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Vetaruhe Kandorozu

Also known as: Kandorozo · honourable Kandorozu · Nudo parliamentarian · Zebaldt Ngaruka Sole Nudo parliamentarian Vetaruhe Kandorozu · National Unity Democratic Organisation MP Vetaruhe Kandorozu

NUDO parliamentarian who raises concerns about employment equity, Cuba contributions, workplace safety, and alleged Ministry corruption.

2024-10-072026-10-22
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  1. March 2026

  2. Informanté

    Member of Parliament Vetaruhe Kandorozu queried whether people affected by natural disasters over past 10 years have been assisted

    Source

    “Kandorozu queried.”

    Natural Disaster team dispatched to Zambezi amidst rising flood levels

  3. Informanté

    Vetaruhe Kandorozu made white-hate insults in the National Assembly

    Source

    “Ignorance is one of the rare diseases that cannot be treated and it is terminal as being proved by the NUDO-one-man- show, Vetaruhe Kandorozu, with his white – hate insults in the National Assembly.”

    Tribalism and racism destroys

  4. Informanté

    Vetaruhe Kandorozu should not be allowed back in the National Assembly when it resumes

    Source

    “His tribalism and racism should not allow him back in the National Assembly when it resumes tomorrow.”

    Tribalism and racism destroys

  5. The Namibian

    Vetaruhe Kandorozu made racial attacks in parliament

    Source

    “Racial attacks by National Unity Democratic Organisation parliamentarian Vetaruhe Kandorozu this week were out of order.”

    Editorial: Point of Order, Mr Kandorozu

  6. The Namibian

    Kandorozu pronounced "A white man is a white man, they are not Namibians, whether we like it or not"

    Source

    “"A white man is a white man, they are not Namibians, whether we like it or not," he pronounced in parliament on Wednesday.”

    Editorial: Point of Order, Mr Kandorozu

  7. The Namibian

    Kandorozu told Ballotti to go back to Italy

    Source

    “During the National Assembly on Wednesday, Kandorozu told Ballotti to "go back to Italy," later saying the comment was a joke and not intended to be personal.”

    Swapo youth league wants Kandorozu to apologise to Ballotti

  8. New Era

    Vetaruhe Kandorozu refused to withdraw remarks bordering on tribalism and racialism against deputy education minister Dino Ballotti

    Source

    “Defiant National Unity Democratic Organisation lawmaker Vetaruhe Kandorozu has refused to withdraw remarks bordering on tribalism and racialism against deputy education minister Dino Ballotti.”

    Nudo’s Kandorozu ‘unrepentant' …party vows to discipline MP

  9. New Era

    Kandorozu told Ballotti to 'go back to Italy' and that 'Namibians do not look like him'

    Source

    “Kandorozu on Wednesday in Parliament told Ballotti to "go back to Italy" and that "Namibians do not look like him."”

    Nudo’s Kandorozu ‘unrepentant' …party vows to discipline MP

  10. The Namibian

    National Unity Democratic Organisation member Vetaruhe Kandorozu told Ballotti that he is from Italy and Namibians do not look like him

    Source

    “National Unity Democratic Organisation member Vetaruhe Kandorozu told deputy education minister Dino Ballotti that he is from Italy and that Namibians do not look like him.”

    Sanet Steenkamp denounces MP’s comments on race, says matter must be addressed publicly

  11. The Namibian

    Kandorozu refused to withdraw then later did his comments, saying it was for the sake of progress

    Source

    “He refused to withdraw his comments but later did, saying it was for the sake of progress.”

    Sanet Steenkamp denounces MP’s comments on race, says matter must be addressed publicly
Politics

Parliamentarian warns against overlooking men in employment equity

The News

NUDO's Vetaruhe Kandorozu told the National Assembly that employment equity efforts should balance opportunities for both men and women, citing examples of institutions with female-dominated senior management. IPC member Lucia Mbuti countered that the Employment Equity Commission must address historical workplace injustices and promote fairer working environments including for employees with disabilities.

15 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 15 October

  1. Parliamentarian warns against overlooking men in employment equity

    NUDO's Vetaruhe Kandorozu told the National Assembly that employment equity efforts should balance opportunities for both men and women, citing examples of institutions with female-dominated senior management. IPC member Lucia Mbuti countered that the Employment Equity Commission must address historical workplace injustices and promote fairer working environments including for employees with disabilities.

    15 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 8 October

  1. Government opts for vaccination over culling for FMD outbreak

    Agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani confirmed the government will vaccinate rather than cull cattle affected by foot-and-mouth disease, as the effective window for culling (24 to 48 hours after detection) has passed. The response will involve cordoning the affected area and a vaccination campaign, with 100,000 doses already available.

    8 October 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. National Assembly resumes fourth session with multiple policy updates

    The National Assembly resumed its fourth session of the eighth Parliament on Tuesday, with updates on medical laboratory students receiving psychosocial support and alternative study options through NUST and NSFAF, discussion of judicial reforms including a proposed Constitutional Court, plans for South African experts to visit Namibia to discuss reopening livestock auctions suspended after a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, and the Speaker raising concerns about a growing backlog of parliamentary questions.

    8 October 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 7 October

  1. Government opts for FMD vaccination over culling in Karasburg

    Agriculture Minister Inge Zaamwani told Parliament that Cabinet will vaccinate cattle affected by the Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak in Karasburg rather than cull them, citing scientific advice that culling is most effective within 24 to 48 hours of detection. About 100,000 vaccine doses are available, with officials arranging cold storage closer to the affected area.

    7 October 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 2 October

  1. Agribank faces N$151m annual funding shortfall from treasury

    Agribank advances over N$250 million in new loans annually but receives an average of only N$99 million from the national treasury, creating a funding gap of approximately N$151 million that forces the agricultural lender to rely on other financing channels including domestic capital market borrowing.

    2 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Opposition rejects health directive requiring state hospital use

    A presidential directive requiring senior public servants to use state health facilities instead of private ones took effect 1 April, but several parliamentarians have opposed it, citing shortages of equipment, medicines, and staff in public hospitals. The president has not visited a hospital under the directive, saying she remains in good health.

    15 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 6 September

  1. Swapo vows to block removal of National Assembly speaker

    Swapo deputy secretary general Uahekua Herunga said the party would not allow the removal of National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, dismissing an IPC motion to remove her as political theatrics and citing procedural violations. Opposition parties would need at least four Swapo votes to succeed in removing the speaker, who has faced criticism from opposition over her application of standing rules.

    6 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 17 August

  1. NUDO MP calls for larger Namibian contribution to Cuba

    Parliamentarian Vetaruhe Kandorozu argues that Namibia's N$700,000 contribution to Cuba is inadequate given Cuba's role in the country's liberation struggle and current economic difficulties. He proposes the government consider donating an annual fishing quota as a once-off contribution and calls on businesses in fishing, mining, construction and pharmaceutical sectors to increase support.

    17 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 7 August

  1. Nudo demands probe into electricity sector electrocution deaths

    A National Unity Democratic Organisation MP has called for an independent audit into a series of fatal electrocution incidents in the electricity sector, citing repeated workplace deaths at regional distributors and claiming eight fatalities have occurred in the sector over the past four years.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Driver attitude may contribute to Western Bypass accidents, expert says

    Road expert Felix Tjozongoro says driver fatigue and attitude, rather than road conditions alone, may have caused two truck crashes on the Western Bypass on Monday that killed a truck driver and 46 head of cattle and left two people seriously injured. Tjozongoro argues drivers must exercise caution and drive responsibly until infrastructure upgrades are completed.

    5 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 11 July

  1. Opposition blocks vote on ECN chairperson without documentation

    Several opposition parties are refusing to approve Gerson Sindano's appointment as Electoral Commission of Namibia chairperson until parliament provides all documentation on his nomination, including interview minutes and selection committee recommendations. Opposition leaders also raised concerns that Sindano's previous role as a personal assistant to Swapo's secretary general could undermine the commission's independence.

    11 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Immigration policy debate must follow law, not emotion

    Namibia's rising unemployment and economic stagnation have intensified public debate over immigration, work permits, and border control. The Windhoek Observer editorial argues that while states have the right to regulate immigration, enforcement must follow legal institutions and constitutional principles rather than public mobilisation against particular groups.

    1 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  2. Former PM Angula rejects calls for anti-immigrant protests

    Former Prime Minister Nahas Angula said the ministry of home affairs, immigration, safety and security is capable of dealing with illegal immigrants, rejecting calls for anti-immigrant protests similar to those in South Africa. The statement came after NUDO MP Vetaruhe Kandorozu called for nationwide protests against illegal immigrants and foreign workers in sectors including diamond polishing, mining, and transportation.

    1 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Monday 15 June

  1. Churches welcome housing emergency but warn declarations lack teeth

    Churches and analysts have welcomed Namibia's proposed housing state of emergency, but caution that declarations alone will not address a backlog of over 300,000 homes. The Council of Churches in Namibia says the move must be accompanied by concrete measures, adequate resources, and clear implementation timelines, and calls for faster implementation of free residential plots and increased investment in land servicing.

    15 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Land and petroleum bills dominate National Assembly agenda

    The National Assembly has resumed with focus on several key legislative items, including the long-awaited land bill, the petroleum bill, the public enterprises governance amendment bill, and the mental health bill. A political analyst says the land bill should receive highest priority due to its implications for livelihoods, investment, housing, agriculture and social equity.

    2 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 31 May

  1. President absent from Genocide Remembrance Day events

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah did not attend Genocide Remembrance Day events held at Shark Island and in six regions, drawing criticism from political and community leaders, though the vice president attended events in Ohangwena. The president's absence came despite an active public schedule that included attending agricultural and cultural festivals and other state events.

    31 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 27 May

  1. Okandjoze Chiefs call for action on genocide reparations

    The Okandjoze Chiefs' Assembly on Genocide has called on the Namibian government to adopt a "business unusual" approach to genocide apology and reparations, saying years of discussions have produced little action. The group urged the government to move away from symbolic discussions and engage descendants of Ovaherero, Ovambanderu and Nama communities differently on restorative justice.

    27 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 22 April

  1. Nudo MP questions Ministry capacity amid corruption allegations

    Nudo parliamentarian Vetaruhe Kandorozu told the National Assembly that the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy lacks adequate capacity and has become a "breeding ground for corruption," citing questionable diamond valuations, improperly awarded lithium licences, and inconsistent petroleum exploration licence processing, and alleged an ongoing dispute with Red Soil Energy and Mineral Exploration exposed systemic corruption spanning multiple administrations.

    22 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 17 April

  1. Political leaders unite at memorial for late MP James Uerikua

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and leaders from across Namibia's political spectrum paid tribute to former Otjozondjupa governor and Swapo MP James Uerikua at a Wednesday memorial service, celebrating his legacy as a bridge-builder who commanded respect across party lines. Uerikua, who died in a car accident on 3 April along with his 14-year-old son Venturo, was praised for his dedication to inclusive development and democratic dialogue.

    17 April 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 16 April

  1. Government plans building materials factory in Otjiwarongo

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced plans to establish a manufacturing facility in Otjiwarongo to produce cost-effective building materials locally, reducing reliance on imports and lowering construction costs. The initiative is part of broader efforts to tackle high housing costs and improve access to affordable housing for ordinary Namibians.

    16 April 2026 · New Era →

  2. Nudo MP recalls Swapo rival's recruitment pitch at memorial

    Nudo parliamentarian Vetaruhe Kandorozu recalled that Swapo MP James Uerikua once asked when he would join Swapo, which surprised him. Speaking at Uerikua's memorial service at Parliament Gardens, Kandorozu praised Uerikua as a strong party defender and influential leader whose character and impact will be missed.

    16 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 15 April

  1. PM Ngurare defends VIP wards plan as healthcare upgrade

    Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare dismissed claims that planned VIP wards at public hospitals would create a two-tier healthcare system, saying the government's objective is to upgrade public health services accessible to all Namibians and that the controversy has been "dramatised". Opposition lawmakers questioned whether the initiative contradicts government policy on equality, with some arguing it risks reinforcing inequality within public healthcare.

    15 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 12 April

  1. President addresses parliament on oil, land, wealth fund

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah answered questions from opposition MPs on the Welwitschia Sovereign Wealth Fund, land delivery, Germany's genocide reparations deal, the veterinary cordon fence, and various economic and governance matters during parliament on Wednesday.

    12 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 31 March

  1. ACC to build N$20 million regional office in Oshakati

    The Anti-Corruption Commission has allocated N$20 million for capital development to construct a regional office at Oshakati as part of its N$109 million budget allocation for 2026/27. Parliamentarians commended the move but called for broader regional coverage and better funding and staff compensation to strengthen the ACC's capacity to address corruption.

    31 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 20 March

  1. Nudo MP challenges Namibia's fishing and mining tax collection

    Parliamentarian Vetaruhe Kandorozu has raised concerns about low tax revenue collection from Namibia's fishing and mining industries despite their significant economic contributions. He called for stronger collection systems, value addition to lithium, and industrialisation incentives to boost government revenue and reduce reliance on foreign loans.

    20 March 2026 · New Era →

  2. 36 years of freedom: progress made, deep challenges persist

    An opinion piece reflecting on Namibia's 36 years of independence marks achievements in education, gender equality, and healthcare while identifying persistent challenges including youth unemployment, land inequality, poverty, corruption, and unresolved historical reconciliation. The authors argue that true independence requires addressing social justice, equitable resource distribution, and honest engagement with the nation's colonial and apartheid past.

    20 March 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 19 March

  1. Opposition slams Swapo's modest social grants increase

    Opposition MPs and activists have criticised the government's 2026/27 budget allocation, accusing it of breaking campaign promises by increasing social grants by only N$100 rather than the promised larger amounts. They argue the government has adequate resources to fund higher increases to pensioner and vulnerable children's grants to better protect citizens from inflation.

    19 March 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. MP pushes timber value addition and artisan support in Kavango

    Zebaldt Ngaruka Nudo MP Vetaruhe Kandorozu advocated in Parliament for local timber in the Kavango regions to be processed into furniture for government use, and called for incubation centres, grants, and the Youth Credit Scheme to support vocational training graduates and informal artisans in woodworking and other trades. He also proposed that the Zambezi region develop taxidermy services to add value to trophy hunting in conservancies locally rather than exporting for processing elsewhere.

    19 March 2026 · New Era →

Monday 16 March

  1. Peter Kazongominja becomes Nudo president after Muinjangue's resignation

    The National Unity Democratic Organisation's national executive committee has appointed Peter Kazongominja as party president following the resignation of former deputy health minister Utjiua Muinjangue. The party also retrenched all employees due to financial challenges from the loss of two parliamentary seats, and formally reprimanded MP Vetaruhe Kandorozu for his parliamentary conduct.

    16 March 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 15 March

  1. Kandorozu's parliamentary comedy routine falls flat with audience

    Vetaruhe Kandorozu delivered an impromptu stand-up comedy special on the parliamentary floor titled 'Namibia Does Not Look Like That', featuring a joke about deputy minister Dino Ballotti that drew silence rather than laughs. The Namibian's opinion piece critiques the failed routine and suggests Kandorozu misunderstands both comedy and Namibia's multicultural identity.

    15 March 2026 · The Namibian →

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