Khomas Region

Cunene delegation visits Khomas region

The Khomas Region and Angola's Cunene Province are exploring avenues for cooperation to address shared challenges faced by their local authorities. This initiative is part of a week-long visit by a delegation from Cunene Province, aimed at establishing a twinning agreement between the two regions. The proposed partnership seeks to foster collaboration in sectors such as education, agriculture, healthcare, waste management, and housing. By pooling resources and expertise, the regions […]

21 January, 2025

Namibia

Wheelchair Outreach Program to commence in /Khomas Region

The Deputy Minister of Disability Affairs has announced an outreach program for wheelchair users in the /Khomas Region, starting tomorrow, January 17. Asser /Uiseb from the office of the Deputy Minister of Disability Affairs adds that those needing a wheelchair or replacement are urged to register at the Disability Resource Centre in Okuryangava by today, 16 January at 3:00 PM. Registration requires the user’s name, contact details, and physical address. […]

16 January, 2025

Namibia

Rehoboth Expands Boundaries to Foster Growth and Development

The Urban and Rural Development ministry has expanded Rehoboth's municipal boundaries by incorporating land from the Khomas Region, aimed at enhancing economic and property development opportunities. The newly included areas are situated near the B1 road and will host projects submitted by Sandwerf One and Two Investments (Pty) Ltd, specializing in agri-tourism and residential development. Desiree Pieters is the town council's PRO:

9 January, 2025

Namibia

Police Seek Help to Trace Wanted Suspects

The Police in the Khomas Region are appealing for public assistance to locate four suspects linked to vehicle theft and related crimes. The wanted individuals include Roberto Martin Talaia, Piet Indongo, David Haufiku Erastus, Sean Van Wyk, and Henghono Maliki. Warrants for their apprehension have been issued by the courts, but efforts to locate them have so far been unsuccessful. The public is encouraged to report any information […]

20 December, 2024

Namibia

Financial Struggles Worsen as State Support and Shack Dwellings Increase

About 25% of Namibians earning an income spend only N$521 monthly, while 90% cannot afford more than N$5,000, reflecting widespread financial struggles, according to Cirrus Capital. State support sustains nearly a quarter of households, with drought relief beneficiaries doubling to 364,927 in 2024. Shack dwellers now make up 28.7% of households, tripling since 2011 to 217,000, especially in the Khomas region. Rising inflation and declining self-sourced income have worsened inequality […]

19 December, 2024

Nam Elections 2024

/Khomas Police Gear Up For Elections

With Wednesday 27 November being marked as the day for the Presidential and National Assembly elections, preparations are underway to ensure public safety and a well-executed day for these activities across the country. From the /Khomas region's police is Deputy Commissioner Crispin Mubebo:

25 November, 2024

Local

Empowering Women Micro-Entrepreneurs through Digital Literacy: HP-GSB Completes Successful Training Programme

Last week, the Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business (HP-GSB), in partnership with the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare (MGEPESW), successfully concluded a four-day Digital Literacy Training Programme for women micro-entrepreneurs. The training, held in the Khomas Region, is part of the EntreprenHer Programme, an initiative focused on fostering the growth of women-owned businesses through essential skills development. The programme is a component of Phase […]

12 November, 2024

Namibia

Government promotes sustainable water use in Khomas

The Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform has started a campaign in the Khomas Region, to raise awareness about managing water resources. This as the Water Resources Management Act, which began on 29 August 2023, and will be implemented by February 2025. Ministry spokesperson, Simon Nghipandulwa.

31 October, 2024

Business / Economics

Central Procurement Board Awards Over N$3.2 Billion in Projects

The Central Procurement Board has awarded 164 projects totaling more than N$3.2 billion during the first half of the year. At a media briefing in Windhoek, it was disclosed that 91 projects are progressing well, while 16 are significantly delayed, three have been terminated, and 31 are awaiting status updates. Acting Executive for public procurement management, Immanuel Kambinda. The |Khomas Region received the highest contract value at over N$4 billion, […]

24 October, 2024