Namibia

Scandal Hits National Petroleum Corporation

today15 March, 2024

Background

The National Petroleum Corporation is reeling from a scandal involving the alleged theft of N$1 million worth of fuel, with four arrests made, including Immanuel Mulunga’s nephew. Denzel Mulunga, Simeon Shilongo, Jason Malima, and Graham Platt (46) face charges ranging from theft to money laundering and conspiracy. Notably, Jason Malima is related to Victor Malima, CEO of Enercon, a military contractor in legal dispute with Namcor over a N$60 million debt. Furthermore, two Namcor engineers and a financial staff member were questioned but not arrested, subsequently suspended from their roles.

Written by: Leonard Witbeen