Peya Mushelenga

Also known as: information minister Peya Mushelenga · Dr Peya Mushelenga · Hon. Dr Peya Mushelenga

Peya Mushelenga — former information and communication technology minister, National Assembly member representing Swapo since April 2026.

2021-10-172026-11-01

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April 2026
23 AprThe Namibian
Peya Mushelenga will be sworn into the National Assembly on Friday
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“Former information and communication technology minister Peya Mushelenga will be sworn into the National Assembly on Friday to fill the parliamentary vacancy following the death of James Uerikua.”
Mushelenga to join National Assembly on Friday
October 2025
21 OctThe Namibian
Peya Mushelenga is a national development adviser at National Planning Commission
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“– Peya Mushelenga is a national development adviser: National Planning Commission.”
What the Lower Repo Rate Means for Your Wallet and Our Economy
February 2025
12 FebThe Namibian
Minister Peya Mushelenga explained that a mourning period is a time to reflect, ponder and respect the spirit of the departed
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“Minister of international relations and cooperation Peya Mushelenga last year explained what a mourning period is.”
Govt urges mourning etiquette, but allows some events to proceed after Nujoma’s death
April 2024
21 AprThe Namibian
International relations minister Peya Mushelenga summoned envoys from the European Union, Germany, France, Spain and Portugal
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“Last week, international relations minister Peya Mushelenga summoned envoys from the European Union (EU), Germany, France, Spain and Portugal after they met with the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) to discuss various matters, including Namibia's upcoming elections.”
Regime Change Paranoia
October 2023
8 OctThe Namibian
Information minister Peya Mushelenga have complained about a series of reports published by New Era
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“For instance, media reports this week said information minister Peya Mushelenga and his executive director, Audrin Mathe, have recently complained about a series of reports published by New Era.”
Are Officials Undermining Geingob’s Media Freedom Promises?
October 2021
17 OctThe Namibian
Information Minister Peya Mushelenga said local film sector can alleviate unemployment and bring development
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“Shiimi's remarks follow those made by information minister Peya Mushelenga, who last month said the local film sector has the ability to alleviate unemployment and bring development to the country.”
Lionsgate Eyes Namibia

Politics

Namibia participates in 153rd IPU Assembly in Tanzania

The News

Namibia is participating in the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union in Arusha, Tanzania, from 5 to 9 October 2026, under the theme "Enhancing good governance and empowering communities through inclusivity, trust and opportunities for all." National Assembly Member Hon. Dr Peya Mushelenga said the participation reflects Namibia's commitment to multilateral diplomacy and the parliament's role in discussions on health, climate change, trade and other global issues.

8 October 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 8 October

Namibia participates in 153rd IPU Assembly in Tanzania
Namibia is participating in the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union in Arusha, Tanzania, from 5 to 9 October 2026, under the theme "Enhancing good governance and empowering communities through inclusivity, trust and opportunities for all." National Assembly Member Hon. Dr Peya Mushelenga said the participation reflects Namibia's commitment to multilateral diplomacy and the parliament's role in discussions on health, climate change, trade and other global issues.
8 October 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 24 September

Ombudsman bill proposes N$20,000 fines for obstruction
The ombudsman bill 2026, tabled in the National Assembly, proposes fines up to N$20,000 or 12-month jail terms for obstructing investigations, intimidating complainants, or interfering with evidence. The bill grants the office expanded investigative powers including entering premises, accessing documents, seizing evidence, and compelling people to appear and answer questions, while providing additional protections for private homes and communications.
24 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 14 August

Oshikuku Council finance overseen by unqualified official for two decades
The National Assembly's Public Accounts Committee expressed concern that Oshikuku Town Council's finance function was overseen for nearly two decades by Filippus Angula, who lacked formal finance qualifications or a finance-related professional background. After Angula's retirement in January 2026, the council retained him on extensions while its recruitment for a qualified replacement remained unfinished.
14 August 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 6 July

Namibian officials attend Iran's supreme leader funeral
Senior Namibian officials Charles Mubita and Peya Mushelenga joined global dignitaries in Tehran on Saturday to honour Iran's late supreme leader, Grand Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who died on 28 February at age 86. Iran commenced a week-long funeral and memorial schedule, with processions planned to travel from Tehran to holy cities including Qom, Najaf, Karbala, and Mashhad for Khamenei's final burial.
6 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 4 July

Namibia attends funeral of Iran's late Supreme Leader
Minister in the Presidency Charles Mubita and National Assembly member Dr Peya Mushelenga represented Namibia at a public farewell ceremony for Iran's late Supreme Leader Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Hosseini Khamenei in Tehran on Saturday, attended by foreign dignitaries from several countries.
4 July 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 12 June

Orange River border dispute between Namibia, South Africa unresolved
Nearly two years after a technical committee reached agreement, the formalisation of the disputed Orange River border between Namibia and South Africa remains unresolved. The dispute centres on whether the boundary follows the high-water mark of the northern bank (South Africa's position based on the 1890 Helgoland-Zanzibar Treaty) or runs along the median line of the river (Namibia's constitutional position), with the river's diamonds, minerals, and water resources for agriculture at stake.
12 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Friday 24 April

Swapo politician Mushelenga sworn into National Assembly
Peya Mushelenga, a Swapo politician, has been sworn in as a member of parliament, replacing James Uerikua who died on 3 April. Speaking after taking the oath in Windhoek, Mushelenga said lawmakers must serve the country beyond party interests and pledged to prioritise advancing the Swapo Party manifesto while working across political lines.
24 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 23 April

Swapo delays naming replacement for deceased MP James Uerikua
Swapo has not yet nominated a successor to National Assembly member James Uerikua, who died in a car accident over Easter, despite party rules indicating former minister Peya Mushelenga is next in line. The party has given no detailed explanation for the delay and says it will submit a name to the National Assembly soon.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Former ICT minister Mushelenga sworn into National Assembly
Former information and communication technology minister Peya Mushelenga will be sworn into the National Assembly on Friday to fill the parliamentary vacancy left by James Uerikua's death, according to NA spokesperson Sakeus Kadhikwa.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 21 January

Traditional leaders serve rural areas from Windhoek despite legal residency rules
Several Namibian traditional leaders, including chiefs and headmen, are governing their rural communities while residing in Windhoek, contrary to the Traditional Authorities Act No. 25 of 2000, which requires them to live within their communal areas. They justify this practice by citing the effectiveness of deputies and local committees, though legal scholars note such violations may warrant removal from office.
21 January 2026 · The Namibian →