Disciplinary case opened against former Meatco acting chief executive
Patrick Liebenberg, the former acting chief executive of the Meat Corporation of Namibia, is facing 26 disciplinary charges linked to allegations of financial misconduct and missing livestock.
The case centres on claims that more than N$5.5 million was misappropriated during his time in the top position at Meatco, a key player in Namibia’s meat industry.
Allegations include misuse of funds and cattle unaccounted for
According to the information reported, the disciplinary charges include accusations that funds exceeding N$5.5 million were improperly handled.
The matter also involves allegations that cattle were missing, raising questions about controls and record keeping related to livestock.
No further details on how the alleged losses occurred were provided in the source report.
What is known so far
The reported action is a disciplinary process, and the accusations listed are not findings of guilt.
Liebenberg is identified as the former acting chief executive, indicating he served in an interim leadership role at the state linked meat corporation.
AllAfrica reported the development on March 10, 2026.