Windhoek ,December 19–President of the Republic of Namibia, Her Excellency Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah,
has appointed Mr. Ebson Uanguta as Governor of the Bank of Namibia, with effect
from 1 January 2026, for a period of five (5) years. Mr. Uanguta succeeds Dr. Johannes
!Gawaxab, the outgoing Governor of the Bank of Namibia.
Prior to his appointment as Governor, Mr. Uanguta has served as Deputy Governor ofthe Bank of Namibia since 1 January 2012, during which time he contributed to the
Bank’s policy formulation, governance, and oversight functions.
The appointment is made in terms of Article 32 (4) (b) (bb) of the Constitution of theRepublic of Namibia, read together with Section 6 (1) of the Public Service Commission
Act, 1990 (Act No. 2 of 1990), as well as Sections 19 (3) and 21 of the Bank of Namibia
Act, 2020 (Act No. 1 of 2020).
In conveying the appointment, President Nandi-Ndaitwah expressed confidence in Mr.Uanguta’s ability to execute his duties with professionalism, commitment, fairness,
integrity, and loyalty to the Constitution and the laws of the Republic of Namibia, whileupholding the mandate of the Bank of Namibia.The President further wished Mr. Uanguta every success in the execution of his responsibilities and expressed trust that he will serve the Republic of Namibia with distinction.
The Bank of Namibia plays a central role in safeguarding monetary and financialstability, maintaining a sound financial system, and supporting sustainable economic
development. Mr. Uanguta’s appointment comes at a time when the country continuesto consolidate economic stability and strengthen financial governance.
