A government minister just blasted bureaucrats for caring more about their job titles than actual work. James Sankwasa, the urban development minister, called out regional and local council members during a workshop in Rundu. He told officials they would not be fired for simply doing their duties correctly, insisting accountability forms the core of proper governance.
Sankwasa stressed that council members serve the public, not their political parties. He referenced a major national housing goal, questioning how leaders would help meet construction targets. The minister warned he must answer for these results himself.
He demanded a shift away from prioritizing status and party affiliation. Acceptable personal conduct and honorable actions should define leadership, according to his statement. Sankwasa concluded by emphasizing that internal politics must be set aside for effective service delivery.
Sankwasa stressed that council members serve the public, not their political parties. He referenced a major national housing goal, questioning how leaders would help meet construction targets. The minister warned he must answer for these results himself.
He demanded a shift away from prioritizing status and party affiliation. Acceptable personal conduct and honorable actions should define leadership, according to his statement. Sankwasa concluded by emphasizing that internal politics must be set aside for effective service delivery.
