… Committee chairperson Pohamba Shifeta said the issue raises serious concerns. “This petition raises concerns regarding their exclusion from recognition and compensation under the Veterans Act, 2008,” he said. …
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- April 2026
Staff Reporter PARLIAMENTARY Standing Committee on Constitutional and Legal Affairs Chairperson, Pohamba Shifeta, has thrown his support behind the Public Enterprise Governance Amendment Bill, saying it will address structural inefficiencies, strengthen coordination, and improve …
Governance bill to boost accountability in state entities — Shifeta… The concession for a shuttle in the area had previously come under fire after it emerged that former minister Pohamba Shifeta had handpicked a company owned by businessman Laban Kandume, who supported Shifeta’s bid for the Swapo vice presidency. …
Sossusvlei shuttle ban ‘monopolising’ national parks… Speakers included Regional Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa; former PLAN Chief of Operations and former Chief of the Namibian Defence Force (NDF), General Martin Shalli; parliamentarian and former minister Pohamba Shifeta; SWAPO Party regional coordinator Fillemon Joshua; and former PLA …
Enghandja tombstone honours nine fallen PLAN fighters- March 2026
… Swapo deputy secretary general Uahekua Herunga was withdrawn from the Inter-Parliamentary Union, while former environment minister Pohamba Shifeta was removed from the standing committee on gender equality, health and social welfare. …
Swapo reshuffles MPs in the National Assembly… In 2022, while Geingob retained his position unchallenged, three candidates – Nandi-Ndaitwah, erstwhile prime minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila and former tourism minister Pohamba Shifeta – squared off for the coveted VP post. …
Iivula-Ithana: Swapo VP void recipe for disaster- February 2026
… Others forming part of the delegation include Martin Lukato Lukato (National Democratic Party) and Pohamba Shifeta (Swapo). …
Namibia benchmarks from Rwanda… To know the context of our history, the fibre of our economy, and our place in the global order is to honour our freedom; to study is to ensure that the sacrifices made for our independence – political and economic – were not made in vain.” Pohamba Shifeta: “His leadership and vi …
Sam Nujoma, one year on- May 2024
… style brands, investing in Namibia, the new global geopolitical order and its impact on hospitality, new ventures, optimal capital structure, people, resorts, sustainability and more. “Prominent speakers include Namibia’s environment, forestry and tourism minister Pohamba Shifeta …
Namibia to showcase opportunities in hospitality sector… Swapo secretary for legal affairs Pohamba Shifeta told The Namibian in March that party members are allowed to exercise their democratic rights, but said going against the decision of the majority as taken by the central committee could lead to a disciplinary hearing. …
Swapo in funding challenges for extraordinary congress, legal battle looms
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SWATF veterans petition consultations begin in parliament committee
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Consultations began on a petition signed by 71 former members of the South West Africa Territorial Force seeking recognition as liberation veterans under the Veterans Act, 2008, and access to compensation funds they claim to have been denied for 35 years. The petitioners questioned accountability for a reported N$36 million compensation fund and N$100 million demobilisation fund.
30 April 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Thursday 30 April
SWATF veterans petition consultations begin in parliament committee
Consultations began on a petition signed by 71 former members of the South West Africa Territorial Force seeking recognition as liberation veterans under the Veterans Act, 2008, and access to compensation funds they claim to have been denied for 35 years. The petitioners questioned accountability for a reported N$36 million compensation fund and N$100 million demobilisation fund.
30 April 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Thursday 23 April
Public Enterprise Governance Amendment Bill aims to improve accountability
Parliamentary Standing Committee Chairperson Pohamba Shifeta has endorsed the Public Enterprise Governance Amendment Bill, arguing it will address structural inefficiencies and strengthen accountability in Namibia's state entities by clarifying roles between boards, ministers, and executives, and introducing mandatory performance agreements with measurable targets.
23 April 2026 · Informanté →
Friday 17 April
Government shuttle monopoly plan sparks tourism industry outcry
The Ministry of Environment and Tourism has announced that driving between Sossusvlei's parking areas will be limited to a single operator (About Africa Co) from 1 May, restricting access for independent tour operators and self-drivers. Tour operators and industry figures warn the exclusive concession will harm competition, raise prices, create liability concerns, and damage the tourism sector despite ministry claims it will generate revenue and protect the environment.
17 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Saturday 4 April
Memorial stone honours nine PLAN fighters killed in 1989
A tombstone was unveiled in Ohangwena Region to honour nine People's Liberation Army of Namibia combatants killed on 2 April 1989 in a clash with Koevoet, the counterinsurgency unit of the then South West African Police, just a day after a ceasefire had taken effect. Former PLAN fighters, government officials, and relatives attended the ceremony at Enghandja laShikongeni village.
4 April 2026 · Informanté →
Wednesday 18 March
Swapo party reshuffles MPs across parliamentary committees
National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila announced a reshuffle of Swapo MPs across standing committees, parliamentary friendship groups and multilateral organisations, with several lawmakers removed from previous roles and reassigned with immediate effect.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 11 March
Vacant Swapo VP position poses governance risk, says veteran
Former Swapo secretary general Pendukeni Iivula-Ithana has warned that the party's vacant vice presidency is unprecedented and leaves leadership exposed to unforeseen circumstances, while raising concerns about selective interpretation of party constitution as the party prepares for its 2027 elective congress.
11 March 2026 · New Era →
Thursday 19 February
Namibian MPs study Rwanda's governance and security practices
A parliamentary delegation led by James Uerikua visited Rwanda to exchange best practices on international relations, defence and security. The MPs identified Rwanda's anti-corruption measures, technology-driven governance, security sector professionalism and public accountability mechanisms as models Namibia could realistically adopt to strengthen oversight and service delivery.
19 February 2026 · New Era →
Monday 9 February
Namibians reflect on founding president Sam Nujoma's legacy
One year after the death of founding president Sam Nujoma in February 2025, Namibian citizens from various walks of life shared their remembrances of his role in leading the country to independence and democracy, crediting him as the architect of the nation's freedom and a visionary leader whose sacrifices and commitment to national unity continue to inspire.
9 February 2026 · The Namibian →