Telecom Namibia has appointed a new Board of Directors with effect from 3 June 2026, as the state-owned telecommunications company advances its transformation agenda focused on operational performance, infrastructure modernisation and improved customer service.
The new board is chaired by Fimanekeni Petrus, with Melanie Tjijenda serving as deputy chairperson. Other board members are Henock Immanuel, Maria Haipinge, Marvin Awarab and Hasting Tjipueja.
Telecom Namibia said the newly constituted board takes office at a critical stage in the company’s institutional restructuring and strategic repositioning efforts.
Petrus said the board was committed to strengthening governance and ensuring continuity in the company’s strategic direction.
“We are honoured to take on this responsibility at such a critical juncture in Telecom Namibia’s evolution. The company and its previous Board of Directors have laid a solid foundation for transformation, and as a board, we are committed to strengthening governance, driving strategic execution and ensuring that Telecom Namibia delivers sustainable value to its customers, shareholders and the Namibian nation,” he said.
Outgoing Chief Executive Officer Stanley Shanapinda welcomed the new board, describing its appointment as timely given the company’s ongoing transformation programme.
“I would like to extend a warm welcome to the newly appointed board. Their leadership comes at a critical time in Telecom Namibia’s transformation journey, and I am confident they will provide the strategic direction and oversight required to take the company forward,” Shanapinda said.
He added that he would work closely with the board, shareholder representatives and executive management to ensure a smooth leadership transition.
Telecom Namibia said further announcements regarding the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer are expected, with the incoming executive set to assume office on 1 July 2026.
The board appointments come as Shanapinda prepares to leave Telecom Namibia following his appointment as Executive Secretary of the Communications Regulators’ Association of Southern Africa.
CRASA announced that Shanapinda will take up the regional role on 1 July 2026 after being appointed by the association’s Special General Meeting on 27 May following a competitive recruitment process.
His appointment brings to an end his tenure as Telecom Namibia Chief Executive, a position he has held since January 2021.
