Also known as: Prosecutor General's Office
Office responsible for prosecution of criminal cases in Namibia, currently involved in major cases including Fishrot scandal and corruption investigations.
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Informanté
Prosecutor General seeking to temporarily stay civil action by ESJA Investments until February 2027
“Now, the Government, Attorney General and the Prosecutor General are seeking to temporarily stay the civil action instituted by ESJA Investments until February 2027, which coincides with the commencement of the Fishrot criminal trial.”
Government seeks postponement of Fishrot ESJA civil case due to witness safety concernsThe Namibian
The Office of the Prosecutor General said it was unable to trace more than N$600 million lost through the now-defunct Development Capital Portfolio
“The loss added to concerns that date back to 2019 when the Office of the Prosecutor General said it was unable to trace more than N$600 million lost through the now-defunct Development Capital Portfolio (DCP).”
Ngurare tells GIPF to invest at homeThe Namibian
Office of the Prosecutor General is mourning death of senior legal clerk Johannes Kondjeleni
“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 clerkThe Namibian
Office of the Prosecutor General seized crime-linked assets worth N$28.85 million during 2025/26 financial year
“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$28.8mThe Namibian
Office of the Prosecutor General agreed to coordinate through them future meetings with defendants
“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 progressThe Namibian
Prosecutor General received 822 cases submitted since 2006
“"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 2024/25Informanté
Office of the Prosecutor General took decision leading to Ipinge's arrest on 5 March 2026
“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 courtNew Era
Office of the Prosecutor General said Shiweda served Namibian nation with courage beyond measure
“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 ShiwedaNew Era
Office of the Prosecutor General works closely with NamPol to ensure strong, court-ready cases
“Shilongo said NamPol works closely with the Office of the Prosecutor General to ensure strong, court-ready cases.”
Police intensify fight against child rapeThe Namibian government has requested a temporary postponement of a civil case brought by ESJA Investments (a Samherji subsidiary) seeking N$162.6 million in funds related to the MFV Heinaste fishing vessel involved in the Fishrot scandal, citing witness safety concerns and stating the main witness should testify in the criminal matter first before the civil case proceeds.
29 June 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibian government has requested a temporary postponement of a civil case brought by ESJA Investments (a Samherji subsidiary) seeking N$162.6 million in funds related to the MFV Heinaste fishing vessel involved in the Fishrot scandal, citing witness safety concerns and stating the main witness should testify in the criminal matter first before the civil case proceeds.
29 June 2026 · Informanté →
An opinion piece critiques the Judicial Service Commission's process for appointing a prosecutor general, noting that all eight candidates failed the examination and raising concerns about the selection process's credibility, the justice system's slowness, and the need for candidates with management skills and demonstrated impartiality.
16 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has called on the Government Institutions Pension Fund to invest more of its funds in Namibia to protect its reputation, citing past investment losses outside the country that have damaged public confidence. The GIPF reported an impairment loss of N$815 million from a South African investment in November and faced earlier concerns about untraceable losses exceeding N$600 million.
13 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Martha Imalwa, the acting prosecutor general, says she is looking forward to leaving office at the end of the year. The Judicial Service Commission has restarted recruitment for a substantive prosecutor general after none of the eight shortlisted candidates met the required standard in a written assessment.
11 June 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →