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Zambezi Residents Question Government’s Stance on Secessionist Protests, why allowing protest for such matter to place in the first place


Fundo Harris
Fundo Harris

Concerns have emerged from within the Zambezi Region over the Namibian government’s handling of recent demonstrations by secessionist groups. Several residents are questioning why authorities permitted the protest to proceed, despite the movement’s history of advocating for the separation of the region from Namibia.

One resident, identified as Fundo Harris, expressed his frustration on social media, comparing the treatment of secessionist demonstrations with that of anti-poverty protests often organized by activist Michael Amushelelo, which are frequently restricted or blocked. Harris argued that allowing groups that openly challenge Namibia’s territorial integrity to protest, while silencing other civic voices, sends a contradictory message about the government’s priorities.

He further recalled that during the long-running Caprivi high treason trial, state prosecutors repeatedly invoked Article 1 of the Namibian Constitution, which defines Namibia as a unitary state. According to Harris, this principle was used to justify prosecuting individuals accused of plotting secession. He questioned why the same stance appears to be shifting under the current administration.

“The territorial integrity of the country is at stake,” Harris wrote, urging President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to clarify her government’s position on the Zambezi issue. He warned that failing to act decisively could embolden other groups across the country to demand federalism or even independence.

The social media commentary also drew attention to wider political sensitivities, including recent criticisms over ambassadorial appointments, which some Namibians felt favored particular ethnic groups. Harris suggested that perceived government inconsistency on national unity issues could risk fueling tribal tensions and reopening old debates about federalism, once championed by the late Ovaherero leader, Chief Kuaima Riruako.

While acknowledging that the majority of Zambezi residents remain committed to Namibia as a united nation, Harris cautioned that allowing secessionist rallies could inflame divisions among local communities. He warned of the danger of social media exchanges escalating into inter-tribal hostility, stressing that peace and stability should not be compromised.

The Namibian government has yet to issue a formal response addressing these concerns or clarifying its approval process for the demonstration.

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