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Michael Amushelelo

Also known as: Mr Amushelelo · Michael-Ndali Saddam Amushelelo

Social justice activist who has led campaigns against speed humps on Windhoek's B1 Western Bypass and won court compensation for unlawful 2023 arrest during unemployment protest.

2022-04-242026-06-25
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  1. June 2026

  2. Windhoek Observer

    Michael Amushelelo alleged that Nambahu holds interests in pharmaceutical company JFT and it benefited from tenders

    Source

    “Social justice activist Michael Amushelelo also raised allegations on social media regarding Nambahu's removal. He claimed that Nambahu holds interests in a pharmaceutical manufacturing company called JFT and alleged that the company benefited from tenders while competing medicines were blocked from registration.”

    Luvindao fires registrar of medicines
  3. May 2026

  4. Windhoek Observer

    Michael Amushelelo alleged that family members were forced to bring food daily to relatives in police custody because inmates were not receiving meals

    Source

    “Amushelelo on Monday alleged on social media that family members were being forced to bring food daily to relatives in police custody because inmates were allegedly not receiving meals.”

    Nampol rejects Otjomuise food shortage claims

  5. Windhoek Observer

    Michael Amushelelo alleged that police attempted to conceal shooting incident details

    Source

    “The debate intensified over the weekend after social justice activist Michael Amushelelo alleged that police attempted to conceal details surrounding the shooting incident earlier this month.”

    Police denies Okondjatu shooting cover-up

  6. Windhoek Observer

    Michael Amushelelo said he received complaints from several affected homeowners

    Source

    “Social justice activist Michael Amushelelo said he received complaints from several affected homeowners.”

    Stina Wu leaves homeowners paying for unfinished homes

  7. Informanté

    Michael Amushelelo alleged that Namibian Police Force attempted to conceal a police shooting incident

    Source

    “THE Namibian Police Force (NamPol) has strongly rejected allegations by activist Michael Amushelelo that it attempted to conceal a police shooting incident, insisting that the matter was reported and is being investigated in accordance with the law.”

    Police refutes claims of covering up shooting incident
  8. April 2026

  9. The Namibian

    Michael Amushelelo is introduced as guest on the podcast

    Source

    “Almost halfway through, activist Michael Amushelelo is introduced as a guest.”

    Early days for ‘The Black and Yellow Podcast’
  10. March 2026

  11. New Era

    Michael Amushelelo asked the State to consolidate 360 fraud and money laundering charges

    Source

    “Social activist and former forex trader Michael Amushelelo and his business partner, Gregory Cloete, have asked the State to consolidate 360 fraud and money laundering charges against them, arguing that several counts are duplications.”

    Amushelelo, Cloete seek 360 charges joinder

  12. New Era

    Amushelelo were arrested in October 2019 over allegations that they defrauded hundreds of investors through Project One Million

    Source

    “Amushelelo and Cloete were arrested in October 2019 over allegations that they defrauded hundreds of investors through an investment scheme known as Project One Million between 2018 and 2019.”

    Amushelelo, Cloete seek 360 charges joinder
  13. March 2025

  14. The Namibian

    Michael Amushelelo labelled the disciplinary hearing process as unconstitutional

    Source

    “Amushelelo labelled the disciplinary hearing process as unconstitutional, as it "robs the journalist's right to representation".”

    Media union calls for justice for journalist Jemima Beukes in NMH disciplinary hearing
  15. October 2024

  16. The Namibian

    Michael Amushelelo moved from Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters to Landless People's Movement

    Source

    “So, this week we will dissect the gift Michael Amushelelo has given Namibian voters by saying his move from the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters to the Landless People's Movement was part of a grand plan.”

    Spin or Strategy?
Politics

Bryan Eiseb nominated to lead Namibia's Anti-Corruption Commission

The News

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has nominated Bryan Eiseb, currently head of the Financial Intelligence Centre, to lead the Anti-Corruption Commission, with Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare tabling a motion in the National Assembly for parliamentary approval. Eiseb, 55, would succeed Paulus Noa, whose term as director general ends this month.

Why it matters

Bryan Eiseb nominated to lead Anti-Corruption Commission—significant political appointment requiring parliamentary approval, relevant to governance and accountability.

3 hours ago · The Namibian →

Today

  1. Bryan Eiseb nominated to lead Namibia's Anti-Corruption Commission

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has nominated Bryan Eiseb, currently head of the Financial Intelligence Centre, to lead the Anti-Corruption Commission, with Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare tabling a motion in the National Assembly for parliamentary approval. Eiseb, 55, would succeed Paulus Noa, whose term as director general ends this month.

    3 hours ago · The Namibian →

Monday 22 June

  1. Windhoek motorists protest new speed humps over traffic impact

    Activist Michael Amushelelo led a protest on Windhoek's Western Bypass against N$704,000 speed humps installed per a directive by the minister of works and transport, arguing they cause severe traffic congestion and that pedestrian safety should not come at motorists' expense. The group presented a petition with over 1,000 signatures and offered to help fund alternative solutions such as pedestrian bridges.

    22 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Over 16,560 road users petition against B1 speed humps

    A petition with more than 16,560 signatures is calling for pedestrian bridges to replace speed humps on the B1 highway, alleging the humps cause vehicle damage and highway collisions. Social justice activist Michael Amushelelo, who is leading the campaign, has announced plans to file a class-action lawsuit against the minister of works and transport seeking financial compensation for motorists claiming vehicle damage and injuries.

    22 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Saturday 20 June

  1. Motorists protest Western Bypass speed humps installation

    Motorists gathered along the Western Bypass in Windhoek to protest recently installed speed humps worth N$704,000, ordered by the minister of works and transport. Protesters say the humps cause congestion and disrupt traffic flow, though an activist acknowledged the need for pedestrian safety while calling for alternative measures such as pedestrian bridges.

    20 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Ministry clarifies speed humps are being installed, not removed

    The Ministry of Works and Transport has dismissed social media claims that it is removing recently installed speed humps on Windhoek's Western Bypass, stating that what is visible is ongoing installation. An activist has challenged the humps in court, seeking an order to declare them unlawful and compel their removal, with the case pending until 30 June.

    17 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Ministry of Works water cut over N$9.66m unpaid bill

    The Windhoek municipality disconnected water to the Ministry of Works and Transport's head office over an unpaid utility bill of N$9.66 million; the water was restored yesterday after four days without supply and the minister instructed officials to settle the debt and investigate how it accumulated.

    16 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 15 June

  1. Boys punished with overnight corridor confinement at school

    Grades 8 and 9 boys at Caprivi Senior Secondary School were forced to sleep in cold corridors without blankets as punishment for losing hostel keys. The incident has drawn condemnation from parents and the Namibia National Students Organisation, with the regional education director confirming the matter and pledging to address it through public service staff rules.

    15 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Activist challenges speed humps on Windhoek Western Bypass

    Michael Amushelelo brought an urgent application to the Windhoek High Court on Friday arguing that speed humps installed 10 days ago on the Western Bypass endanger motorists and are unlawful under the Road Traffic and Transport Act. Judge Gabriel Komboni postponed his ruling to 30 June after hearing arguments from Amushelelo and government lawyer Wilhelm Amukoto.

    15 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 14 June

  1. Judge awards damages to activists denied right to demonstrate

    Acting High Court judge Natasha Bassingthwaighte found that suspended police inspector general Joseph Shikongo unlawfully eroded the right to demonstrate by ordering that an unemployment protest could not take place on Independence Day 2023, awarding N$300,000 to activist Michael Amushelelo and N$80,000 to activist Dimbulukeni Nauyoma. The judge ruled that the Public Gatherings Proclamation of 1989 requires only notice, not permission, and the inspector general cannot use it to refuse or prevent public gatherings.

    14 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. RA rejected speed humps plan; minister overrode technical views

    Five years ago, Roads Authority engineers rejected a proposal to install speed humps on the B1 Western Bypass, citing highway standards and the need for uninterrupted traffic flow. The Namibian reports that current RA board members disagree with minister of works and transport Veikko Nekundi's decision to proceed with speed humps, but have approved it under his instructions.

    14 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 12 June

  1. Court ruling on Western Bypass speed humps due end-June

    Activist Michael Amushelelo sought an urgent court order to have speed humps removed from Windhoek's Western Bypass, arguing they are unlawful and dangerous on high-speed roads; Judge Gabriel Komboni will deliver a ruling on 30 June after hearing arguments on Friday.

    12 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Minister argues highway concept lacks legal definition in speedbump case

    Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi has told the court that the concept of a "highway" does not exist in law in response to an urgent application by social activist Michael Amushelelo challenging the installation of speed bumps on the B1 Western Bypass. Amushelelo argues the bumps on the freeway designated for high-speed traffic create safety hazards and violate traffic regulations.

    12 June 2026 · Informanté →

  3. Activist challenges B1 speed humps as unlawful public hazard

    Social justice activist Michael Amushelelo filed an urgent High Court application to remove speed humps installed on the B1 Western Bypass near the Northern Industrial Area, arguing they are unlawful, violate the Road Traffic and Transport Act of 1999, and pose a public safety danger. He is seeking immediate removal and a prohibition on future physical speed humps on national highways and designated freeways in Namibia.

    12 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 11 June

  1. Activists awarded damages for unlawful 2023 arrest, detention

    Michael Amushelelo and Dimbulukeni Nauyoma won a case against the minister of safety and security, inspector general of police and prosecutor general, receiving N$300,000 and N$80,000 respectively after being acquitted in October 2023 on charges related to their March 2023 arrest while attempting to stage a protest about unemployment.

    11 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. High Court awards damages to activists arrested during 2023 protest

    The High Court ordered suspended Inspector-General Joseph Shikongo and the ministry of home affairs to compensate activists Michael Amushelelo and Dimbulukeni Nauyoma for arrests and detention following an anti-unemployment protest in March 2023, awarding Amushelelo N$300,000 and Nauyoma N$80,000, plus legal costs.

    11 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Court orders N$380,000 compensation for unlawful arrest

    High Court judge Natasha Bassingthwaighte ordered the Ministry of Home Affairs, Safety and Security to compensate social activists Michael Amushelelo and Dimbulukeni Nauyoma for damages from their alleged unlawful arrest following a youth unemployment protest on 21 March 2023. Amushelelo was ordered N$300,000 and Nauyoma N$80,000.

    10 June 2026 · Informanté →

  2. Activists win unlawful arrest, detention case against police

    Activists Michael Amushelelo and Dimbulukeni Nauyoma won a case against the minister of safety and security, inspector general, and prosecutor general over their 2023 arrest and detention. Amushelelo was awarded N$300,000 and Nauyoma N$80,000 after they were found not guilty of charges related to being prevented from staging a protest about unemployment.

    10 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 1 June

  1. Health ministry removes registrar of medicines, appoints successor

    The Ministry of Health and Social Services has removed Fransina Nambahu as registrar of medicines at the Namibia Medicines Regulatory Council and appointed Frieda Shiweda to the position effective 1 June 2026. Sources told the Windhoek Observer that Nambahu was removed after refusing to approve substandard medicines, contradicting the ministry's stated reason of structural review.

    1 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Monday 18 May

  1. Nampol dismisses activist's claims of inmate food shortages

    The Namibian Police Force has rejected allegations by social justice activist Michael Amushelelo that trial-awaiting inmates at Otjomuise Police Station have gone weeks without food. Nampol spokesperson deputy commissioner Kauna Shikwambi stated that inmates receive meals three times per day and acknowledged occasional challenges with quantities or supplier delays, while noting that families are permitted to bring food during designated visiting days.

    18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  2. Police denies cover-up allegations in Okondjatu shooting

    Namibian Police Force denied allegations of concealing details about a shooting incident at Okondjatu settlement on 4 May in Otjozondjupa region, where officers shot and injured a suspect armed with a machete in what police described as self-defence. The incident has renewed public debate around police use of force and the credibility of internal investigations.

    18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  3. Rundu residents paying mortgages for unfinished homes

    Homeowners in the Kaisosi housing development in Rundu say they have been paying mortgages since 2022 for houses that remain unfinished, despite securing bank financing two years ago. Helmsman Group, the development company behind the project, has acknowledged the financial pressure on families but attributes delays to challenges beyond its control.

    18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  4. Police denies cover-up claim over officer shooting incident

    The Namibian Police Force has rejected allegations by activist Michael Amushelelo that it attempted to conceal a shooting incident at Okondjatu Settlement on 4 May 2026. According to police, officers shot a suspect in the leg and abdominal area after he attacked them with a machete during an arrest attempt; the suspect is in stable condition and an attempted murder case has been registered.

    18 May 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 22 April

  1. New podcast from Reggie and Frozen needs stronger direction

    A review of the first episode of 'The Black and Yellow Podcast', a new show on One Africa Television hosted by Namibian duo Reggie and Frozen with guest Michael Amushelelo, finds the conversation lacking structure and insight, circling predictably around dating and materialism rather than exploring deeper territory, though technical improvements and clearer direction could strengthen future episodes.

    22 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 19 March

  1. Amushelelo and Cloete seek consolidation of 360 fraud charges

    Social activist Michael Amushelelo and business partner Gregory Cloete have asked the High Court to consolidate 360 fraud and money laundering charges against them, claiming several counts are duplications. The two face allegations of defrauding investors through an investment scheme known as Project One Million between 2018 and 2019.

    19 March 2026 · New Era →

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