City of Windhoek

City of Windhoek Clarifies Electricity Disconnection for Resident Eiseb

The City of Windhoek has addressed concerns over the recent electricity disconnection of Petrus Eiseb, stating it was due to unpaid arrears of N$4,300, in line with its Credit Control Policy. The statement issued by the Chief Executive Officer's office says, Eiseb’s account had been overdue for over 60 days before disconnection, but he later benefited from a N$10,000 debt write-off under the 2024 Debt Write-Off exercise. His electricity was […]

28 February, 2025

Namibia

Relocated Otjomuise Residents Struggle with School Access

Residents of Otjomuise, who were relocated to Green Mountain in the Goreangab area due to flash floods, say their children have been out of school for the past two months. As NewsOnOne's Josia Shiweda from One Africa reports, the affected families are urging the City of Windhoek to provide transport to help their children return to school. Catch last night's full bulletin on oneafrica.tv. Weeknights at 7 watch it on […]

26 February, 2025

Namibia

Windhoek Renews Cooperation with Local Authorities

The City of Windhoek has reaffirmed its partnership with various sister local authorities by renewing their memorandum of understanding. The agreement aims to tackle shared challenges and promote collective development efforts. Reporting for One Africa TV’s NewsOnOne, Selma Taapopi. Catch last night's full bulletin on oneafrica.tv. Weeknights at 7 watch it on GoTv 84, DSTv 284 or stream for free on oneafrica.tv

22 February, 2025

Oshiwambo

Ewiliko loshilando sha Windhoek la popifa ovalilafya poshuumbo sho mukokoli

Osheendo sho vanambelewa velelo loshilando sha Windhoek sha kwatelwa komesho kwao eli omunambelewa omukulunhu melelo Moses Matyayi, oshali sha kapopifa koshuumbo shomukokoli President, Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma. Matyayi ota kulopotwa amona omito oku sign membo lo mahekeleko nokwa holola nghene ewiliko loshilando sha Windhoek lili lakumwa kedjepo lomukwateli komesho woshilongo kwali nale, oo tati okwali omuleli ali ena emoniko nouyamba waye waasho aafiila oshiwana oku kwatela komesho omayambulepo a Namibia […]

20 February, 2025

Namibia

McLeod-Katjirua Denies Preferential Treatment To One Africa Tv

Khomas Governor Laura McLeod-Katjirua has refuted allegations of receiving special treatment in settling her municipal bill with the City of Windhoek. She explained that she only engaged the municipality after her water supply was cut off due to an outstanding debt of N$27,000. One Africa Tv NewsOnOne's Ketemba Tjipepa reports:

17 February, 2025

Namibia

Windhoek Residents Decry Unfair Billing Practices as Governor’s Debt Mysteriously Reduced

Windhoek residents continue to face inconsistencies in municipal billing, with some accounts swiftly adjusted while others endure aggressive debt collection. A recent case involving a Governor saw their N$24,000 bill reduced to N$700, raising concerns over preferential treatment. Meanwhile, social activist Shaun Asprilla Gariseb has accused Redforce Debt Management of operating without proper documentation, urging residents to resist alleged unfair practices. Calls for accountability grow as frustrations over the city’s […]

13 February, 2025

Interview Transcripts

Ratepayers’ Struggle: The City of Windhoek’s Selective Billing and Redforce’s Questionable Practices

By Leonard Witbeen Windhoek residents continue to face inconsistent and seemingly unfair treatment regarding municipal bills, with some accounts being swiftly rectified while others suffer at the hands of aggressive debt collectors. A recent case involving a prominent Governor highlights the glaring disparities in how the City of Windhoek (CoW) and Redforce Debt Management handle ratepayers. A Governor’s Bill Magically Reduced A Governor who owns property in Windhoek recently discovered […]

13 February, 2025

Interview Transcripts

Lydia Amutenya Responds to Redforce Allegations

Windhoek, February 13, 2025 City of Windhoek spokesperson Lydia Amutenya has dismissed allegations of irregularities in the municipality’s dealings with Redforce Debt Management, stating that no evidence has been provided to substantiate the claims. Speaking in response to recent concerns raised by residents and activists, Amutenya emphasized that account holders who require clarification regarding their municipal bills should contact the City of Windhoek’s customer service center at 061-290-3377 or email […]

13 February, 2025

Oshiwambo

Eulikilo lo movie kwali lanuninwa efiku lo Valentine la kalekwa omolwo efyo lo mukokoli

Elelo lo shilando sha Windhoek ola yandja elombwelo opo omaulikilo o Movie yanuninwa kwali oufiku wo Valentine likalekwe. Elombwelo ola yadjwa opo kuyandjwe efimaneko omolwo efyo lomukokoli woshilongo, Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma. Euliko lo movie okwali lina oku kalako ngeno metitano mongula lo 14 February 2025, osho kwali shina oku ningilwa po Zoo Park mepandavanda lo Independence Avenue. Omukanda welelo loshilando owati etokolo olakufwa opo kufikamwe moukwao wananghali, pefimbo oshilongo […]

13 February, 2025