Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has emphasised the importance of ethical conduct and accountability in public service to fight corruption and promote good governance.

Speaking at the Government Institutions Pension Fund's Global Ethics Day celebration, Dr Ngurare said ethics must remain at the heart of government operations and service delivery.

"Let us work and always rain the right drops of ethics, of empathy, of compassion, of kindness, advocating unflinchingly for a society that is inclusive on all fronts, on national unity. When we say nobody is left behind, the beauty of our differences must be our common denominator."

GIPF CEO Martin Inkumbi mentioned that the Fund has introduced a whistleblower tool to enforce ethical behaviour.

"The essence of ethics we envision lies in our ability to see ethics as a strategic enabler, one that drives better workplace outcomes, stronger governance and a more resilient institution. When employees uphold integrity in their daily action, it leads to trust, and trust is the foundation of performance. That is why every decision we make must reflect ethical considerations, because the cost of losing trust is immeasurable."

The former AU Envoy and human rights advocate Bience Gawa!nas, who was a guest speaker, delivered a message on integrity and moral responsibility.

Gawa!nas also stated that Namibia, with its small population and abundant resources, can become one of the great countries in the world.

"His greatness will not be measured in wealth or might, but in the personal integrity and greatness, not only of leaders, but also of the civil service, the private sector, civil society, and each one of us. Know that you can make the difference to our country and its people by serving Namibia and GIPF with integrity, pride and honesty."

The event brought together policymakers, corporate leaders, and civil servants to reflect on the role of ethics in building a transparent and accountable Namibia.