… Popular Democratic Movement secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe says there is growing concern around both tribalism and politically influenced hiring. …
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Manuel Ngaringombe — Popular Democratic Movement secretary general, has raised concerns about political hiring bias in Namibia.
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- April 2026
Rudolf Gaiseb Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe says the party is in a sound financial state despite claiming bankruptcy in late 2024 and after spending between N$6 and N$8 million on election campaigns. …
PDM readies for the post-Venaani era… The development was revealed by Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe during a party press conference yesterday. …
Kunene cash freeze leaves workers dry- February 2026
… Life-changing Popular Democratic Movement secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe hopes members understand that they are representing the citizens and should use the august House to change the lives of millions of Namibians on the streets. …
Trump ‘responds' to Swartbooi's massive …MPs react to NNN criticism… Popular Democratic Movement secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe says there is a need for more accountability and less unnecessary, prolonged debate. …
Namibia petroleum bill: MPs vow to scrutinise transfer of power to presidency… The party’s secretary general, Manuel Ngaringombe, in a statement yesterday said journalists have the right to carry out their work without intimidation, harassment or fear of reprisal. …
Outrage over journalist’s removal from State House… This is authoritarian bullying!” In addition, Popular Democratic Movement secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe sought clarity from State House. …
Journalist’s State House removal causes stir- November 2025
… Some, like Popular Democratic Movement secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe pointed to voter fatigue as one of several reasons for the lack of enthusiasm and expected low turnout. …
Make Local Elections Relevant, They’re Not Popularity Contests- October 2024
… Official opposition Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe on Wednesday said his party has been open to this proposal. …
Parties weigh support for unified opposition leader ahead of elections; Itula proposes all join IPC… PDM secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe yesterday confirmed the decision to use emergency procurement for the printing of the ballot papers. …
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Politics
Opposition, experts voice concern over political hiring bias in Namibia
The News
Opposition leaders and labour experts have raised concerns about "jobs for comrades"—the practice of hiring based on political party membership and regional affiliation rather than merit. The Popular Democratic Movement secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe says the practice undermines fair employment and compromises nationalism, tracing the issue back to post-independence hiring patterns within state-owned enterprises.
Why it matters
Opposition and experts sound alarm over political hiring bias in government and SOEs, undermining merit-based employment.
29 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 29 April
Opposition, experts voice concern over political hiring bias in Namibia
Opposition leaders and labour experts have raised concerns about "jobs for comrades"—the practice of hiring based on political party membership and regional affiliation rather than merit. The Popular Democratic Movement secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe says the practice undermines fair employment and compromises nationalism, tracing the issue back to post-independence hiring patterns within state-owned enterprises.
29 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Friday 24 April
PDM says it's financially sound despite 2024 election spending
The Popular Democratic Movement's secretary general says the party remains in sound financial state after spending between N$6 and N$8 million on 2024 election campaigns, and is recovering through parliamentary allocations and property assets. The PDM is preparing for McHenry Venaani's term-limited leadership transition in 2028–2029 through a system of broad capacity-building across party structures rather than grooming a single successor.
24 April 2026 · New Era →
Thursday 23 April
Kunene Regional Council funds frozen, staff unpaid March and April
Kunene Regional Council employees face a financial crisis after minister James Sankwasa blocked funds allocated to the council following a dispute over the appointment of acting chief regional officer George Kamseb in 2021. Staff have not received salaries for March and April, and the council has taken the matter to the High Court while seeking alternative payment methods.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Friday 6 February
LPM says Trump responded to Swartbooi letter; MPs praise presidential address
The Landless People's Movement confirmed that U.S. President Donald Trump has responded to a letter from party leader Bernadus Clinton Swartbooi sent during last year's election claiming minority groups faced discrimination and pressure in Namibia. Meanwhile, several parliamentarians reacted positively to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's recent address, though some cautioned that scrutiny of pending bills—particularly the Petroleum Amendment Bill—is essential before passage.
6 February 2026 · New Era →
Thursday 5 February
MPs pledge scrutiny of petroleum bill's presidential power transfer
Parliament will scrutinise the petroleum bill before passage, with MPs from multiple parties expressing concerns that it concentrates too much power in the presidency and calling for amendments before approval. The bill, to be tabled today, seeks to transfer certain powers from the minister of industries, mines and energy to the president.
5 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 4 February
President removes journalist from State House for unauthorized question
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah forcefully removed journalist Jemima Beukes from State House after she posed an unauthorized question about her family's alleged interest in the oil industry. The incident has drawn criticism from media watchdogs, opposition parties, and journalists' unions, who say it violates press freedom and constitutional values.
4 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 3 February
Journalist removed from State House during Cabinet opening
Journalist Jemima Beukes was escorted out of State House after persistently questioning President Nandi-Ndaitwah about family involvement in the oil industry, despite the President indicating the time was inappropriate and directing her to submit questions through official channels. The Presidency cited security protocols and professional conduct standards, while the Namibia Media Professionals' Union and opposition parties condemned the removal as intimidation and an erosion of press freedom.
3 February 2026 · New Era →