15th September 2026  /  EAGLE FM

“The Broken Contract”

The N$123 million veterinary cordon fence tender goes to court. China Jiangxi, the highest-ranked bidder, is suing — alleging the process was “symptomatic of corruption and at best malfeasance.” We break down Sections 33 and 54(1)(g) of the Public Procurement Act — the two provisions that allowed a competitive tender to be cancelled and awarded to a failed bidder on the same day. Plus: 200 medical students rejected by NSFAF because medicine is “not a priority,” while Otjiwarongo State Hospital has 8 of 40 doctor posts filled. One question: who holds power accountable?