Also known as: NAC · Namibia Airport Company
Namibia Airports Company — state-owned enterprise operating Namibia's airports, currently facing anti-corruption investigation and procurement suspension.
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Windhoek Observer
Namibia Airports Company says it is closely monitoring Jet A-1 fuel supply challenges affecting aviation sector
“The Namibia Airports Company (NAC) says it is closely monitoring Jet A-1 fuel supply challenges affecting the aviation sector at Hosea Kutako International Airport, with coordination efforts underway to minimise disruptions to airport operations and air connectivity.”
NAC addresses Jet A-1 fuel supply challengesThe Namibian
Namibia Airports Company was given temporary board to guide towards greater efficiency and improved performance
“The board has been entrusted with the responsibility of guiding the NAC towards greater efficiency, prosperity and improved performance, while safeguarding the interests of the company and its sole shareholder, Namibia's government.”
New airports boardWindhoek Observer
NAC ordered to restore Puma's possession of airport premises in accordance with Komboni's 2 April order
“The court nevertheless ordered NAC to restore Puma's possession of the airport premises in accordance with Komboni's 2 April order.”
NAC ordered to let Puma resume airport fuellingInformanté
Namibia Airports Company allegedly locked out PUMA Energy employees from Eros and Ondangwa airports in March 2026
“The order comes after the NAC in March 2026 allegedly locked out employees of PUMA Energy from Eros and Ondangwa airports, preventing them from providing aviation fuelling services.”
High Court orders Namibia Airports Company to allow PUMA Energy to resume fuelling businessThe Namibian
Namibia Airports Company had its board of directors reportedly removed by the line minister
“An example of such overreach is the reported removal of the Namibia Airports Company board of directors by the line minister.”
Ministerial, SOE Board Roles Must Remain SeparateThe Namibian
Namibia Airports Company achieved profitability of about N$19.4 million in 2022/23 and N$40.8 million in 2023/24
“The board says the NAC later returned to profitability of about N$19.4 million in 2022/23 and N$40.8 million in 2023/24.”
Fired NAC directors take battle to presidentThe Namibian
Namibia Airports Company was criticised for proposing a daycare centre at its headquarters
“Last year, the Namibia Airports Company was criticised for proposing a daycare centre at its headquarters.”
Yes to Breastfeeding-Friendly WorkplaceInformanté
NAC reaffirmed commitment to good governance, transparency and accountability
“THE Namibia Airports Company (NAC) has reaffirmed its commitment to good governance, transparency and accountability, while responding to recent media reports concerning its vehicle scheme, recruitment processes, procurement matters and a ministry-initiated investigation.”
NAC defends governance record amid scrutiny over vehicle scheme and investigationsInformanté
NAC achieved four consecutive unqualified audit outcomes
“NAC also highlighted its governance and financial performance record, stating that it had achieved four consecutive unqualified audit outcomes, eliminated historical audit backlogs, improved financial controls and strengthened oversight structures.”
NAC defends governance record amid scrutiny over vehicle scheme and investigationsWindhoek Observer
The former board members argue they inherited NAC facing severe financial distress and operational challenges
“They argue that they inherited an institution facing severe financial distress, declining cash reserves, operational challenges and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.”
Power must serve the law, not the egoAn opinion piece argues that placing ministers on state-owned enterprise boards compromises the independence of those boards and undermines the rule of law, citing conflicts between ministerial and directorial duties under Namibian corporate governance law.
4 October 2026 · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that placing ministers on state-owned enterprise boards compromises the independence of those boards and undermines the rule of law, citing conflicts between ministerial and directorial duties under Namibian corporate governance law.
4 October 2026 · The Namibian →
The Anti-Corruption Commission has summoned Namibia Airports Company chief executive Bisey Uirab for questioning regarding procurement and governance irregularities. The ACC director general confirmed the meeting but declined to disclose details, citing confidentiality of the investigation.
28 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Anti-Corruption Commission has summoned Namibia Airports Company CEO Bisey /Uirab as part of an investigation into alleged corrupt practices at the state-owned company. The summons seeks information and documentation relating to transactions and appointments at NAC, including the awarding of a tender for the renovation of the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting facility and the appointment of the head of internal audit.
22 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia Airports Company has suspended all procurement processes following a legal challenge from dismissed board member Matthew //Gowaseb, who plans to contest the minister's August 2026 removal of five board members over alleged procurement, governance and recruitment irregularities.
21 September 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibia Airports Company has immediately suspended all new and ongoing procurement activities, including tenders, bid evaluations and direct procurement processes, until further notice. Existing contracts and agreements remain unaffected.
21 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Walvis Bay International Airport's airspace has been downgraded to Class G uncontrolled airspace, prompting the Independent Patriots for Change to raise concerns about air traffic control capacity, aviation safety, and delays in weather information provision. The downgrade means the airport will no longer have the same level of controlled-airspace services, potentially creating hazards during coastal fog and reduced visibility.
17 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Airports Company announced that aviation fuel supply at Hosea Kutako International Airport has returned to normal levels following a quality check, after contaminated jet fuel from Vivo Energy Namibia caused a shortage that forced some long-haul flights to reroute to Angola in mid-August 2026. Fuel suppliers VEN and PUMA Energy have confirmed sufficient Jet A-1 fuel quantities to meet regular demand without requiring fuel stopovers.
9 September 2026 · Informanté →
The Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy said Namibia's Jet A-1 aviation fuel shortage stems from a commercial arrangement between Puma Energy Namibia and Vivo Energy Namibia to swap fuel, not from government supply policy. A replacement consignment was quarantined at Walvis Bay for quality verification, causing the constraint, with replacement product expected to arrive Saturday.
25 August 2026 · Informanté →
A consignment of Jet A-1 aviation fuel that arrived at Walvis Bay failed routine testing, creating shortages at Windhoek airport. Passenger flights to Europe, including Discover Airlines services to Frankfurt and Munich, now require refueling stops in Luanda, Angola, under an emergency fuel supply arrangement with Vitol.
23 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Vivo Energy Namibia detected and quarantined off-spec Jet A-1 fuel destined for Hosea Kutako International Airport, causing aviation fuel shortages that forced some long-haul flights to reroute to Angola. The Namibia Airports Company says it is coordinating with fuel suppliers and stakeholders to manage the situation.
21 August 2026 · Informanté →
A disruption in jet fuel supplies at Hosea Kutako International Airport has sparked industry concerns about Namibia's reliance on a single petroleum supplier, leaving the country vulnerable to contamination, logistical problems, and shipping delays. The article notes that while the current arrangement reflects economic realities of importing refined products together, the disruption underscores the need for resilient systems and alternative sources.
21 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Airports Company says it is closely monitoring Jet A-1 fuel supply challenges at Hosea Kutako International Airport and is working with fuel suppliers, government authorities, airlines and other aviation stakeholders to manage the situation and minimise disruptions. Airport operations are continuing and contingency measures are being considered where necessary.
19 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Airports Company says it is closely monitoring Jet A-1 fuel supply challenges at Hosea Kutako International Airport and is coordinating with fuel suppliers, government authorities, and aviation stakeholders to minimize disruptions to operations and air connectivity.
19 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Works and Transport has appointed a temporary board of directors for the Namibia Airports Company to strengthen governance, accountability, and performance. The board, chaired by Rosalinde Nakale, has been tasked with guiding the company towards greater efficiency while ensuring it operates lawfully.
16 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The IPC shadow minister of works and transport Nelson Kalangula has raised governance and legal concerns over the government's establishment of the Public Assets Management Agency (Pama) as a profit-oriented entity before dedicated legislation governing public assets has been enacted. He argues that state properties should not be handed to a commercially driven entity without full parliamentary scrutiny and explicit legislative boundaries, and warns that interim board appointments could undermine corporate governance and be subject to political control.
16 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Windhoek High Court has clarified that an earlier order restoring Puma Energy Namibia's possession of airport facilities at Eros and Andimba Toivo ya Toivo airports also required the Namibia Airports Company to allow Puma to resume its aviation fuelling business. Acting judge James Devittie found that restoring physical possession alone was insufficient, and that the April order covered both corporeal possession of the premises and the incorporeal aspect of operating the fuelling business.
14 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Windhoek High Court has ordered the Namibia Airports Company to reinstate PUMA Energy on the premises of Eros and Ondangwa airports so it may resume aviation fuelling services, following NAC's alleged lockout of PUMA employees in March 2026.
13 August 2026 · Informanté →
The article traces the legal history of company regulation in Namibia from the 1973 Companies Act through to the 2019 Public Enterprises Governance Act, arguing that ministerial and state-owned enterprise board roles should remain institutionally distinct.
11 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Five Namibia Airports Company board members, dismissed by the minister of works and transport over an N$5,000 vehicle buyout, plan to appeal to the president, claiming the minister's action was unauthorised interference. The board argues the buyout was justified as employees forfeited their vehicle scheme, saving the parastatal over N$40 million, and the company has since become profitable.
9 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Deputy minister of health and social services Suzan Ndjaleka has called for employers to introduce breastfeeding-friendly workplace policies, arguing mothers should not have to choose between their careers and their children's well-being. Some companies, including banks, have already implemented such policies, and the civil service should follow suit.
9 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Air received its air service licence but has yet to secure funding or purchase aircraft, with the Cabinet still to decide on the proposed course of action. The airline's board chairperson said acquiring aircraft could take one to six months depending on lease availability.
8 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Airports Company has reaffirmed its commitment to good governance and transparency while responding to media reports and a ministry-initiated investigation into its vehicle scheme, recruitment processes, and procurement matters. NAC said it had fully cooperated with the Ministry of Works and Transport investigation and submitted detailed responses, but expressed concern that recent reports had not adequately reflected its submissions.
7 August 2026 · Informanté →
An editorial examines the dismissal of the Namibia Airports Company board by Minister Veikko Nekundi, arguing the dispute highlights broader questions about whether political authority should override institutional governance in state-owned enterprises. The former board members defend their record, citing a return to profitability and unqualified audit opinions, while asserting the case tests government's adherence to the rule of law.
7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Five members of the Namibia Airports Company Board of Directors, fired by Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi, have disputed the legality of their removal and defended their tenure, citing inherited financial and operational pressures including losses of N$111.7 million in 2020/2021 and N$93.7 million in 2022.
7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi has defended his decision to remove five Namibia Airports Company board members on Tuesday, saying the intervention was necessary to strengthen governance, accountability and stability at the state-owned aviation company. Nekundi said he acted within his constitutional and legal mandate and appointed an interim board to oversee the company during a transitional period.
6 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi has removed five members of the Namibia Airports Company (NAC) board with immediate effect and appointed an interim board comprising Otniel Podewitz (deputy chairperson), Sophia Kasera, Phillip Iifo, Loide Ekandjo and Natacha Kasera-Kandombo to ensure continuity and strengthen governance structures at the state-owned enterprise.
5 August 2026 · Informanté →
Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi removed five members of the Namibia Airports Company board of directors and appointed interim directors to oversee the entity during a transition period. The ministry said the changes were aimed at ensuring continuity, stability, and strengthened governance structures at the state-owned airport operator.
5 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi has removed five members of the Namibia Airports Company Board of Directors with immediate effect and appointed an interim board, with the changes effective 4 August 2026 to ensure continuity and strengthen governance at the state-owned aviation company.
4 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi has relieved five board members of the Namibia Airports Company of their duties with immediate effect and appointed an interim board to oversee the state-owned enterprise. The ministry says the decision was taken to ensure continuity and stability while governance structures are strengthened.
4 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Airports Company has introduced a modern Flight Information Display System at Walvis Bay International Airport to provide passengers with real-time flight updates, including arrivals, departures, boarding times, and gate allocations through digital screens across the terminal.
25 July 2026 · Informanté →