insert_link Namibia McHenry Venaani Announces Final Bid for PDM Leadership, Prepares for Political Retirement McHenry Venaani, the leader ofthe official opposition, the Popular Democratic Movement, has announced that he will be running for the presidency of his party for the final time before retiring from politics. The PDM is set to hold its elective congress in Katima Mulilo from August 22 to 24 to elect new leadership for the next five years. Venaani, who has led the party for 10 years, expressed his intent […] todayJuly 31, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia PDM President Urges Accelerated Investment in Irrigation Infrastructure for Agricultural Transformation McHenry Venaani, President of the Popular Democratic Movement, stresses the need to prioritize and expedite investments in irrigation infrastructure to drive agricultural transformation and sustainable growth. Speaking in the National Assembly, Venaani advocates for the adoption of innovative water-saving technologies and the strengthening of capacities across agricultural sectors. He highlights evidence from across Africa, showing that nations with robust irrigation strategies have not only mitigated hunger but also decreased dependence […] todayApril 26, 2024 15
insert_link Namibia President Mbumba Open to Testifying in Fishrot Trial if Court Requests President Nangolo Mbumba stated that he would be willing to testify in the Fishrot fraud and corruption trial if summoned by the court. His response came during a parliamentary session when Popular Democratic Movement leader McHenry Venaani inquired whether Mbumba, as a former Swapo secretary general, would be willing to provide testimony in the trial. todayMarch 15, 2024 5
insert_link Namibia PDM Leader McHenry Venaani Expresses Disappointment Over Delay in August 26 Holding Company’s Forensic Audit Report McHenry Venaani, the Leader of the Official Opposition of the Popular Democratic Movement, voices disappointment over the prolonged delay in the publication of the forensic audit report concerning the affairs of August 26 Holding Company. Venaani reveals his persistent advocacy for the auditing of the company and its subsidiaries' books for the past six years, underscoring the crucial importance of accountability in managing public funds. Here are McHenry Venaani's remarks […] todayMarch 12, 2024 20
insert_link Namibia Tribute and eulogy on the passing of the late President H.E. Dr. Hage Geingob His Excellency, President of the Republic of Namibia, Nangolo Mbumba, and First Lady of the Republic of Namibia, Sustjie Mbumba, Madame Monica Geingos, Widow, Children, Grandchildren and Representatives of the Family Your Excellencies Heads of States and Governments present, Your Excellency, The Founding President of The Republic of Namibia, Dr. Sam Shafishuna Nujoma, Your Excellency the second President of The Republic of Namibia, and dear friend Dr. Hifikepunye Pohamba, Your […] todayFebruary 24, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Opposition Leader Mchenry Venaani Mourns President Hage Geingob’s Passing Expressing profound sorrow, Mchenry Venaani, the Leader of the Popular Democratic Movement, conveyed deep sadness regarding the passing of President Hage Geingob. Venaani emphasized that the loss of President Geingob is a significant setback not only for Namibia but also for the entire African continent. Daily evening devotions will be held at the residence of the late President Hage Geingob in Windhoek, local lawyer and family spokesperson Sisa Namandje has […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 29
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: The Need for Strategic Collaboration: McHenry Venaani on One Candidate Opposing Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwa February 1, 2024/Leonard Witbeen In a recent statement, McHenry Venaani , the President of the Popular Democratic Movement, expressed his views on the proposition of a single candidate opposing SWAPO's Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwain the upcoming political landscape. Venaani emphasized the importance of strategic collaboration and the need for a comprehensive coalition formula to make such a proposition a reality. The central idea of supporting a single candidate is sound, according to […] todayFebruary 1, 2024 25
insert_link Namibia RP President Urges Opposition Unity for Presidential Election Challenge Henk Mudge, president of the Republican Party, has issued a call for all opposition parties to unite behind a single candidate in the upcoming presidential election to contest against Swapo candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Mchenry Venaani from the Popular Democratic Movement has also provided his perspective on the matter, contributing to the ongoing dialogue surrounding opposition collaboration in the upcoming election. todayFebruary 1, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Invest in modern maize technologies: Venaani The president of the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM), McHenry Venaani, has urged the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform to modernise maize production for self-sufficiency. In a media statement issued on Monday, Venaani said Namibia imported approximately 82 000 tonnes of maize in 2023 alone. “With reports of a mere 42 per cent harvest projected for 2023/24, leaving almost 60 per cent of our white maize needs […] todayJanuary 24, 2024 13
