Since independence, Namibia, as a sovereign state, has been using macro-economic policies, such as the fiscal policy, to address macroeconomic problems in the country.
I am passionate about this subject and felt the only way to honour the late Dr Sam Nujoma’s legacy and leadership is by investing in my personality, studying toward a master’s degree in Public Policy and Management (MPPM) in the best interest of this country. The founding president received more than 30 international awards, of which 15 were honorary and doctorate awards in public management.
Today, Namibia is blessed with an inspirational and exceptional president who has already distinguished herself with characters of excellence in public management and good governance in Africa. I am particularly excited about the opportunity to analyse her Cabinet and innovation of governance, which is like the days of President Sam Nujoma.
I firmly believe that she will lead this nation to great heights. Therefore, I term this analysis as “the NNN Innovation of Governance”. An innovative person or leader does not imitate others; he or she does things differently.
It takes innovation, courage, and visionary leadership to visualise public servants going for medical services at state hospitals by 2026, after seeing the Jericho wall of private hospitals standing for 35 years. How does it feel, having a house and not eat food cooked by your wife – eating at the restaurants and hotel at a high cost? This is what we have been doing to the system in Namibia. I am pleased about this movement, and above all this decision is creating a wealth legacy for our president, and the legacy that will last for millenniums ahead.
Economic experts have praised President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah for downsising Cabinet from 21 ministries to 14 ministers and seven deputies. This, in return, will keep more money in the account to be used for other public goods and services. There is a saying that when you stand on the shoulders of those ahead of you, you can see far.
I honour our president because she sees economic emancipation and is excellently taking the right steps towards economic freedom. Moreover, her Cabinet consists 10 women and nine men. This is a great innovation to do something new and not just emulate others.
Most importantly, it is holistic, as one does not just think outside the box, but obliterated the box to see for Namibia Economic emancipation. This is just like Nujoma’s leadership, which was full of innovations in exile and after independence.
Globally, the population of men has reduced since the Second World War. There are more women on earth than men, yet men hold key authority positions.
In addition, prison and police detention facilities are overcrowded with men. This implies that men commit more crimes than women. Beware of men!
In conclusion, Namibia is the only country in the world where women occupy the top three highest government positions: the President, Vice President, and Speaker of the National Assembly.
This is a step in the right direction. The late minister of education Abraham Iyambo used to say: “We need action, action, and a consistent action; we have spoken enough, and now is the time for action”.
Today is a time for women to take action in the “NNN Innovation of governance” that will bring economic development to this country. The NNN model of governance is a calling card for a prosperous Namibia, as it injects life into our economy.
*Paulus S. Shapaka is a student MPPM