Rundu Airport Workers Claim Unfair Dismissal, Safety Concerns Raised. Two workers employed by Tulinavo Investment Company at Rundu Airport allege they were dismissed shortly after speaking to Network Media Hub (NMH) about low wages and unsafe working conditions. The workers, Anthiny Haneb and Abisai Shikalepo, claimed they were earning N$12.25 per hour—below the N$18 minimum wage required for Namibia’s construction sector.
The men also alleged that since the fencing project began last year, the company had not provided them with proper personal protective equipment (PPE). They raised concerns not only about the wages and safety conditions but also claimed that a Botswana national managing the site lacks a valid work permit and intimidates local employees.
The situation reportedly escalated after the interview, with co-workers alleging that one of the two dismissed men attempted to take his own life. Namibian police were called to the site and were present during the incident, though details on the outcome remain limited.
In response, Tulinavo managing member Ndangi Munenguni told NMH that the workers had been asked to wait for a resolution to their complaints. He denied any shortage of safety gear, stating all workers had been issued PPE, and suggested that some might have sold their equipment. Munenguni also noted that all employees signed contracts for a fixed monthly wage of N$2,600.
The incident has drawn attention to alleged labor rights violations and the need for proper oversight on public construction projects. As of now, no formal statement has been issued by the Ministry of Labour or immigration authorities regarding the claims about the site supervisor’s legal status.