The Bank of Namibia has appointed Meshack Tjirongo, Eliaser Nekwaya, and Peter Kruger as new non-executive members of the Bank’s Board of Directors, with Ehrenfried Meroro re-appointed as a non-executive board member.
The appointments, announced on Tuesday, according to apex bank, are in line with Section 9 of the Bank of Namibia Act (2020) and will take effect from 1 February 2024.
The three replace Chris Baisako, Tuyakula Haipinge, and Charmaine van der Westhuizen on the nine-member board.
Peter Kruger currently serves as the Manager of Information Systems and Technology at a Namibian Uranium Mine, bringing more than 26 years of expertise in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, IT security, operational leadership, financial management, and corporate governance.
Eliaser Nekwaya, a legal professional and member of the Society of Advocates of Namibia, brings a wealth of experience in corporate governance and risk management.
Meshack Tjirongo, a former employee of the central bank and the International Monetary Fund, brings over 30 years of experience actively involved in formulating and implementing macroeconomic policies, having provided counsel on economic and development policy matters across various countries in Africa, North America, and Europe.
“As the Bank steps into the conclusive year of its strategic plan, we are pleased to welcome the new Board members who will play a crucial role in providing the necessary oversight as we discharge our mandate. We have no doubt that the Board members will contribute significantly towards the execution of our current and future strategic endeavors,” BoN Board Chairperson and Governor, Johannes !Gawaxab, said.
