Aktofel Ndengu Nambahu | |
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| Born | 1969 Namibia (then South-West Africa, South Africa) |
| Allegiance |  Namibia |
| Service | Namibian Army |
| Years of service | 1980's - Present |
| Rank |  Major general |
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| Battles / wars | Namibian War of Independence |
Major General Aktofel Nambahu born 1969 is a Namibian military officer who is currently serving as commander of the Namibian army. He was appointed the commander of the Namibian army on 29 December 2022. [2] [3]
Nambahu's military career began in 1980's when he joined the People's Liberation Army of Namibia (PLAN) in exile participating in the liberation struggle. In July 1990 he was repatriated to Namibia under the UNTAG programme and began his career in the Namibian Army. In the Army he served in the Provost corps as an officer. He has participated in two United Nations Missions namely United Nations Mission in Ethiopia and Eritrea and the United Nations Operation in Côte d'Ivoire as a staff officer. As a Brigadier General he served as exercise director for "Exercise Khan Strike II", [4] Whilst Serving as General Officer Commanding 12 Motorised Infantry Brigade. He Rose through the officer corp ranks eventually being promoted to Major General and appointed as Army Commander.
