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This study investigated the relationship between organisational culture and the ethical behaviour of employees in Namibia, specifically within the Zambezi Region. In the past years, Namibia has been facing a significant challenge related to organisational culture and ethical behaviour of employees. A mixed-methods approach was used for the present study. The study sample targets 350 employees from different ministries and other private organisations in Namibia, as well as 6 focus groups. A research tool in the form of a closed-ended questionnaire and focus group interview was used to collect data that was analysed through SPSS and thematically manually. The Study found that there is a significant gap between organisational culture and ethical behaviour of employees from different organisations or sectors of Namibia. The findings also highlighted a strong connection between an organisation’s cultural framework and the ethical decisions of its employees. To effectively apply the organisational culture and ethical behaviour framework in the Zambezi Region, several recommendations are proposed. First, the framework should be tailored to align with the sociocultural realities of the region, integrating traditional practices into modern ethical standards to ensure greater acceptance and smoother implementation. Leadership commitment must also be strengthened, with leaders at all levels actively modelling ethical behaviour and taking part in regular training and accountability measures. Their actions set the tone for employees and influence the framework’s success.