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National Assembly debate on ECN appointments
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National Assembly debate on ECN appointments

Swapo Chief Whip in the National Assembly, Hamunyera Hambyuka, moved a motion without notice urging for consideration and approval of Gerson Tjihenuna and Pius Iikwambi as members of the Electoral Commission of Namibia, nominated by the President under Section 6 of the Electoral Act for a five-year term.  The motion seeks to ensure fairness, impartiality,...

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New cabinet appointments announced | Namibia Economist

The President H.E. Dr Nangolo Mbumba in a move to ensure efficient governance on Friday announced adjustments to the Cabinet and Executive of the government. In the announcement, John Mutorwa has been appointed as the Deputy Prime Minister while still keeping his position as the Minister of Works and Transport. He will oversee disaster risk...

Bannerman makes key appointments ahead of Etango mine development
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Bannerman makes key appointments ahead of Etango mine development

Bannerman Energy has made significant changes to its board and key executive roles in preparation for the next phase of its flagship project, the Etango Uranium Project in Namibia. The company has announced changes, effective from early March 2024, as part of its strategic preparations for the development of the Etango mine. Current Bannerman Energy...

JSC enhances transparency in high court appointments
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JSC enhances transparency in high court appointments

In a groundbreaking move towards transparency and accountability, the Judicial Service Commission has amended its regulations to conduct public interviews for judicial appointments to the High Court. The decision aligns with the commitment to uphold constitutional principles. The amended regulations, effective November 24, 2023, mandate that interviews for nominated candidates must be open to the...

JSC enhances transparency in High Court appointments
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JSC enhances transparency in High Court appointments

In a groundbreaking move towards transparency and accountability, the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has amended its regulations to conduct public interviews for judicial appointments to the High Court. The decision aligns with the commitment to uphold constitutional principles. The amended regulations, effective November 24, 2023, mandate that interviews for nominated candidates must be open to...

Karasburg Mayor arrested by ACC over alleged illegal appointments
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Karasburg Mayor arrested by ACC over alleged illegal appointments

Staff Reporter THE Mayor of Karasburg, Maria Veldskoen, and other members of the Karasburg Town Council have been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) for alleged illegal appointments and changes to bank signatories. Photo for illustrative purposes only. This information was disclosed by the National Spokesperson of the Landless People’s Movement (LPM), Lifalaza Simataa, who...

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Local authorities warned against irregular and unprocedural appointments

The Minister of Urban and Rural Development, Erastus Uutoni, has warned local authorities against irregular and unprocedural staff appointments. Uutoni sounded the warning following a closed-door engagement with political office bearers and the administration of the Karasburg Town Council over controversies surrounding the appointments of the Acting CEO and Personal Assistant to the Mayor. The Council...