Corruption a 'cancer'
Swapo vice-president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has launched a scathing attack on corruption in the ruling party, saying there is no place for it within Swapo's ranks.
Speaking at the official opening of a workshop to enlighten party members about Swapo and Swapo Party Women's Council (SPWC) statutes and policies in Swakopmund on Saturday, she was adamant the Swapo constitution does not allow corruption.
Nandi-Ndaitwah labelled corruption as a cancer and said once it takes root it becomes difficult to cure.
“Those involved with committing acts of corruption do not have the interest of the people at heart and are against development.
“The Swapo election manifesto is transformed into government policies.
“When we are going for elections we should remember that office-bearers actually have contracts with the Namibian nation.
“We also need to ask ourselves why we joined Swapo. Did we do so for self-interest or for what purpose?” said Nandi-Ndaitwah, who is also the country's deputy prime minister and minister of international relations.
Nandi-Ndaitwah also hailed the workshop as very beneficial and explained it serves the purpose of empowering participants with much-needed skills. It also enables office-bearers to execute their duties to the best of their abilities, in line with Swapo party statutes.
“We approved our five-year plan at our first central committee meeting and identified capacity building as an essential component. It is actually very sad when we do not implement good decisions.
“The country is striving to become a knowledge-based society and knowledge has no borders. We must start somewhere and knowing the workings of our party is the basis which enables you to open up your mind.
“It is essential to obtain knowledge and broaden our skills, in order to contribute to the national agenda. This workshop serves that purpose,” she said. Nandi-Ndaitwah further emphasised that Swapo is growing and said it is important for young members to receive the right introduction.
“The Swapo Party School and these workshops complement each other and should be taken seriously. I value these types of engagements. The youth want recognition and answers. They demand to be answered and when we are not able to provide answers to them, we turn them away.”
Nandi-Ndaitwah also encouraged SPWC members to organise discussions within different structures of the party and to interact with one another.
SPWC Erongo regional coordinator Theresia Garises concurred with Ipinge and said women are already organising for the national elections in 2019.
“The region is at peace and there is no infighting. We are united and will stand together and rally behind female candidates, with a focus on advancing the 50/50 policy principle.”
Kanana Hishoono, a member of the Swapo Central Committee, Iipinge and deputy secretary-general Marco Hausiku facilitated the sessions that focused on various aspects during the two-day event, which was attended by 35 delegates from various regions.
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Speaking at the official opening of a workshop to enlighten party members about Swapo and Swapo Party Women's Council (SPWC) statutes and policies in Swakopmund on Saturday, she was adamant the Swapo constitution does not allow corruption.
Nandi-Ndaitwah labelled corruption as a cancer and said once it takes root it becomes difficult to cure.
“Those involved with committing acts of corruption do not have the interest of the people at heart and are against development.
“The Swapo election manifesto is transformed into government policies.
“When we are going for elections we should remember that office-bearers actually have contracts with the Namibian nation.
“We also need to ask ourselves why we joined Swapo. Did we do so for self-interest or for what purpose?” said Nandi-Ndaitwah, who is also the country's deputy prime minister and minister of international relations.
Nandi-Ndaitwah also hailed the workshop as very beneficial and explained it serves the purpose of empowering participants with much-needed skills. It also enables office-bearers to execute their duties to the best of their abilities, in line with Swapo party statutes.
“We approved our five-year plan at our first central committee meeting and identified capacity building as an essential component. It is actually very sad when we do not implement good decisions.
“The country is striving to become a knowledge-based society and knowledge has no borders. We must start somewhere and knowing the workings of our party is the basis which enables you to open up your mind.
“It is essential to obtain knowledge and broaden our skills, in order to contribute to the national agenda. This workshop serves that purpose,” she said. Nandi-Ndaitwah further emphasised that Swapo is growing and said it is important for young members to receive the right introduction.
“The Swapo Party School and these workshops complement each other and should be taken seriously. I value these types of engagements. The youth want recognition and answers. They demand to be answered and when we are not able to provide answers to them, we turn them away.”
Nandi-Ndaitwah also encouraged SPWC members to organise discussions within different structures of the party and to interact with one another.
SPWC Erongo regional coordinator Theresia Garises concurred with Ipinge and said women are already organising for the national elections in 2019.
“The region is at peace and there is no infighting. We are united and will stand together and rally behind female candidates, with a focus on advancing the 50/50 policy principle.”
Kanana Hishoono, a member of the Swapo Central Committee, Iipinge and deputy secretary-general Marco Hausiku facilitated the sessions that focused on various aspects during the two-day event, which was attended by 35 delegates from various regions.
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