement and statutory breaches returned to work on Tuesday following a directive from the works and transport minister. Their disciplinary hearing is continuing.
27 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah removed Police Inspector General Joseph Shikongo and replaced him with Major General Anne-Marie Nainda, citing a security incident in which a naked man was found inside the presidential residence as the reason for the removal.
7 May 2026 · The Namibian →
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 Supreme Court of Namibia ruled that the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia did not meet the legal standard to claim "wasted costs" in a dispute linked to the veterinary cordon fence. The court found that the Board's claim that changes to court papers caused it to incur unnecessary legal costs did not meet the threshold for wasted costs.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →