Joseph Kauandenge — president of the Association of Localised Interests, criticizing parliamentary handling of legislation.
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Windhoek Observer
Joseph Kauandenge criticised Nandi-Ndaitwah's silence on firing officials without explanation
“Asoli Progressive Party's president Joseph Kauandenge also criticised Nandi-Ndaitwah's silence.”
Venaani defends President’s right to hire and fireThe Namibian
Former parliamentarian Joseph Kauandenge says it is not entirely correct for the president to have executive authority to appoint the ACC director general
“Former parliamentarian Joseph Kauandenge echoes Kamwanyah's sentiments, saying it is not entirely correct for the president to have the executive authority to appoint the director general of the ACC.”
Former prime minister Angula defends ACC boss Noa's tenure and reputationNew Era
Joseph Kauandenge charged that Swapo must restore Parliament to its rightful place of independent organ of State
“"We believe that for this dream to become a reality, Swapo must stop rendering Parliament as a mere rubber stamp and must restore Parliament to its rightful place of being an important, independent organ of State where robust debates take place before a Bill is passed into law," charged Kauandenge.”
Swapo turning Parliament into rubberstamp – KauandengeNew Era
Joseph Kauandenge noted that many bills passed in Parliament have been found lacking when legally challenged
“He noted that, as a result, many bills passed over the years in Parliament have been found lacking when legally challenged, as they could not withstand legal scrutiny.”
Swapo turning Parliament into rubberstamp – KauandengeThe Namibian
Joseph Kauandenge says Swapo must restore parliament to its rightful place as an independent organ of state
“"Swapo must stop rendering parliament as a mere rubber stamp or an extension of the ruling party, and must restore parliament to its rightful place of being an important, independent organ of state were robust debates takes place before a bill is passed into law;" he said.”
‘Parliament not a rubber stamp to pass bills'The Namibian
Joseph Kauandenge said opposition parties will continue to delay passing critical bills under Swapo majority control
“Kauandenge said for as long as parliament is used as a mere formality and rubber stamp by the Swapo majority – where no concrete, educated or well-informed discussions take place – opposition parties will continue to delay the passing of critical bills.”
‘Parliament not a rubber stamp to pass bills'The Namibian
Joseph Kauandenge said councillors with only Grade 12 education could hinder effective performance
“Association for Localised Interests president Joseph Kauandenge says some councillors having only a Grade 12 education could hinder them from effectively performing their duties.”
Windhoek mayor Sakarias Uunona defends experience over degrees amid calls for councillor education requirementsThe Namibian
Joseph Kauandenge said the entire programme was not in Otjiherero
“Kauandenge, however, yesterday said the entire programme was not in Otjiherero.”
Nudo's Otjiherero manifesto launch sparks controversy amid accusations of tribalismThe Namibian
Nudo secretary general Joseph Kauandenge described ECN's decision to cancel the first bid as compromising transparency
“He described the ECN's decision to cancel the first bid as a poignant decision, questioning their transparency.”
ECN faces scrutiny over emergency procurement for ballot papers amid transparency concernsThe Namibian
Joseph Kauandenge said Nudo will decide on presidential candidate this week
“"We haven't decided on a presidential candidate. We will decide on that this week," secretary general Joseph Kauandenge said.”
Nudo still undecided on presidential candidate one month before electionPDM 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 →
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 →
Former prime minister Nahas Angula has defended Anti-Corruption Commission head Paulus Noa's performance despite recent criticism calling for a more transparent and independent appointment process. Political analysts and former officials argue the next ACC leader should be impartial, free from political ties, and subject to parliamentary oversight and public vetting.
11 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Joseph Kauandenge, president of the Association of Localised Interests, has accused Swapo of using its parliamentary majority to rush legislation without proper debate or public input, resulting in bills that fail legal scrutiny. Swapo's youth league secretary Ephraim Nekongo disputed this, stating that the party has proper review processes and engages in parliamentary discussion before passing laws.
6 February 2026 · New Era →
The Association of Localised Interests president Joseph Kauandenge says parliament should not be used as a rubber stamp but should conduct robust, informed debates before passing legislation. He argues that hastily passed bills often fail legal scrutiny and cited examples including the Stock Theft Amendment Act.
6 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Newly elected Windhoek mayor Sakarias Uunona defended his lack of a tertiary degree, saying leadership requires hard work and experience rather than academic qualifications. His remarks respond to calls by urban development minister James Sankwasa and several political parties for mandatory minimum educational qualifications among local councillors.
4 February 2026 · The Namibian →