Know Your Civil Servant

Lahja Nashuuta  Christell Nassauw is a seasoned public relations and communications expert dedicated to fostering effective communication within organisations.  She currently serves as the Chief Public Relations Officer and Head of the Communications and Public Relations Division at the Office of the Auditor General (OAG). In this role, she oversees internal and external communication strategies...

Lahja Nashuuta  Chrissy Kaakunga-Hindjou, one of the civil servants to serve under the Founding President and Father of the Namibian Nation, Sam Shafaiishuna Nujoma, describes him as a reliable ally of the working class, an outstanding leader of the national liberation movement, and a statesman.  “I am thankful for what he did for us as...

Lahja Nashuuta  A typical day for a school principal is more than sitting in an office, answering phone calls or doling out discipline for problematic students.  Martin Shikalepo is committed to providing quality inclusive education to a Namibian child. He is the principal of Shoopala Combined School (CS) in the Ruacana Circuit, Omusati region.  Shoopala...

Lahja Nashuuta  Hilma Kuduva serves as the chief legal drafter in the Ministry of Justice’s Directorate of Legislative Drafting.  She is responsible for drafting Bills for tabling in Parliament, and ensuring they align with the Namibian Constitution.  She is an admitted legal practitioner with extensive experience in legal matters. She holds a Bachelaureus Juris (B-Juris)...

Learners frequently reflect on the commendable attributes of their educators with great fondness. They recall those teachers who demonstrated genuine care, and provided unwavering support and encouragement.  Ndipanda Thomas asserts that the performance of pupils is a direct reflection of the dedication exhibited by their teachers.  As a teacher at Epako Secondary School, he expressed...

Lahja Nashuuta  Teaching is a profession that is characterised by the pursuit of noble intentions.  Kristof Aipanda exemplifies this commitment as the principal of Negumbo Senior Secondary School (SSS).  With experience as both a teacher and a principal, he is dedicated to recognising the potential of every learner, fostering a culture of excellence.  As a...

Lahja Nashuuta Dorris Kazondunge-Tjirongo is an audit, risk and accounting professional at the Office of the Auditor General. She specialised in accounting and finance and currently holds a Bachelor of Technology in Accounting and Finance, as well as a Postgraduate Certificate in Informatics (Information Systems Audit) from the Namibia University of Science and Technology. Currently,...

Lahja Nashuuta Naapopye Anatoly Uulenga is a public servant in the education ministry with hearing impairment. He is a sign language instructor of design and technology as well as natural science. He said “I believe it is crucial for individuals with hearing impairments to communicate effectively through sign language. I strive to raise awareness among...

Hilma Kandjimbi is a social worker for the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication and Social Welfare, responsible for Oranjemund and Rosh Pinah. She is amongst the few professionals in the country mandated to carry out many functions under the Child Care and Protection Act. She has an honours degree in Social Work from the...