Jessica Hauuanga Takes Over as Acting CEO of NIPDB
By TUW
The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) has named Jessica Hauuanga as its Acting Chief Executive Officer, following the upcoming departure of the institution’s founding CEO, Dr Nangula Nelulu Uaandja, who will step down at the end of December 2025.
The appointment takes effect on 1 January 2026 and is meant to ensure a smooth leadership transition as the Board prepares to begin the process of recruiting a permanent CEO in the new year.
Ms Hauuanga is no stranger to the institution. She has been part of NIPDB’s executive leadership since 2021, where she has served as Executive for Investor Experience. In this role, she has worked closely with investors and key stakeholders, contributing to efforts aimed at improving Namibia’s investment climate and strengthening confidence in the country as a business destination.
According to the NIPDB Board of Directors, Ms Hauuanga’s experience, institutional knowledge and leadership skills make her well suited to guide the organisation during this interim period. The Board has expressed confidence that she will provide continuity and stability while maintaining the organisation’s strategic focus.
Stakeholders and partners have also been encouraged to give Ms Hauuanga the same level of cooperation and support as the NIPDB continues with its mandate of promoting investment and supporting national economic development.
The Board confirmed that the acting appointment is temporary and that a formal recruitment process for a substantive Chief Executive Officer will be initiated early next year.
