Lidwina Ndeshimona Shapwa

Lidwina Ndeshimona Shapwa is a Namibian legal expert and politician who served Namibia in various capacities. She was born on February 7, 1962, in Outapi, Omusati region in Namibia.

Education Shapwa educational background ranges from obtaining a Master of Laws (LLM) in Maritime Law from the Maritime Law Institute in Malta, a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with Honours from the University of Warwick in the UK, and a Diploma in Development from the same institution. She also obtained a Diploma in Development Studies from the United Nations Institute for Namibia.

Shapwa's dedication and hard work earned her a position in the National Assembly as Deputy Minister of Justice in 2019, where she served until 2020. She is currently serving as the National Disability Council of Namibia Board of Directors' chairperson.

Shapwa served in the National Assembly from 2015 until 2020 as a member of SWAPO.

Shapwa's expertise in law and her passion for social justice make her an important figure in Namibian politics. She has dedicated her career to serving her country and advocating for those who are most in need. Her contributions to public service and her commitment to advancing the cause of justice have earned her widespread respect and admiration.