CPBN spokesperson Johanna Kambalastated that the procurement board is not the overseer of the implementation of the Public Procurement Actnoting this responsibility lies with the Public Procurement Policy under the ministry of finance
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“CPBN spokesperson Johanna Kambala previously stated that the procurement board is not the overseer of the implementation of the Public Procurement Act, noting that "this responsibility lies solely with the Public Procurement Policy" under the ministry of finance.”
Johanna Kambalasaidstrong response reflects growing public confidence in Namibia's public procurement system
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“CPBN stakeholder relations manager Johanna Kambala says the strong response reflects growing public confidence in Namibia's public procurement system.”
CPBN spokesperson Johanna Kambalasaidprevious bid cancelled and board has not received new instructions from TransNamib
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“In a related update, CPBN spokesperson Johanna Kambala said the previous bid had been cancelled and that the board has not yet received new instructions from TransNamib on the next steps.”
Johanna Kambala, Communications Officer at the Procurement BoardsaidBEC appointment procedures aim to promote integrity, fair dealing, transparency, and efficiency
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“Johanna Kambala, Communications Officer at the Procurement Board, said that the BEC appointment procedures are aimed at promoting the objects of the Act, which include, among others, integrity, fair dealing, transparency, and efficiency.”
CPBN spokesperson Johanna Kambalanoted that new measures are designed toimprove service delivery and reinforce transparency and accountability
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“In a statement issued this week, CPBN spokesperson Johanna Kambala noted that new measures are designed to "improve service delivery" and reinforce "transparency and accountability".”
CPBN manager for stakeholder relations Johanna KambalasaysBEC appointment procedures promote objectives of Public Procurement Act
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“"The BEC appointment procedures are aimed at promoting the objectives of the Public Procurement Act, which are, among others, integrity, fair dealing, transparency, and efficiency," CPBN manager for stakeholder relations Johanna Kambala says.”
Experts question the Central Procurement Board of Namibia's decision to cancel a competitive tender for a N$122-million veterinary cordon fencing project that attracted 23 bids, then award it via emergency procurement to a different contractor. A political analyst says the cancellation could expose the board to legal challenges and create the impression of bias toward a particular bidder.
Experts question the Central Procurement Board of Namibia's decision to cancel a competitive tender for a N$122-million veterinary cordon fencing project that attracted 23 bids, then award it via emergency procurement to a different contractor. A political analyst says the cancellation could expose the board to legal challenges and create the impression of bias toward a particular bidder.
Information and Communication Technology Minister Emma Theofelus has urged government institutions to communicate as a single state rather than separate ministries and agencies, emphasizing that citizens perceive the government as one entity and that government communication carries significant influence requiring authentic, verified and credible information.
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia cancelled a N$127 million tender for veterinary cordon fences along the South Africa border and awarded the contract via emergency procurement to a company that had failed in the competitive bidding process, raising concerns about transparency and procurement integrity.
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia has implemented Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) criteria in its procurement bidding process, requiring bidders to submit CSR proposals equivalent to not less than 0.1% of the contract amount. The first implementation saw West Trading JV Unik Construction Engineering Namibia donate blankets, school uniforms, and sanitary pads valued at N$64,886.51 to the Bethanie community.
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia received 422 applications for its bid evaluation committee, with women making up 235 (56%) and men 187 (44%) of applicants. A CPBN manager attributed the strong response to growing public confidence in Namibia's public procurement system following reforms introduced earlier this year.
Elizabeth Shiponeni, acting executive for governance at the Central Procurement Board of Namibia, has been suspended for a third time—now until 31 July—over alleged corruption involving school food, pharmaceutical, and railway deals. Her suspension began in October 2025 and has been repeatedly extended; sources claim she was found not guilty during disciplinary proceedings but the suspension continued.
A year after cancellation over single-sourcing concerns, TransNamib will restart the process to buy 23 new locomotives for N$1.7 billion following an independent technical evaluation of manufacturers. The procurement will proceed through the Central Procurement Board of Namibia using secured development finance.
Sara Katiti's Afripharm Investments is seeking to stop government contract negotiations on a N$1.3 billion tender for mental health, cancer, and chronic-disease medicines to state hospitals, arguing the tender expired in March 2025. The procurement has been mired in court disputes since April 2023, including a challenge over a N$1.3 billion award to a company owned by a five-year-old child.
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia has introduced strengthened procedures for appointing Bid Evaluation Committee members, requiring applicants to possess accredited qualifications, valid certificates of conduct, compulsory training, and competency assessment. The enhanced process aims to promote integrity, transparency, and efficiency in public procurement.
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has requested cancellation of a N$194-million tender to build new central medical stores in Windhoek, citing that the expected outcome did not justify costs. The cancellation follows allegations of political interference and concerns raised by the Global Fund over the redirection of its N$194-million donation originally earmarked for the project.
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia has introduced new measures for appointing Bid Evaluation Committee members, including requirements for accredited qualifications, police clearance certificates, and mandatory training and competency assessments. The reforms aim to address longstanding concerns about transparency, capacity gaps, and delays in public procurement evaluations.
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia has introduced stricter procedures for appointing bid evaluation committee members, requiring accredited qualifications, police certificates of conduct, compulsory training, and competency assessments to ensure integrity and transparency in public procurement.
The Institute for Public Policy Research has criticized the government's decision to bypass the Central Procurement Board on N$350 million in projects, arguing it creates risks of corruption and waste. The government has directly awarded contracts including a N$140-million sports stadium project to the Roads Contractor Company and other projects to August 26 without public tendering, a practice that lacks transparency and limits competition for local businesses.