Erasmus Shalihaxwe
The Editors’ Forum of Namibia (EFN) has appointed Sadrag Panduleni Shihomeka as the new Media Ombudsman. His term runs from 23 July 2025 to 22 July 2028.
EFN secretary general Selma Ikela announced the appointment on Thursday, following an extraordinary general meeting held on 18 July 2025. Shihomeka takes over from John Nakuta, whose term ended on 30 June 2025 after serving for seven years and 10 months.
“Dr Shihomeka is currently a senior lecturer in Journalism and Media Technology at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), where he teaches modules including Corporate Public Relations,” said Ikela.
EFN also elected eight panellists to serve on the Media Complaints Committee for the same term. Four represent the public: Maria Uushona, Johan Coetzee, Naita Hishoono, and Shoki Kandjimi.
The four representing the media are Lazarus Amukeshe, Lischen Khachas, Shelleygan Petersen, and Penda Jonas Hashoongo.
The newly elected EFN executive committee includes Toivo Ndjebela as chairperson, Ester Mbathera as deputy chairperson, Jeaneth Haipare as treasurer, and Gerald Johr as a committee member. Ikela remains secretary general, and Elizabeth M’ule continues as coordinator.
