Author: Edward Mumbuu (Edward Mumbuu )

Namibia’s expenditure on Covid-19 related expenses could be corruption-proof as the Anti-Corruption Commission is yet to receive any complaints involving the procurement or handling of funds concerning the pandemic.

Career spy Tylvas Shilongo’s stint as the Anti-Corruption Commission’s executive director got a boost this month after his contract – which lapses in August – was extended by 24 months.  

Media ombudsman John Nakuta has lambasted the mandatory SIM card registration by the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia, branding it retrogressive in the anti-graft fight, as it will leave whistleblowers exposed.

… PDM says marriage with Swapo last resort

The government has collected N$77 million between 2019 and 2021 from renting out buildings, a recent audit report reveals. Through the department of works, under the auspices of the works and transport ministry, which is the custodian of government properties, the State also generated over N$100 000 from leasing parking spaces to various institutions across the country.

Incarcerated social justice activist Dimbulukeni Nauyoma and forex trader Michael Amushelelo have roped in lawyer Kadhila Amoomo as they seek clarity on the specifics of a pending investigation into their housing scheme by the central bank.

The ministry of agriculture and land reform has failed to account for at least 474 government vehicles, auditor general Junias Kandjeke has found. 

The government sold 34 houses for less than N$3 million across the country last year, an audit report shows. 

Several young Swapo members between the age of 18 and 35 are demanding a seat at the decision-making table based on competency as opposed to being a mere “yes, man and yes, woman”, through elections or appointment.