public trust

Head Of State Urges Leaders to Guard Against Complacency

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has cautioned senior officials not to become complacent following Swapo’s recent election victory, saying the results reflect public trust in the work done over the past eight months. She made the remarks at the opening of the two-day Cabinet retreat, as reported by NewsOnOne’s Ludorf Iiyambo.

5 December, 2025

Namibia

IPC MP Questions Independence of Anti-Corruption Commission.

Independent Patriots for Change MP John-Louw Mouton has raised concerns over the impartiality of the Anti-Corruption Commission. In an interview, Mouton argued that because the president nominates candidates and the ruling party dominates Parliament, the system effectively allows the ruling party to appoint its preferred director, undermining the independence of the ACC.

6 October, 2025

Business / Economics

NamDia Assures Public After Security Concerns on Social Media

NamDia has responded to MP Job Amupanda’s recent social media allegations about the company’s security and governance. Spokesperson Beverly Coussement said urgent security upgrades were put in place after this year’s armed robbery, including appointing a consultant to tighten controls, adding that NamDia remains committed to transparency, staff support, and appreciates the police’s ongoing investigation.

7 July, 2025

Namibia

No Change in Namibia’s Corruption Score

Namibia's corruption ranking remains the same as last year. Graham Hopwood from the Institute for Public Policy Research links this to the Fishrot case dragging on, lack of fishing industry reforms, and failure to amend laws like the Marine Resources Act.

12 February, 2025

South Africa

Rise Mzansi Calls on Ramaphosa for Strong Leadership in SONA

Rise Mzansi urges president Cyril Ramaphosa to use his State of the Nation address to demonstrate strong leadership and set clear priorities. The party wants decisive action on job creation, crime prevention, and service delivery. They also propose a wealth tax to boost economic growth. Rise Mzansi spokesperson Mabine Seabe warned Ramaphosa that failure to tackle corruption decisively will erode public trust:

6 February, 2025

South Africa

South African Presidency Questions McKinsey’s G20 Role

The South African Presidency has expressed concern over McKinsey's appointment to the business engagement group that meets to coordinate the participation of business in the G20, and Bain's role in South Africa's Energy Council Project Management Office. Highlighting their past involvement in state capture, the Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya states that these appointments undermine public trust and good governance. Magwenya emphasised the need for more credible partners:

16 December, 2024

Nam Elections 2024

Namibian Civil Society Non-State Actors Network Calls for Accountability After Election Irregularities

On behalf of The Namibian Civil Society Non-State Actors Network, Mahongora Kavihuha, has expressed concern over serious electoral irregularities in the November elections. The network, representing over 1,150 organizations, highlighted issues such as lack of transparency from the Electoral Commission of delays, and voting station mismanagement. NamNet has called for immediate accountability, including the resignation of the ECN or its removal by the President, and the establishment of a Commission […]

16 December, 2024

Local

International Anti-Corruption Day: 9 Actions to Strengthen Integrity in Namibia

Every year on December 9, the world observes International Anti-Corruption Day, a global initiative established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2003 to raise awareness about corruption and mobilise efforts to combat it. This date marks the anniversary of the adoption of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), the world's most comprehensive anti-corruption treaty. Corruption undermines development, weakens public trust, and exacerbates inequality by diverting resources meant […]

11 December, 2024

South Africa

Calls Grow In S.A for Minister Simelane’s Suspension

Defend Our Democracy South Africa calls for former Justice minister Thembi Simelane to be removed from her new role as minister of Human Settlements over fresh corruption allegations. The group’s executive director, Zaakirah Vadi, urges president Cyril Ramaphosa to suspend her pending the outcome of the investigation:

5 December, 2024