Windhoek residents

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 […]

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Dr. Sam Nujoma

Nujoma’s Remains Lay at Parliament Gardens for Final Tribute

The late Founding Father, Dr. Samuel Daniel Shafiishuna Nujoma, has arrived at Parliament Gardens late yesterday, where his remains layed in state overnight. Throughout the day, mourners gathered to pay their final respects, expressing deep sorrow and appreciation for his contributions to the motherland. Windhoek residents described the moment as both emotional and historic.

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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 […]

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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 […]

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