Iyambo appointed Gambling Board chairperson
Eliaser Iyambo, Deputy Chief of Operations at Windhoek City Police, has been appointed chairperson of the Gambling Board of Namibia for a three-year term.Summary
Eliaser Iyambo, Deputy Chief of Operations at the Windhoek City Police Service, has been appointed chairperson of the Gambling Board of Namibia for a three-year term from November 2026 to October 2029. He brings over 26 years of experience in law enforcement, public safety, criminal justice, legal practice, and corporate governance. Since October 2023, he has served as deputy at the Windhoek City Police Service, overseeing five operational departments including Crime Prevention and Property Protection. His career includes service as a detective in the Namibian Police Force's Criminal Investigation Department, investigating major crimes such as fraud, homicide, and financial misconduct. He holds a Bachelor of Laws (Honours), a Bachelor's Degree in Forensic Investigation, a Master of Business Administration in Blockchain Management, and a Certificate in Corporate Governance. Anastasia Siteketa will serve as his deputy, with board members Tudiminapo Shindume, Rachel Mundilo, Dr Penehafo Shindume, and Dr Elsie Hindjou. Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism Indileni Daniel urged the newly appointed Gambling Board and Namibia Wildlife Resorts boards to uphold transparency, accountability, and innovation, emphasizing national development and sustainable solutions. The NWR board is chaired by Heroldt Urib, with Tobias Mbako as deputy chairperson, and members Loide Amadhila, Elini Renton, Immanuel Mushokabanji, and Jamie-Lee Nels. Both boards will serve three-year terms from November 2026 to October 2029.
(Source：Neweralive)