… SSC executive officer Milka Mungunda yesterday declined to comment. “You are asking me questions I cannot answer, because I really don’t know. …
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Vetumbuavi Mungunda
Also known as: Mungunda · Milka Mungunda
Vetumbuavi Mungunda — President of the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry, appointed April 2026 for a two-year term.
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- May 2026
- March 2026
The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) has appointed Vetumbuavi Mungunda as president, deputised by Patty Karuaihe-Martin and Tarah Shaanika as first and second vice presidents, respectively. …
Mungunda appointed NCCI presidentA new chapter has commenced for Namibia’s business community following the election of Vetumbuavi Mungunda as president of the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI). …
Mungunda aims to position NCCI as formidable economic voice… The NCCI selected Vetumbuavi Mungunda as its new president at its annual general meeting. …
Outgoing NCCI president calls for private sector to take on greater responsibilityThe Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry has appointed Vetumbuavi Mungunda as president, deputised by Patty Karuaihe-Martin and Tarah Shaanika as first and second vice presidents, respectively. …
Mungunda appointed chamber of commerce presidentA senior Social Security Commission (SSC) manager has accused chief executive Milka Mungunda of interfering in procurement processes linked to the planned national pension and medical benefit funds. …
SSC manager alleges CEO Milka Mungunda interfered in national pension and medical benefit fund procurement… e Office of the Prime Minister; Oscar Capeloa from the Ministry of Finance; Toini Amaambo from the Ministry of Health and Social Services; Peter Nevonga from the Namibia Public Workers Union (NAPWU); Loide Shaanika from the Namibia National Teachers’ Union (NANTU); Milka Mungunda …
Prime Minister inaugurates new PSEMAS governance committee- April 2023
… Vetumbuavi Mungunda is the founder of Ombu Capital, an investment and advisory firm focusing on the rural economic sectors of agri-business and tourism.
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Politics
Finance ministry rejects SSC procurement exemption request
The News
The Ministry of Finance has rejected the Social Security Commission's request for a procurement exemption to fast-track a N$43.8-million fund management system project. Finance minister Ericah Shafudah said the SSC did not sufficiently justify why the entire Public Procurement Act should be set aside, and noted that the law already provides procurement options such as restricted bidding for specialized services.
Why it matters
Finance ministry rejects SSC's procurement exemption request, upholding public procurement rules despite operational pressure.
6 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 6 May
Finance ministry rejects SSC procurement exemption request
The Ministry of Finance has rejected the Social Security Commission's request for a procurement exemption to fast-track a N$43.8-million fund management system project. Finance minister Ericah Shafudah said the SSC did not sufficiently justify why the entire Public Procurement Act should be set aside, and noted that the law already provides procurement options such as restricted bidding for specialized services.
6 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 31 March
Vetumbuavi Mungunda appointed NCCI president
The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry has appointed Vetumbuavi Mungunda as president, with Patty Karuaihe-Martin and Tarah Shaanika as deputy leaders. The new board, which will serve a two-year term, aims to strengthen the chamber's institutional capacity and expand its role in economic and policy discussions.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Monday 30 March
New NCCI President Pledges Stronger Economic Voice
Vetumbuavi Mungunda was elected president of the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry at the organization's Annual General Meeting on 27 March 2026, replacing Bisey /Uirab. Mungunda has outlined plans to strengthen institutional capacity, broaden sectoral and regional representation, and position the chamber as a more formidable influence in national and regional economic debates.
30 March 2026 · New Era →
Outgoing NCCI president urges private sector greater responsibility
The outgoing president of the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry called on the private sector to take greater ownership in developing the country and supporting small and medium-sized enterprises, which he described as the backbone of the economy. New NCCI president Vetumbuavi Mungunda pledged to focus on strengthening the chamber's capacity for thought leadership and expanding its representation across sectors.
30 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Sunday 29 March
Vetumbuavi Mungunda elected Namibia Chamber of Commerce president
The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry has appointed Vetumbuavi Mungunda as president, with Patty Karuaihe-Martin and Tarah Shaanika as vice presidents. The new board will focus on strengthening institutional capacity and expanding the chamber's role in economic and policy discussions.
29 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 18 March
SSC manager alleges CEO Mungunda interfered in procurement processes
A Social Security Commission manager has formally requested an internal audit investigation into whether CEO Milka Mungunda improperly influenced procurement processes linked to the planned National Pension Fund and National Medical Benefit Fund. The investigation is expected to determine whether procurement procedures and governance rules were followed during preparations for implementing the two national funds.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 10 March
Prime Minister inaugurates PSEMAS governance committee for healthcare reform
Prime Minister Dr Elijah Ngurare has inaugurated a new governance committee for the Public Service Medical Aid Scheme (PSEMAS) to oversee implementation of reforms, including mandatory use of public hospitals by civil servants and alignment with the government's Universal Health Coverage objectives. The committee, drawn from government agencies, trade unions, and regulators, replaces the previous model to improve oversight, accountability, and healthcare sustainability.
10 March 2026 · Informanté →