The unresolved cases of corruption in the Zambezi region caused dissatisfaction among certain participants at the regional consultation regarding the formulation of the third National Anti-corruption strategy for the years 2026-2030.
Southern African parliaments are urged to tighten oversight on public spending, as concerns over corruption, debt, and financial mismanagement continue to threaten development across the region.
Governor Verna Sinimbo of the Kavango West Region has urged for a united effort in the battle against corruption.
Oshikoto Governor Sacky Kathindi says corruption is an obstacle to socio-economic progress and calls for the need for decisive actions at all levels.
The Anti-Corruption Commission's deputy director general says corruption weakens public institutions and negatively affects economic growth and development of any nation.
A South African court has sentenced Julius Malema, the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), to five years of direct imprisonment.
Malema received a five-year prison sentence and another two-year sentence that was ordered to run concurrently with the five years.
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.
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.
Minister of Urban and Rural Development James Sankwasa has called on Namibians to reject tribalism and corruption, urging unity and collective responsibility in building the nation.
