Lahja Nashuuta Reinhold Mutighoma, the principal of Ekondjo Primary School in the Ncamagoro Circuit in Kavango West region, has urged other public servants to apply public policy in their decision making to improve service delivery to schools. He says public policy helps leaders understand how to serve communities fairly and effectively. The principal notes that...
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Know Your Civil Servant – Thriving in a male dominated field
Lahja Nashuuta Rakel Hailaula, born and raised in Oumbada village in the Ohangwena region, is among the few women who have successfully entered the male-dominated field of computer technology. Her journey began with a simple curiosity that grew into a clear purpose. “I’ve always been curious about how technology works, how an ATM dispenses money...
Know Your Civil Servant – Teaching is the mother of all professionals
Auleria Wakudumo For David Mandume Alfeus, teaching is not merely a job but a lifelong mission anchored in passion, resilience and an unwavering commitment to shaping Namibia’s future. A teacher by profession, Alfeus currently teaches English and Oshikwanyama Grades 4 to 7 while also assisting with Entrepreneurship for Grades 8 and 9 at Pahangwashimwe Combined...
Know Your Civil Servant – Teaching should be a calling and passion – Tjiroze
KEETMANSHOOP – On a quiet morning in Keetmanshoop, Priscila Tjiroze sits in her office at the //Kharas education directorate, reflecting on a career that spans more than three decades. Known as PJ to colleagues and students alike, Tjiroze is a veteran educator whose story is one of passion, resilience, and dedication to shaping young minds....
Know Your Civil Servant – A career dedicated to serving Kunene
Dalene Kooper Fresh out of high school, Rivonia Roswitha Roman manifested her career as a control administrative officer at the Kunene Regional Council. She started as a volunteer, editing the local newspaper for the Khorixas Town Council. She imagined herself occupying an office in that office. “I told myself, one day I shall occupy this...
Know Your Civil Servant – Keeping Kunene’s administration wheels turning
Lahja Nashuuta Alpha Mbanyanda Uzera, a Senior Private Secretary in the Office of the President within the Governor’s Office subdivision in Kunene, represents a new wave of young professionals excelling in public service. A political science graduate from the University of Namibia and currently studying law through distance learning at Triumphant College, Uzera holds a...
Know Your Civil Servant – Serving with honesty and integrity
Lahja Nashuuta At only 26 years old, Muuaupi Kavari is steadily building a career in public service, driven by a passion for serving her community and contributing to development in the Omaheke region. Born and raised in Gobabis, Kavari currently serves as the Senior Private Secretary to the governor of the Omaheke region, a role...
Know Your Civil Servant – Celebrating 30 years of service
Lahja Nashuuta A career in public service is for anyone who wants to make a difference, even if it means putting public interests ahead of personal interests. Unlike many public servants who say they chose public service because they enjoy giving back to the community, Erica Dien, the Director of Administration in the Office of the...
Know Your Civil Servant – Serving with passion
SWAKOPMUND – Hilda Patricia van Nooten is no stranger to the Erongo Regional Council. Since 08 April 2002, she has served in public service and currently holds the position of senior administrative officer, public relations and meetings. What brought her into government was simple: unemployment and the urge to provide for her family. “First, it...
Know your Civil Servant – Castro Shipapo: Calling rooted in service, hope
Castro Shipapo’s workday begins long before lessons start at Muhopi Primary School in the Kavango East region. At 04h00 each morning, while the village sleeps, he rises for prayer, meditation and exercise. By the time learners arrive at school, he is fully prepared mentally, physically and spiritually to carry the responsibility of educating children for...









