Ndumba Kamwanyah unpacks the dismissal of Omuthiya councillor
June 23, 2025
[PODCAST]
The debate on councillors’ residency obligations is reignited after Minister James Sankwasa dismissed an Omuthiya councillor. This follows past concerns (e.g., PDM’s 2021 report of over 40 non-resident councillors) and legal requirements for councillors to live in their constituencies.
The Omuthiya councillor, Johannes Ndeutepo, a Swapo member, was fired after relocating to Windhoek last June while allegedly continuing to serve. This, and past allegations like Katutura Central’s councillor living in Rocky Crest, raise systemic concerns about legal compliance. Political analyst Dr. Ndumba Kamwanyah joined to discuss implications.
