Austin Elindi and Connie Van Wyk denied bail in Namcor-Enercon fraud case

Connie Van Wyk, an Enercon executive, and Austin Elindi (31), owner of Erongo Petroleum CC and son of Peter Elindi – also an accused in the Namcor-Enercon scandal –were denied bail yesterday during their first appearance yesterday in the Windhoek Magistrate's Court before magistrate Jurina Hochobes.The duo are accused of involvement in a fuel supply scheme in which Enercon allegedly continued receiving petroleum products from Namcor despite exceeding a N$15 million credit limit.According to the State, represented by prosecutor Menencia Hinda, intricate payment arrangements were orchestrated involving the use of front companies and fictitious invoicing. Additionally, there was alleged manipulation of internal systems to facilitate these transactions. These coordinated actions reportedly enabled the unlawful supply of fuel, which resulted in outstanding debts exceeding N$100 million to Namcor. “Austin Helao Elindi, owner of Erongo Petroleum CC, is charged with fraud and theft for allegedly falsely claiming payment of over N$238 million worth of fuel from Namcor when no such payment was made," the prosecution stated.“He is also accused of making corrupt payments, including N$500 000 to Namcor executive Jennifer Hamukwaya to approve fuel supplies without payment and N$10 000 to Namcor manager Olivia Dunaiski to release fuel despite exceeding the company’s credit limit," the State said.Ongoing investigation Furthermore, Elindi is charged with conspiracy, having allegedly collaborated with representatives from Eco Trading and Quality Meat Supplies to unlawfully access fuel from Namcor through corrupt schemes.Van Wyk, on the other hand, allegedly in his capacity as an executive at Eco Fuel Investment CC, faces charges of dealing with gratification after reportedly receiving N$1.5 million from Enercon Namibia. “This sum was delivered in two instalments – N$700 000 and N$800 000 – and is believed to be linked to misappropriated funds from Namcor fuel transactions," the State said.The State opposed bail and proposed that the pair be remanded at the Windhoek Correctional Facility alongside the eight other accused to, among other things, prevent any interference with ongoing investigations. Austin Elindi is represented by Jacky Hamunyela, while Van Wyk is represented by Pieter Greylink.The two were arrested on Monday by Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) officials in connection with the Namcor–Enercon fuel case, which has already seen several individuals taken into custody. These include Peter and Malakia Elindi, Jennifer and Panduleni Hamukwaya, Olivia Dunaiski, Cornelius Willemse, and Leo Nandago. Last week, Malakia’s wife, Lydia Elindi, was granted bail of N$50 000 after the State withdrew its objection to her application.rita@nmh-hub.com.na

Austin Elindi and Connie Van Wyk denied bail in Namcor-Enercon fraud case

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Namibian Sun 2026-02-04

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Austin Elindi and Connie Van Wyk denied bail in Namcor-Enercon fraud case

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