The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) says newly appointed Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) Director-General Bryan Eiseb faces a critical test in restoring public confidence in the fight against corruption, particularly within public procurement.
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has entered a new era with Dr Bryan Eiseb officially taking over as Director General on 1 October 2026.
Dr Bryan Eiseb has officially taken over as Director General of the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC).
Eiseb succeeds the founding Director General Paulus Noa, who has now ended after a 20-year tenure.
Members of the National Assembly have called for a stronger fight against corruption.
MPs across the political divide have called for a stronger and more effective Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) during debate on the appointment of the commission’s new leadership.
The National Assembly has unanimously approved President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's nominations of Bryan Eiseb as Director-General of the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) for a five-year term and Advocate Erna Lorraine van der Merwe as Deputy Director-General for a period not exceeding 12 months.
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare is expected to table a motion in the National Assembly tomorrow recommending the appointment of the Financial Intelligence Centre Director, Bryan Eiseb, as the next Director-General of the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC).
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 (ACC) convened a regional consultative workshop in Otjiwarongo to gather stakeholder input for Namibia’s Third National Anti-Corruption Strategy and Action Plan (2026-2030).
ACC Director-General Paulus Noa emphasized the incompatibility of good governance and corruption:
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.
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.
