Sankwasa’s remarks spark media fr...

Sankwasa’s remarks spark media freedom and accountability concerns

Desert FM 95.3 by Desert FM 95.3
Jan 27, 2026
09:09

Episode notes

Urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa is under fire following alleged xenophobic remarks directed at The Namibian journalist Tracy Tafirenyika after she reported on his unpaid NamWater bill.

Speaking on Desert FM, NMT Foundation executive director Zoe Titus weighs in on the implications for media freedom, accountability, and democratic norms in Namibia.