Aktofel Nambahu
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-currently |
| Rank |  Major general |
| Commands held |
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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]
Career[edit]
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. He Rose through the rank enventually being promoted to Major General. 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.
Honours and decorations[edit]
NDF Campaign Medal- NDF 10 years service medal
UNMIL Peacekeeping medal- UNMIL Peacekeeping medal
Namibian Army Pioneer Medal
Army Ten Years Service Medal
Army Twenty Years Service Medal
NDF Commendation Medal
