John Musialela Likando

John Musialela Likando (born 11 March, 1977) is a Namibian politician.[1] He currently serving as the Kabbe South constituency councillor.[2] Likando is also a member of parliament (MP) in the National Council representing Kabbe South.[3]

Early life and education

Likando is a qualified electrical technician and received his education Polytechnic of Namibia, currently known as the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST). He also holds a High Certificate in Public Relations from MidRand University and a Certificate in Project Planning and Management, while studying for a B.Com. at the University of South Africa (UNISA).[1]

Political career

Before entering politics, Likando worked as a civil contractor and project manager in technical fields. From 2006 to 2012, Likando served as the longest serving Mayor of Katima Mulilo.

In the 2015 regional elections, he won and became the local councillor of Kabbe South Constituency, representing the South West Africa People's Organisation (SWAPO). He was re-elected as a regional councillor in 2020, allowing him to serve two terms (10 years).

In 2024, at the South West Africa People's Organization (SWAPO) elective congress, Likando was added to the party’s candidate list for the National Assembly of Namibia, with his entry scheduled for 21 March 2025.

According to Namibian electoral regulations, his designation as a candidate requires him to resign from his current position before 21 March, thereby creating a vacancy in his constituency. This vacancy will trigger a by-election within 90 days.[4]

References

  1. ^ a b "Likando, John Musialela". Namibian Parliament. Retrieved 2025-03-03.
  2. ^ "Office of the Chairperson - Zambezirc - Portal Ariel". Zambezirc. Archived from the original on 2024-07-14. Retrieved 2025-03-03.
  3. ^ Namibian, The (2019-05-20). "Likando concerned with railway line construction delays". The Namibian. Retrieved 2025-03-03.
  4. ^ Agency, Namibia Press (2025-03-03). "Likando preparing a 'decade legacy report'". The Namibian. Retrieved 2025-03-03.
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