Joseph Kauandenge — president of the Association of Localised Interests and APP leader, calls for parliamentary scrutiny and direct Namibian benefit from mining.
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The 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 electionThe Namibian
Joseph Kauandenge raised point in parliament about policy abuse and self-enrichment
The Namibian
Nudo's Kauandenge questioned whether privileged people should get farms due to policy terminology
“Nudo's Kauandenge asked in the National Assembly, questioning whether people with financial and other resources should get farms or other benefits simply because policy terminology might include them.”
A Looting Continua!APP president Joseph Kauandenge has challenged President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to move beyond mining promises and ensure ordinary Namibians benefit directly from mineral wealth, citing that more than 54% of adult Namibians earn N$2,000 or less per month and calling for government to ensure more than 50% of mining shares remain in Namibian hands.
5 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
APP president Joseph Kauandenge has challenged President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to move beyond mining promises and ensure ordinary Namibians benefit directly from mineral wealth, citing that more than 54% of adult Namibians earn N$2,000 or less per month and calling for government to ensure more than 50% of mining shares remain in Namibian hands.
5 August 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 →