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Office of the Prosecutor General

Also known as: Prosecutor General's Office

Prosecutorial agency that seized N$28.85 million in crime-linked assets in 2025/26 and handles corruption investigations and prosecutions in Namibia.

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  1. May 2026

  2. The Namibian

    Office of the Prosecutor General is mourning death of senior legal clerk Johannes Kondjeleni

    Source

    “The Office of the Prosecutor General is mourning the death of senior legal clerk Johannes Kondjeleni who died on Saturday at the age of 34.”

    Prosecutor general’s office mourns death of senior legal clerk
  3. April 2026

  4. The Namibian

    Office of the Prosecutor General seized crime-linked assets worth N$28.85 million during 2025/26 financial year

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    “The Office of the Prosecutor General (PG) seized crime-linked assets worth N$28.85 million during the 2025/26 financial year.”

    PG seizes crime-linked assets worth N$28.8m

  5. The Namibian

    Office of the Prosecutor General agreed to coordinate through them future meetings with defendants

    Source

    “Following discussions with the police and the correctional facility officers in February, it was agreed that future meetings would be coordinated through the Office of the Prosecutor General.”

    Govt struggles to net Fishrot assets abroad as legal hurdles and bank delays stall progress
  6. March 2026

  7. The Namibian

    Prosecutor General received 822 cases submitted since 2006

    Source

    “"The prosecutor general (PG) received 822 cases submitted since 2006: 596 prosecuted, 415 finalised in court (256 convictions, 159 acquittals/withdrawals), 183 pending, 107 declined, five referred to the police and 114 awaiting PG decisions," reads the report.”

    ACC closes 12 of 127 investigations in 2024/25

  8. Informanté

    Office of the Prosecutor General took decision leading to Ipinge's arrest on 5 March 2026

    Source

    “Following the completion of investigations, a decision was taken by the Prosecutor General and Ipinge was arrested on 5 March 2026 for allegedly contravening section 43 (1) read with sections 1, 47 and 49 of the Anti-Corruption Act, 2003, which relates to corruption using office or position for gratification.”

    Former NIPAM manager arrested for corruption appears in court
  9. February 2026

  10. New Era

    Office of the Prosecutor General said Shiweda served Namibian nation with courage beyond measure

    Source

    “In a statement, the office of the Prosecutor General said that Shiweda served the Namibian nation with courage beyond measure and did not retreat in the face of danger.”

    Nation mourns prosecutor Shiweda

  11. New Era

    Office of the Prosecutor General works closely with NamPol to ensure strong, court-ready cases

    Source

    “Shilongo said NamPol works closely with the Office of the Prosecutor General to ensure strong, court-ready cases.”

    Police intensify fight against child rape
Society

Prosecutor General's office mourns death of legal clerk

The News

The Office of the Prosecutor General announced the death of senior legal clerk Johannes Kondjeleni, aged 34, on Saturday. The office described him as a hardworking and dedicated staff member who had joined the Prosecutor General's office on 1 May 2025 after previously serving in the Office of the Judiciary since 1 February 2020.

Why it matters

Prosecutor General's office announces death of senior legal clerk, honouring a dedicated public servant in the justice sector.

24 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 24 May

  1. Prosecutor General's office mourns death of legal clerk

    The Office of the Prosecutor General announced the death of senior legal clerk Johannes Kondjeleni, aged 34, on Saturday. The office described him as a hardworking and dedicated staff member who had joined the Prosecutor General's office on 1 May 2025 after previously serving in the Office of the Judiciary since 1 February 2020.

    24 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 21 April

  1. Twenty Namcor fraud and money laundering accused plead not guilty

    Twenty accused persons including former Namcor executives and businessmen appeared in Windhoek Magistrate's Court and pleaded not guilty to fraud, corruption, and money laundering charges ranging from one to 75 counts. The matter was postponed to 28 October 2026 pending the Prosecutor General's decision on whether to proceed to trial; the accused were arrested in July 2025 following allegations they defrauded Namcor of over N$400 million.

    21 April 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 2 April

  1. Prosecutor General seizes N$28.8m in crime-linked assets

    The Office of the Prosecutor General seized crime-linked assets worth N$28.85 million during the 2025/26 financial year, with N$5.8 million obtained through conviction-based court orders and N$30.2 million preserved. Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare announced the seizures in Parliament, describing them as evidence of political will and coordinated effort against illicit financial flows.

    2 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 1 April

  1. Curators struggle to recover overseas assets in Fishrot scandal

    Government-appointed curators tasked with seizing assets linked to the Fishrot corruption scandal face legal hurdles and institutional delays in accessing foreign properties owned by suspects, with a February 2025 court order needed to extend seizure powers abroad. The curators report ongoing obstacles including uncooperative banks, missed meetings with defendants, and slow responses from financial institutions, hampering their efforts to catalogue and recover assets valued at over N$317 million.

    1 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 12 March

  1. Former Agriculture Minister Hengari transferred to trial for bribery

    Magistrate Immanuel Udjombala has transferred the bribery case of former Minister Dr McAlbert Hengari to the regional court at Katutura Magistrate's Court, with trial set for 23 April 2026. Hengari and a co-accused were arrested in April 2025 after allegedly attempting to offer a bribe of N$220,000 to a woman who accused him of rape in 2019.

    12 March 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 9 March

  1. ACC finalises 12 of 127 corruption investigations in 2024/25

    The Anti-Corruption Commission's annual report shows that of 127 investigations received, only 12 were finalised in court with outcomes of seven convictions, four acquittals and one withdrawal. The report also notes significant backlogs, with 24 cases submitted to the Prosecutor General this year and 20 awaiting decisions.

    9 March 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Abuse of power leads ACC cases in 2024/25

    The Anti-Corruption Commission reported that 45% of the 127 cases it handled in the 2024/25 financial year involved abuse of power, with bribery and misuse of public resources among other common issues. Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare called for robust anti-corruption strategies, adequate funding for key institutions, and better collaboration among stakeholders to combat corruption.

    9 March 2026 · New Era →

Saturday 7 March

  1. Former NIPAM manager arrested and granted bail on corruption charges

    Katoole Ipinge, a former Manager for Marketing and Communications at the Namibia Institute of Public Administration and Management, appeared in the Windhoek Magistrate's Court on corruption allegations and was granted bail of N$10,000. According to investigations, N$175,200 was allegedly deposited into his personal bank account, and he faces charges under the Anti-Corruption Act for allegedly using his office for gratification.

    7 March 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 6 March

  1. Prime Minister outlines anti-corruption strategy implementation progress

    Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare addressed the National Anti-Corruption Strategy Steering Committee, emphasizing the government's commitment to fighting corruption and the importance of cooperation among anti-corruption institutions. He noted that the second National Anti-Corruption Strategy (2021–2025) is ending and an independent evaluation will inform the development of a third strategy for 2026–2030, with consultations planned across all fourteen regions.

    6 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 4 March

  1. Fishrot fugitive lawyer sues over seizure of N$1.3 million pension

    Maren De Klerk, a lawyer implicated in the Fishrot corruption scandal, has taken the Prosecutor General and Inspector General of Police to court seeking release of his N$1.3 million pension fund, which he claims was unlawfully seized. De Klerk, accused of channelling millions through his law firm to co-accused ex-cabinet ministers in the N$10 billion scheme, remains in South Africa pending extradition after technical defects delayed the State's initial extradition application.

    4 March 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 26 February

  1. Former agriculture minister's bribery case faces new postponement

    Mac-Albert Hengari's defence team opposed the State's request for a further postponement in his bribery case, arguing that repeated delays amount to persecution rather than prosecution and that the case lacks sufficient evidence. The magistrate ordered a postponement to 10 March 2026, ruling it would be the final extension.

    26 February 2026 · New Era →

Saturday 14 February

  1. Prosecutor slain after attack vowed justice without fear

    Prosecutor General Martha Imalwa eulogized the late Ondangwa control prosecutor Justine Shiweda at her memorial service, saying her commitment to impartial justice made her a target and that her legacy will strengthen the courts. Shiweda died last week from injuries sustained in an October attack; six suspects are in custody.

    14 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 11 February

  1. Slain prosecutor Justine Shiweda dies after brutal attack

    Ondangwa regional control prosecutor Justine Shiweda has died in hospital after suffering injuries from a brutal attack on 17 October 2025 in which she was shot and had corrosive substances poured over her body. Her death has prompted calls from government and judicial leaders for urgent action against violent crime and protection for law enforcement officials.

    11 February 2026 · New Era →

  2. Condolence books opened for late prosecutor Justine Shiweda

    The Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations has opened condolence books at its head office and the Office of the Prosecutor General following the death of state prosecutor Justine Shiweda, with senior officials and staff honouring her service and legacy. The public is invited to pay tribute to the late prosecutor, whom colleagues described as a dedicated legal professional and a significant loss to the justice sector.

    11 February 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 10 February

  1. Grootfontein prosecutor receives threatening note demanding resignation

    Control Prosecutor Kristiana Erastus at Grootfontein Magistrates Court received an anonymous note warning him to step down or face violent attack, citing community disapproval and referencing the death of Ondangwa Prosecutor Justine Shiweda. The Prosecutor General confirmed the incident has been reported to police and authorities are reviewing safety measures for judicial officers.

    10 February 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 9 February

  1. Prosecutor Justine Shiweda dies after October acid attack

    Ondangwa regional control prosecutor Justine Shiweda, 30, died on Saturday from injuries sustained in an October 2024 attack in which she was shot and doused with corrosive acid at her home. The Ministry of Justice described the attack as an assault on the entire justice system, and six suspects have been arrested; the charge of attempted murder is expected to be amended to murder when the matter returns to court.

    9 February 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 8 February

  1. Dentist arrested for fraudulent Psemas medical claims in Namibia

    The Anti-Corruption Commission arrested Sydney Munkonge, owner of Sydney Dental Therapists, for allegedly submitting false claims to the Public Service Employees Medical Aid Scheme worth N$405,675 for services not rendered between 2013 and 2017. He faces multiple counts of fraud and has been granted bail of N$50,000.

    8 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 7 February

  1. Fishrot prosecutors threaten resignation, receive N$54,000 salary increase

    Two high-profile state prosecutors leading the Fishrot fraud and corruption trial, Deputy Prosecutor General Ed Marondedze and State Prosecutor Cliff Lutibezi, threatened to resign over low pay and were subsequently granted a N$54,000 monthly salary increase. The salary increase has drawn criticism from some colleagues whose own pleas for raises have not been addressed, and from a former deputy prosecutor general who says the timing is problematic given the case's current stage.

    7 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 5 February

  1. Police scale up efforts to combat child rape in Namibia

    The Namibian Police Force have intensified crime prevention operations nationwide, including heightened patrols and zero-tolerance enforcement against sexual offences, particularly around school holidays when child safety risks increase. Police statistics show roughly one-third of Namibia's estimated 700–1,000 annual rape cases involve minors, with investigators citing challenges including lack of witnesses, delayed reporting, and family protection of offenders.

    5 February 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 1 February

  1. Justice system inefficiency blamed for Namibia's unresolved corruption cases

    Former Anti-Corruption Commission investigator Werner Ngashikuao says Namibia's inefficient justice system, rather than the ACC itself, is responsible for unresolved corruption cases. He cites severe manpower shortages in the Prosecutor General's office, case processing delays exceeding 10 or 20 years, witness unavailability, and poor court administration as systemic obstacles to prosecution.

    1 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 27 January

  1. Fugitive Fishrot lawyer sues over N$1.3 million pension seizure

    Marén de Klerk, a fugitive lawyer wanted in connection with the Fishrot fraud case, is challenging the Namibian Police's seizure of his N$1.3 million retirement annuity with Sanlam Namibia, arguing the seizure violates the Pension Funds Act and that pension benefits cannot be seized under the Prevention of Organised Crime Act.

    27 January 2026 · The Namibian →

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