… Ndumba J Kamwanyah GLOOMY PICTURE Political scientist Rui Tyitende says the prevailing socio-economic conditions paint a dark picture about the lived experiences of 1.4 million Namibians languishing in poverty and hunger. …
Swapo defends development efforts amid ongoing water and sanitation challenges at Tobias Hainyeko constituencyNamibia Minute.
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- October 2024
… Rui Tyitende COMPLICIT Political analyst Rui Tyitende says the parties which sent delegates to South Africa are complicit in the saga. …
Electoral commission faces backlash over controversial ballot paper tender and costly South Africa trip… Political scientist Rui Tyitende in a recent opinion piece says the political space should not be based on “egos, personality cults, and an attitude of self-glorification”. …
Parties weigh support for unified opposition leader ahead of elections; Itula proposes all join IPC… Political analyst Rui Tyitende says Amushelelo is indeed a political prostitute. …
Michael Amushelelo rejects ‘political prostitute' label as he rejoins Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters… MIXED FEELINGS Political scientist Rui Tyitende says the possibility of Rukoro joining will be received with mixed feelings. …
Rukoro attracts controversy, in bed with both Nudo, Swanu… Political scientist Rui Tyitende says Nudo is a traditional outfit and not a political party. …
Nudo's Otjiherero manifesto launch sparks controversy amid accusations of tribalism… I have respect for him as an elder.” Political scientist Rui Tyitende told Desert Radio there is a need for the Electoral Commision of Namibia to change the law and make it mandatory for parties to submit their manifestos four months ahead of elections. …
Swapo denies copying Lukato’s manifesto amid copygate scandal- February 2024
… Mbumba’s sentiments comes after political analyst Rui Tyitende told Desert Radio the new president would serve until March 2025 when a newly elected president is inaugurated. …
I will finish Geingob’s tenure – Mbumba- December 2023
In his reply to my think piece in The Namibian, ‘Should Leaders Commit Tribal Suicide?’ (16 November), Unam academic Rui Tyitende provided a riposte titled ‘One Namibia, One Nation: A Dangerous Illusion’ (26 November). …
The Ideal of ‘One Namibia, One Nation’ is Worth Pursuing- November 2023
… Political commentator Rui Tyitende has suggested that politicians buy their own vehicles. …
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Opposition, experts voice concern over political hiring bias in Namibia
The News
Opposition leaders and labour experts have raised concerns about "jobs for comrades"—the practice of hiring based on political party membership and regional affiliation rather than merit. The Popular Democratic Movement secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe says the practice undermines fair employment and compromises nationalism, tracing the issue back to post-independence hiring patterns within state-owned enterprises.
Why it matters
Opposition and experts sound alarm over political hiring bias in government and SOEs, undermining merit-based employment.
29 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 29 April
Opposition, experts voice concern over political hiring bias in Namibia
Opposition leaders and labour experts have raised concerns about "jobs for comrades"—the practice of hiring based on political party membership and regional affiliation rather than merit. The Popular Democratic Movement secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe says the practice undermines fair employment and compromises nationalism, tracing the issue back to post-independence hiring patterns within state-owned enterprises.
29 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 15 April
Deputy minister appointments spark debate over costs and efficiency
Political analysts have questioned President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's appointment of seven deputy ministers, arguing the move contradicts her cost-cutting agenda and duplicates administrative roles rather than improving service delivery. Supporters counter that merged ministries require deputy ministers for parliamentary accountability, though critics contend the appointments reward campaign loyalists rather than serve governance needs.
15 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Sunday 12 April
VIP hospital unit contradicts healthcare reform drive, critics argue
President Nandi-Ndaitwah ordered government officials to use public hospitals from April, but Windhoek Central Hospital's new VIP unit exclusively for senior officials has drawn opposition criticism as discriminatory and contrary to equitable healthcare goals. Opposition leaders and analysts argue the separate facility undermines the reform and mirrors apartheid-era segregation.
12 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Sunday 22 March
Opposition criticises president's midnight Independence Day TV address
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will deliver her Independence Day address live on NBC at midnight on 21 March instead of at a public event, prompting the IPC and analysts to question the decision's justification and appropriateness.
22 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 4 March
Itula attacks 2026/27 budget as wasteful, copy-paste spending
IPC president Panduleni Itula has criticised the national budget for maintaining high operational spending while cutting development allocation, specifically flagging N$244 million spent on 243 workshops and excessive travel allowances, which he says could instead fund promised pensioner allowances and infrastructure. Other political parties and analysts dispute whether all workshop and travel spending is wasteful, noting that some supports essential government functions.
4 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Monday 2 February
Urban expansion displaces rural livelihoods without adequate development
Namibia's elite-driven urban expansion prioritises Western-style development over rural communities, resulting in land seizure, inadequate compensation, and the pauperisation of rural people who lose agricultural livelihoods and cultural heritage. The authors argue that development must be context-specific and that rural investment is needed to address unsustainable rural-urban migration.
2 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 21 January
IPC denies rift between Itula and Nashinge leadership
The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has dismissed reports of tension between party president Panduleni Itula and opposition leader Immanuel Nashinge in Parliament, calling them false claims designed to sow division. Political analysts note the dual structure creates potential for confusion over messaging and strategy unless roles and responsibilities are clearly defined.
21 January 2026 · New Era →
Tuesday 20 January
Political analysts question value of new Swapo think tank
Political analysts say the government is overloaded with overlapping committees and advisers that duplicate work and delay service delivery. Critics argue the new Swapo think tank, comprising 37 appointed members, lacks independence and will produce little meaningful output, while a defending analyst says such bodies can help the party and government reassess decisions and plans.
20 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 6 January
Namibia condemns US military action against Venezuela, Maduro captured
Namibia's Ministry of International Relations and Trade, alongside political parties, condemned the United States' military strike against Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, citing violations of international law and national sovereignty. The government reaffirmed solidarity with Venezuela based on shared anti-colonial history, though some opposition figures questioned the framing while still opposing unilateral military intervention.
6 January 2026 · New Era →