… Asoli Progressive Party’s president Joseph Kauandenge also criticised Nandi-Ndaitwah’s silence. …
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Joseph Kauandenge — president of the Association of Localised Interests, criticizing parliamentary handling of legislation.
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… 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 reputationThe president of the Association of Localised Interests (Asoli), Joseph Kauandenge, has accused Swapo of using its dominant position in Parliament to ‘rush legislation without proper debate or public input, turning Parliament into a mere rubber stamp.’ Kauandenge, a former parlia …
Swapo turning Parliament into rubberstamp – KauandengeAssociation of Localised Interests (Asoli) president Joseph Kauandenge says parliament is not a rubber stamp to pass bills without informed decisions. …
‘Parliament not a rubber stamp to pass bills'… 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 requirements- October 2024
… National Unity Democratic Organisation of Namibia (Nudo) secretary general Joseph Kauandenge said it is regrettable that Namibia has so many presidential candidates running for one seat. …
Parties weigh support for unified opposition leader ahead of elections; Itula proposes all join IPC… National Unity Democratic Organisation of Namibia (Nudo) secretary general Joseph Kauandenge yesterday said the party’s internal squabbles have contributed to it not fielding a presidential candidate. …
Six political parties opt out of 2024 presidential race, leaving 15 candidates to choose from… Nudo’s leadership, including secretary general Joseph Kauandenge, addressed sympathisers and members at Otjinene in Otjiherero at the event. …
Nudo's Otjiherero manifesto launch sparks controversy amid accusations of tribalism… Nudo secretary general Joseph Kauandenge yesterday confirmed the ECN’s new procurement route. …
ECN faces scrutiny over emergency procurement for ballot papers amid transparency concerns… We will decide on that this week,” secretary general Joseph Kauandenge said. Kauandenge said he and Muinjangue will serve as party leaders until the elective congress is held next year. …
Nudo still undecided on presidential candidate one month before election
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Venaani defends President's constitutional authority to hire and fire
The News
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 →
Thursday 7 May
Venaani defends President's constitutional authority to hire and fire
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 →
Wednesday 11 February
Former PM defends ACC chief Noa amid tenure review calls
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 →
Friday 6 February
Swapo accused of treating Parliament as rubber stamp for bills
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 →
Parliament must engage critically, not rubber-stamp bills
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 →
Wednesday 4 February
Windhoek mayor says experience matters more than academic degrees
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 →