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President Nandi-Ndaitwah's deputy minister appointments questioned over cost and necessity
via The Namibian9 hours ago5 min read
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's recent appointments of deputy ministers have drawn criticism from political analysts and parliamentarians who argue the move could inflate government costs and create redundant roles. While Nandi-Ndaitwah stated the appointments, which included seven new ministers and a minister in the Presidency, were aimed at strengthening governance and improving service delivery, critics suggest they contradict her previous commitment to cost-cutting. All People's Party parliamentarian Ambrosius Kumbwa questioned the necessity of deputy ministers in all ministries, suggesting the decision was not well-informed and went against the president's earlier stance on economic austerity. Political analyst Rui Tyitende views the appointments as rewards for political loyalty rather than a focus on service delivery, describing them as an "unnecessary burden" on the government. Conversely, political commentator Erika Thomas argues that some merged ministries, such as Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, and Justice and Labour Relations, require deputy ministers to manage various departments effectively, especially since executive directors do not participate in parliamentary questioning. Thomas also noted that quality service delivery often involves costs and that some appointed ministers may need assistance due to a lack of experience.
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