Ya Ndakolo reflects on decades of service, thanks Namibians

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2025-03-30
OKAHANDJA, 17 October 2019 – Minister of Defence Penda Ya Ndakolo speaking during the inauguration of the Command and Staff College at Okahandja. (Photo by: Paulus Hamutenya) NAMPA OKAHANDJA, 17 October 2019 – Minister of Defence Penda Ya Ndakolo speaking during the inauguration of the Command and Staff College at Okahandja. (Photo by: Paulus Hamutenya) NAMPA
By Gabriel Tomas
OMUTHIYA, 30 MAR (NAMPA) – Outgoing Oshikoto Region Governor, Penda Ya Ndakolo, has expressed his gratitude to the government for the opportunity to serve the Namibian people in various capacities.
Ya Ndakolo in an interview with Nampa on Saturday recounted his extensive career, which included roles such as regional councillor, management committee member, national council member, regional governor, member of parliament, and Mini...
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