President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah acknowledged the importance of supporting the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) but pushed back against the idea that increased funding alone would solve the problem.
President Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on Namibians to join hands and fight corruption.
In terms of corruption perception, the Transparency International Index ranks Namibia with a score of 58 out of 100 and at position 65 out of 182 countries in 2025, a decline of three points from the previous year.
There are renewed calls for urgent improvements in the distribution of food aid to affected communities in the Zambezi Region, with concerns raised over delays and lack of accountability in the current system.
Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Phillipus Katamelo, called for stronger collective accountability in the fight against corruption.
He said such responsibility lies not only with leadership but also with all those involved in key appointments and oversight processes.
Members of Parliament have raised concerns over the growing backlog of cases at the Anti-Corruption Commission.
The MPs called for increased funding, stressing that the commission plays a critical role in safeguarding public resources and ensuring accountability.
The National Assembly has passed the Auditor General's office vote with an allocation of N$133 million for the 2026/2027 financial year.
Some MPs however argued that the office requires more finances to capacitate and operate efficiently.
Members of Parliament shared personal reflections on their roles since Namibia's independence, emphasising legislative progress while acknowledging areas that need improvement.
The Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture, Dino Ballotti, has addressed his recent "out of character" moments in Parliament, affirming that, despite his subsequent name-calling, he remains steadfast in his dedication to serving the nation.
The president of the United Democratic Fund (UDF), Hendrik Gaobaeb, raised concerns around the ongoing dispute between the Kunene Regional Council and the Minister of Urban and Rural Development, highlighting wasteful use of public funds on private lawyers.
Fighting corruption is not a one-institution mandate but rather a collective responsibility of all Namibians.
These sentiments were shared by the Prime Minister, Elijah Ngurare, during the National Anti-Corruption Strategy Steering Committee Meeting held in Windhoek today.
