AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFuel & energy governance: Namibia’s Presidency rejects IPC claims linking President Nandi-Ndaitwah to a N$612m Sinomine solar project, saying the matter concerns private arrangements and regulatory processes. Tender clarity: Minister Modestus Amutse says there is “only one Vitol” for Namibia’s sole fuel supply arrangement, despite multiple entities. Local government cash crunch: Councils are chasing over N$162m as service cut-offs loom over unpaid municipal bills by ministries, institutions and businesses. Housing pressure: IPC tables a motion to declare Namibia’s urban housing crisis a national emergency, citing a backlog of 300,000+ units and slow land servicing. Social protection strain: Over 15,000 pensioners face suspended old-age grants after missing verification, raising humanitarian concerns. Business & jobs: Goreangab Mall opens in Katutura, hailed as economic transformation with hundreds of jobs and improved access for residents. Student cost-of-living: UNAM students question the impact of fuel-price relief measures on daily expenses. Regional trade push: President urges Namibian business to use AfCFTA to expand trade beyond borders. Crime update: Windhoek reports a 14% drop in murders in early 2026, with theft and armed robberies mixed.
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