Also known as: Dr Leake Hangala · NAC Board Chairperson Dr Leake Hangala · Dr. Leake Hangala
Businessman who has addressed public enterprise leaders on dynamics between Cabinet ministers and parastatal CEOs in Namibia.
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Windhoek Observer
Businessman Leake Hangala warned about institutions becoming too dependent on personalities occupying political and executive positions
“Equally important is the governance question raised by businessman Leake Hangala. His warning about institutions becoming too dependent on the personalities occupying political and executive positions deserves serious consideration.”
Disruption must mean reform, not disruption for its own sakeWindhoek Observer
Hangala Group founder Leake Hangala argued public institutions should be designed to function effectively regardless of personalities occupying political and executive positions
“Hangala argued that public institutions should be designed to function effectively regardless of the personalities occupying political and executive positions, warning that unclear relationships between government, boards and executives can undermine institutional effectiveness.”
NAB calls for single authority to overhaul crop sectorThe Namibian
Leake Hangala chairs Namibia University of Science and Technology council
“Hangala, who chairs the Namibia University of Science and Technology council, made the accusation in the presence of president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at a breakfast with public enterprise chief executives yesterday.”
Ministers bossing CEOsThe Namibian
Leake Hangala says new Cabinet ministers often remind board chairpersons they are in charge
“Businessman Leake Hangala says Namibia's new Cabinet ministers are young, brilliant and well-educated, but they often remind board chairpersons or parastatal leaders who is in charge.”
Ministers bossing CEOsNew Era
Namibia University of Science and Technology council chairperson Leake Hangala made presentation on strategic dialogue with public enterprise CEOs and board chairpersons
“The directives came after presentations by Namibia University of Science and Technology council chairperson Leake Hangala, Public Enterprises CEOs' Forum spokesperson Patty Karuaihe-Martin, vice chairperson Emilia Nghikembua, finance minister Erica Shafudah and several public enterprise executives.”
‘24 months or else’ … NNN demands results from SOEsWindhoek Observer
Hangala Group founder Leake Hangala warned that effectiveness of SOEs could be undermined when governance depends too much on personalities occupying political or executive positions
“Hangala Group founder and businessman Leake Hangala, warned that the effectiveness of state-owned enterprises could be undermined when governance becomes too dependent on the personalities occupying political or executive positions.”
‘I’ll be a disruptive president for the sake of Namibians’ — NNNThe Namibian
Leake Hangala said public enterprises must modernise infrastructure and embrace digitalisation
“Hangala stressed that public enterprises must modernise their infrastructure and embrace digitalisation to improve efficiency and remain competitive in an increasingly industrialised economy.”
Aging infrastructure hampers public enterprisesWindhoek Observer
Interim council chairperson Leake Hangala expressed confidence that NUST will continue building on institutional foundations under Gideon's leadership
“Interim council chairperson Leake Hangala expressed confidence that, under Gideon's leadership, NUST will continue building on its strong institutional foundations while fostering excellence, innovation and global competitiveness.”
NUST welcomes Gideon as vice-chancellorWindhoek Observer
Leake Hangala had been MD for over 10 years
“Shilamba had replaced Leake Hangala who had been MD for over 10 years.”
NamPower advertises managing director positionThe Namibian
Leake Hangala continues as an honorary director
“Outgoing president Bisey /Uirab will remain on the board, while Leake Hangala continues as an honorary director.”
Mungunda appointed chamber of commerce presidentPresident Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has challenged state-owned enterprises to stop producing plans and attending meetings, and instead identify one strategic investment project and one reform that can produce measurable results within 24 months, with the test of an SOE ultimately being what it delivers to citizens and the economy.
10 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has challenged state-owned enterprises to stop producing plans and attending meetings, and instead identify one strategic investment project and one reform that can produce measurable results within 24 months, with the test of an SOE ultimately being what it delivers to citizens and the economy.
10 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Agronomic Board's chief executive has called for consolidating crop-related policies and regulatory functions, currently spread across different laws and institutions, under a single institutional authority to unlock investment and strengthen agricultural value chains.
10 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Businessman Leake Hangala told public enterprise chief executives that Namibia's new Cabinet ministers, while young and well-educated, often remind board chairpersons and parastatal leaders of their ministerial authority. Hangala said personality clashes between officials have hindered constructive discussions and called for institutional approaches that do not depend on personalities.
9 August 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah told parastatals she will not accept long-term plans or bureaucratic delays, demanding instead tangible outcomes within 24 months and threatening personal intervention to remove obstacles to economic development.
7 August 2026 · New Era →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has directed state-owned enterprises to identify strategic investment projects ready for implementation within 24 months and specific reforms to unlock growth, saying she will "disrupt" government systems where necessary to remove barriers to delivery.
7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Several public enterprises are grappling with aging infrastructure that is costly to maintain and requires urgent modernisation. Officials stressed that public enterprises must modernise facilities and embrace digitalisation to improve efficiency and remain competitive.
6 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Frednard Gideon has assumed office as vice-chancellor of the Namibia University of Science and Technology on 1 August 2026, bringing more than 25 years of higher education experience. His appointment coincides with NUST's implementation of its 2026–2030 strategic plan, which aims to expand access to quality education, strengthen research and innovation, and enhance international partnerships.
4 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The state power utility has opened applications for a managing director position based in Windhoek, closing 24 July 2026, with Visions Consulting managing recruitment. The successful candidate will lead NamPower's strategic objectives, governance, and operations under the Electricity Act of 2007.
9 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia University of Science and Technology has shortlisted Unam pro-vice chancellor Frednard Gideon and NCRST chief executive Anicia Peters for the vacant vice-chancellor position. The university has operated under acting leadership since October last year after the previous vice-chancellor was suspended on misconduct allegations.
15 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry has appointed Vetumbuavi Mungunda as president, with Patty Karuaihe-Martin and Tarah Shaanika as deputy leaders. The new board, which will serve a two-year term, aims to strengthen the chamber's institutional capacity and expand its role in economic and policy discussions.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Vetumbuavi Mungunda was elected president of the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry at the organization's Annual General Meeting on 27 March 2026, replacing Bisey /Uirab. Mungunda has outlined plans to strengthen institutional capacity, broaden sectoral and regional representation, and position the chamber as a more formidable influence in national and regional economic debates.
30 March 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry has appointed Vetumbuavi Mungunda as president, with Patty Karuaihe-Martin and Tarah Shaanika as vice presidents. The new board will focus on strengthening institutional capacity and expanding the chamber's role in economic and policy discussions.
29 March 2026 · The Namibian →
At a Women in Aviation Namibia summit held Friday at Droombos in Windhoek, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah reaffirmed the government's commitment to advancing women in aviation through aligned national policies and regional frameworks, while emphasizing that women should pursue roles based on merit and capability rather than gender. Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi and Gender Equality and Child Welfare Minister Emma Kantema highlighted that aviation must provide structured pathways, mentorship, and accountability to close the gap in female representation in technical and leadership roles.
9 March 2026 · New Era →
Government leaders and industry stakeholders at the Women in Aviation Namibia Summit emphasised the need for inclusive opportunities and mentorship for women in the aviation sector, with the Prime Minister noting that women should pursue roles based on merit and capability, and the Minister of Gender Equality stressing the need for structured pathways and accountability to address women's underrepresentation in technical and leadership roles.
9 March 2026 · Informanté →