City of Windhoek Archives - Page 5 of 14

Windhoek Activist Warns Against Secret Renewal of Redforce Contract

Windhoek residents and ratepayers, activist Shaun Gariseb has issued a reminder that Redforce's contract with the City of Windhoek is set to expire on November 21, 2024. He warns against any hidden renewal plans, noting that the Anti-Corruption Commission has yet to release its report on Redforce’s initial appointment, which he claims lacked due process and council resolution.

30 October, 2024

Namibia

Windhoek City Police Boost Security with Donation of 10 CCTV Cameras

The City of Windhoek has received a donation of 10 CCTV cameras from the Khomas Regional Council, aimed at enhancing safety for residents in various constituencies. The cameras will be handed over to the City Police Department for operations and maintenance, and will be strategically installed in identified crime hotspots in collaboration with constituency offices. Monitored from the Windhoek City Police Command and Dispatch Centre, the cameras will facilitate a […]

28 October, 2024

Namibia

Katutura Residents Threaten Strike Over Windhoek’s Rate Increase

The Katutura Residents Committee has threatened to strike in response to the City of Windhoek's recent 5% rate hike. Committee spokesperson Shaun Gariseb expressed growing frustration among residents, who feel ignored and exploited by city leadership. The stark warning comes after the City of Windhoek announced on Tuesday that municipal tariffs, including water, rates and taxes, sewage, and waste management, would increase by 5% as of 1 October. Residents […]

25 October, 2024

Namibia

City of Windhoek Clarifies Misleading Claims on District Hospital Land Sale

The City of Windhoek has responded to recent inaccurate reports alleging that land allocated for the Windhoek District Hospital is being sold. An article published in the Windhoek Observer on October 24, suggested that CoW was transferring this land to a private entity and insinuated that the Ministry of Health and Social Services misled the public during a recent groundbreaking ceremony. In its response, the City clarified the facts regarding […]

25 October, 2024

Local

City of Windhoek Addresses Misleading Reports Regarding Hospital Land

The City of Windhoek (CoW) has clarified misleading reports that claimed it is selling land designated for the Windhoek District Hospital. In an article titled "CoW Puts Windhoek District Hospital Land on Sale," published in the Windhoek Observer on 24 October 2024, inaccuracies may have caused confusion among the public. The article incorrectly suggests that the CoW is selling land allocated for the construction of a District Hospital to […]

25 October, 2024

Oshiwambo

Muni wa Windhoek awedelako komayakulo aye

Elelo loshilando sha Windhoek ola shiivifa talikawedelako koifutifa yomayakulo aayo. Omukanda oo watuminwa oikundaneki okudja kelelo loshilando sha Windhoek oshivike eeshi owati , omawedelo omayakulo a Muni otaa wedwa nee 5% osho tashi katulwa moilonga okudja mefiku 1st October 2024. Omukanda owati komayakulo oo awedelwa ongaashi omeva, rates no taxes, omayakulo eenele domeva onyata, oshoyo omayakulo oyeekelwashi. Elelo loshilando taliyelifa momukanda kutya eendado tadi katulwapo dipe oda tulwa moilonga sha […]

24 October, 2024

Namibia

Windhoek hikes service tariffs by 5%

The Municipal Council of Windhoek has implemented a 5% tariff increase on essential services, including water, rates and taxes, sewerage, and waste management effective 1 October 2024. This decision followed a comprehensive review and approval process by the Council. Here's City of Windhoek spokesperson, Cillie Kapolo with more.

23 October, 2024

Business / Economics

Windhoek Approves 1,423 Building Plans in this year Despite Slight Decline in Units

The City of Windhoek has approved 1,423 building plans so far this year, totaling N$1.62 billion, according to the latest data. IJG Securities reports that this reflects a 1.9% decrease of 27 units compared to the same period last year. However, the overall value of the approvals has experienced a notable increase of 56.7%. Here's the local authority's Lydia Amutenya:

21 October, 2024

Oshiwambo

Muni wa Windhoek tayandje omalongopukululo kombinga yomeva, kounona meefikola

Elelo loshilando sha Windhoek onghela ola talelapo ofikola younona ya Pioneerspark Primary School (Parkies) oku yandja omalongopukululo kounona kombinga yefimano leenele domapungulilo omeva. Olopota yapitifwa kelelo loshilando sha Windhoek oya lulika kutya, pefimbo eli elelo loshilando ohalixupile mokumona ekwafo lomeva okudja meendama domeva dili 3 odo pandodo ei, taduulike tadi pwiinine. Ondama ya Swakoppoort ota yuulike yafikama %, Von Bach Dam 11%, oshoyo Omatako Dam yoo tayuulike kutya oyakukuta filu. […]

17 October, 2024