Farmers at the Hardap Dam Irrigation Scheme are rejoicing and relieved as the Hardap Dam they rely on for irrigation has risen to more than 60% following rains in its catchment area. Late last year, NamWater had to suspend water supply to the farmers’ irrigation plots after the dam’s water level critically dropped to below […]
The government has announced urgent measures to restore road infrastructure following severe damage caused by recent heavy rains. A bridge on the B1 road between Windhoek and Rehoboth suffered extensive damage, which prompted emergency interventions from the Roads Authority. On Monday morning, newly appointed Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi visited the damaged bridge to […]
Kunene Governor Marius Sheya has revived the Build Together Housing programme in Outjo to help address the backlog of over 4,000 residents on the waiting list. Currently, the most affected and needy homeowners are located in the town’s ever-expanding informal settlements. Housing beneficiaries have been extended loans of N$80,000 by the Outjo Municipality to build […]
As Dr. Nangolo Mbumba’s term comes to a close. Young people in Windhoek reflect on his leadership, highlighting both his achievements and challenges. Many praised his courage in leading the nation through two periods of national mourning. “Since taking over from the late Dr. Geingob, obviously Geingob laid a foundation down, a manifesto that […]
Heavy rainfall in the Khomas Region has severely damaged road infrastructure, limiting motorists’ access to their destinations. Some roads are closed due to the rains and independence celebrations. The Windhoek-Rehoboth road is closed at the bridge near the Aris Weighbridge after heavy currents caused significant damage. Large cracks on the road surface pose a […]
21 learners at Udjombala Secondary School in the Ohangwena Region are stranded at the school due to surrounding floodplains. The learners, from distant villages, began camping at the school on the 9th of this month for safety. School principal Fillipine Hauwanga reported late arrivals and absenteeism, which were traced to difficulties crossing flooded areas. […]
The Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorwa, has expressed satisfaction with the country’s road classifications, including tarred, paved, gravel, and hard-to-access roads. However, he emphasized that more work is needed, particularly in remote areas. Mutorwa recently concluded a two-week tour of road construction projects across the country. With his term as minister ending […]
Oshana Region Governor Elia Irimari has warned residents of rising water levels and potential flooding due to heavy rains in Namibia and southern Angola, which have filled the Cuvelai-Etosha Basin. The region, prone to floods because of its open water pans (iishana), is experiencing additional floodwaters from Angola. Irimari urged communities, especially those near […]
NamWater’s latest dam bulletin, released on March 20, reveals a rise in water levels across several major reservoirs. The report, which compares current levels to those recorded on March 17, shows increases in dam storage percentages, particularly at the Hardap, Von Bach, and Swakoppoort dams. The Von Bach Dam’s capacity is nearing 50% as its […]
The Oshana Governor, Elia Irimari, has called on the region’s leadership to redouble their efforts in implementing their five-year strategic plan to realise their development objectives. He made these remarks yesterday, during the strategic review and planning meeting underway in Windhoek. The strategic plan is a roadmap to develop the regional infrastructure and accelerate the […]
