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The Namibian
Former diplomat Pius Dunaiski criticised government's response to situation with Namibians in SA as too late
“Former diplomat Pius Dunaiski yesterday criticised the government's response to the unfolding situation involving Namibians in SA.”
More than 100 Namibians seek SA repatriationThe Namibian
Pius Dunaiski characterised criticism of Namibia's cosiness with the US as unfair
“"The criticism was a little bit too crass, in my opinion. Being bullied by the US under this presidency is almost a normal thing," former diplomat Pius Dunaiski told The Namibian last week.”
Criticism of cosiness with the US ‘unfair’ – ex-diplomatsThe Namibian
Former ambassador Pius Dunaiski says Nandi-Ndaitwah reversed her pledge to slim down a bloated executive
“Former ambassador Pius Dunaiski says Nandi-Ndaitwah reversed her pledge to slim down a bloated executive – signalling that political survival now outweighs fiscal discipline.”
Namibia’s new deputy ministers’ appointments raise budget concernsThe Namibian
Former diplomat Pius Dunaiski said Namibia must urgently establish emergency response team to coordinate assistance for citizens
“Speaking on Desert FM yesterday former diplomat and international relations expert Pius Dunaiski said Namibia must urgently establish an emergency response team at its headquarters and in Egypt to coordinate assistance and ensure the safety of Namibians in the Middle East.”
Middle East conflict prompts voluntary evacuation of over 100 Namibians, ambassador confirmsThe Namibian
Former ambassador Pius Dunaiski says each presidency has displayed revisionist tendencies aimed at consolidating administrative authority within the executive
“Former ambassador Pius Dunaiski says since independence under founding president Sam Nujoma, continuing through to former presidents Hifikepunye Pohamba and Hage Geingob, each presidency has displayed revisionist tendencies aimed at consolidating administrative authority within the executive.”
Analysts warn Nandi-Ndaitwah power expansion and petroleum bill could centralise authority in PresidencyThe Namibian
Retired Namibian ambassador Pius Dunaiski says there is nothing to worry about
“Retired Namibian ambassador Pius Dunaiski says there is nothing to worry about, adding that although Trump's foreign policy is transactional, Namibia's situation is unlike Venezuela's.”
Namibia urged to negotiate from strength as US seeks strategic energy, mineral partnershipsThe Namibian
Pius Dunaiski is a former Namibian diplomat
More than 100 Namibians living in South Africa are voluntarily seeking repatriation to Namibia amid rising xenophobic tensions; Namibian authorities are arranging repatriation and verification processes following reports of attacks on foreign nationals.
14 hours ago · The Namibian →
More than 100 Namibians living in South Africa are voluntarily seeking repatriation to Namibia amid rising xenophobic tensions; Namibian authorities are arranging repatriation and verification processes following reports of attacks on foreign nationals.
14 hours ago · The Namibian →
Former diplomats have rejected lawmakers' criticism of Namibia's relationship with the United States, arguing that the government has maintained independent foreign policy while working with the US as part of the global community. President Nandi-Ndaitwah clarified that cooperation with the US does not mean endorsing its foreign policy, noting Namibia's recent support for South Africa's genocide case against Israel.
14 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Political analysts have criticised president Nandi-Ndaitwah's appointment of seven deputy ministers, saying the move will cost the government nearly N$1.7 million annually and reverses earlier cost-saving pledges. Critics including analyst Henning Melber argue the appointments signal inadequate planning and a centralisation of power, while raising concerns about the appointees' ability to effectively balance parliamentary, executive, and regional council duties.
8 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's ambassador to Egypt says more than 100 Namibians are in the Middle East as the Iran-US-Israel conflict intensifies, and the embassy is facilitating voluntary evacuation efforts while prioritizing citizen safety. Some evacuees have criticised the Namibian consulate in Dubai for lack of communication and assistance during the crisis.
6 March 2026 · The Namibian →
An unspecified number of Namibians are stranded at Dubai International Airport following airspace closure due to escalating conflict between Iran, the US, and Israel, with at least 80 Namibians known to be working in Dubai. Analysts warn Namibia could face rising fuel, food, and import prices if tensions continue, with broader economic impacts expected within weeks as disruptions to global oil supply and shipping lanes drive up costs.
4 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Political analysts and opposition figures say proposed legislative changes—transferring petroleum sector control to the presidency and restructuring regional councils to report through governors to the president—could concentrate executive authority and undermine democratic checks and balances. Defenders including a Swapo MP argue the measures are necessary to manage Namibia's emerging oil industry, but critics warn the pattern signals democratic backsliding and erosion of decentralisation.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Lawmakers have urged the government to negotiate stronger, value-driven deals as the US seeks to position Namibia as a strategic partner for uranium and offshore oil and gas resources. Parliamentarians stress that Namibia must prioritize national interests and negotiate from strength, with some citing Venezuela's institutional collapse as a cautionary lesson.
10 February 2026 · The Namibian →