Tegako Donatus has stepped down as the Walvis Bay Rural constituency councillor for the Erongo Regional Council. The resignation, which took effect on Wednesday, 15 October.
In a professional and candid letter dated 14 October, addressed to Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) Secretary Christine Auchamub, Donatus cited “persistent political interference in the affairs of the regional council” as the primary reason for his decision to resign.
The former councillor is currently facing serious legal issues, specifically fraud and money laundering charges, in the Swakopmund Magistrate’s Court. This situation was compounded last month when the IPC placed restrictions on him, preventing him from acting on behalf of or representing the party at the Regional Council.
Despite his resignation from the council seat, Donatus affirmed his loyalty to the IPC. He stated, “I remain a strong believer and supporter of my party, the IPC, and I am ready to offer my services throughout the campaign for our incoming regional council and local authority elections candidates.”
His resignation comes amidst significant internal political challenges, including an upcoming council discussion on a ministerial directive to reinstate former chairperson Benitha Imbamba.
