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Ebson Uanguta Appointed Governor of Bank of Namibia

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah appointed Mr. Ebson Uanguta as the 7th Governor of the Bank of Namibia on 19 December 2025 for a five-year term commencing 1 January 2026. Uanguta succeeds the previous Governor, bringing nearly thirty years of central banking experience, including roles as Economist, Senior Economist, Director of Research, and Deputy Governor. His appointment comes as the Bank advances payments modernisation, financial market deepening, and reserve diversification under its 2025-2027 Strategic Plan.