PHOTO: The new Erongo RED Board in front row, from left to right: Mr Ismael Kalipi, Mr Johnny Johnson Doeseb (Chairperson), Mr Immanuel !Hanabeb (CEO of Erongo RED). Back row, from left to right: Mr Justy Moses, Mr Davey van Wyk, Mr Wilfried Groenewald, Mr Titus Johannes, Mr Bessel De Klerk, and Ms Selma Shaanika (not pictured).
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Erongo RED has officially marked a new chapter in its governance with the inaugural meeting of its newly appointed Board of Directors, held at the company’s headquarters in Walvis Bay.
The meeting held on Tuesday 31 March brought together all directors representing the company’s shareholders, setting the tone for strategic leadership and oversight. During the session, Chief Executive Officer, Immanuel !Hanabeb, presented a comprehensive overview of the company’s operations. His briefing covered Erongo RED’s background, financial performance, governance framework, community impact, and the responsibilities expected of board members. A key highlight of the meeting was the election of the board’s leadership. Johnny Johnson Doeseb was appointed as Chairperson, while Ismael Kalipi was elected Deputy Chairperson. The full board comprises Selma Shaanika, Davey van Wyk, Justy Moses, Johnny Johnson Doeseb, Wilfried Groenewald, Ismael Kalipi, Bessel de Klerk, Titus Johannes, and CEO Immanuel !Hanabeb, who serves as an ex officio member. In addition, several directors were assigned to lead important board committees.
Selma Shaanika was named Chairperson of the Audit and Risk Committee, Justy Moses will head the Remuneration and Nomination Committee, and Titus Johannes was appointed Chairperson of the Social and Ethics Committee. In his acceptance speech, Doeseb expressed gratitude for the confidence placed in him and emphasised the board’s commitment to strong governance and accountability. He noted that the board aims to provide strategic, policy-driven leadership while fostering a culture of transparency, discipline and results. “We are committed to building a cohesive and high-performing team that delivers on its mandate and ensures quality and affordable service to our customers,” he said. As Erongo RED embarks on this new phase, the company reaffirmed its dedication to reliable service delivery. Management and staff have pledged their support to the new board as it works to strengthen operations and guide the organisation into the future.
Rudi Bowe
