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Dawid Gertze

Also known as: governor Dawid Gertze · //Kharas governor Dawid Gertze · Governor of the //Kharas region · ǁKharas Governor Gertze

Dawid Gertze — Governor of //Kharas Region, overseeing infrastructure, road fund utilization, and youth empowerment initiatives.

2026-01-132026-07-23
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  1. July 2026

  2. The Namibian

    ||Kharas governor Dawid Gertze took office in July 2025

    Source

    “Abed says the desk was established after ||Kharas governor Dawid Gertze took office in July 2025 and officially launched it on 13 May.”

    ||Kharas youth get wings

  3. The Namibian

    Dawid Gertze criticised local authorities for failing to utilise allocated road upgrade funds

    Source

    “Meanwhile, ||Kharas regional governor Dawid Gertze criticised local authorities in the region for failing to utilise allocated funds intended for road upgrades to reduce accidents.”

    Kharas police propose no bail for traffic offences

  4. The Namibian

    ||Kharas governor Dawid Gertze encouraged young people to pursue vocational training and technical careers

    Source

    “||Kharas governor Dawid Gertze at the festival encouraged young people to pursue vocational training and technical careers such as welding, plumbing, electrical work, mechanics, hospitality and heavy machinery operation.”

    Kaikhabe Daman chief calls for unity over rivalry
  5. June 2026

  6. Namibian Sun

    Kharas governor Dawid Gertze has hailed infrastructure and housing development across the region

    Source

    “Kharas governor Dawid Gertze has hailed infrastructure and housing development across the region, saying more than N$600 million in completed, ongoing and planned projects is lay...”

    ||Kharas drives N$600m growth agenda

  7. New Era

    Governor Dawid Gertze raised concern over sluggish procurement processes locking up millions in municipal funds

    Source

    “//Kharas Governor Dawid Gertze has raised concern over the sluggish procurement processes within municipalities and village councils that are locking up millions of dollars that could have been used to actively upgrade roads in the region.”

    Unutilised  RFA funds irk //Kharas

  8. Informanté

    Dawid Gertze urged traditional communities to resolve disputes internally rather than resorting to litigation

    Source

    “THE Governor of the //Kharas Region, Dawid Gertze, has called for unity among traditional communities in the south, urging them to resolve disputes internally rather than resorting to litigation.”

    Gertze urges southern traditional communities to settle disputes without court action

  9. Informanté

    Dawid Gertze has been given a mandate to foster unity among traditional communities in the region

    Source

    “Gertze made these remarks during his State of the Region Address in Keetmanshoop, where he stressed that he has been given a mandate to foster unity among traditional communities in the region.”

    Gertze urges southern traditional communities to settle disputes without court action

  10. Informanté

    Governor Dawid Gertze criticised local authorities for failing to utilise road upgrade funds

    Source

    “THE Governor of the //Kharas Region, Dawid Gertze, has criticised local authorities in the region for failing to utilise allocated funds intended for road upgrades.”

    Gertze slams local authorities in //Kharas Region over low RFA fund utilisation

  11. Informanté

    Dawid Gertze revealed 4,300 criminal cases reported in //Kharas Region from April 2025 to March 2026

    Source

    “From April 2025 to March 2026, a total of 4,300 cases were reported, with a clearance rate of 41%.”

    Over 4,000 criminal cases recorded in //Kharas Region since April 2025

  12. The Namibian

    ||Kharas governor Dawid Gertze welcomed the Namibia CIF plan as critical to green hydrogen development

    Source

    “||Kharas governor Dawid Gertze welcomed the Namibia CIF plan, saying it is a critical component in taking the development of the green hydrogen industry from just plans on paper to real projects that would involve and benefit local communities.”

    Green billions must trickle down to youth
Society

||Kharas governor's youth desk aids region's young people

The News

The ||Kharas governor's youth desk, established in 2025, has assisted young people through leadership and financial literacy training, tertiary applications, scholarships to the Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology, school uniforms, and international exchange opportunities. The desk provides information on development funds and employment opportunities and serves the entire region through local networks.

20 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 20 July

  1. ||Kharas governor's youth desk aids region's young people

    The ||Kharas governor's youth desk, established in 2025, has assisted young people through leadership and financial literacy training, tertiary applications, scholarships to the Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology, school uniforms, and international exchange opportunities. The desk provides information on development funds and employment opportunities and serves the entire region through local networks.

    20 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 14 July

  1. Kharas police propose no bail for fatal traffic offences

    The ||Kharas deputy commissioner has proposed denying bail to traffic law offenders who cause fatal accidents and increasing fines for serious traffic violations from N$4,000 to N$8,000, citing drink-driving as a major contributor to road deaths. The regional governor meanwhile criticized local authorities for spending only about N$12.36 million of a N$29.66 million road maintenance budget.

    14 July 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Kaikhabe Daman chief urges unity over traditional leadership disputes

    Kaikhabe Daman Traditional Community chief Tuvemue Mbaisako has called for an end to long-standing divisions and conflicts over traditional leadership, saying personal ambitions and pride have clouded judgment and intensified disputes over decades. He urged communities to choose dialogue over division and reconciliation over resentment to enable development and peace.

    14 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 25 June

  1. Kharas governor touts N$600m infrastructure and housing projects

    Kharas governor Dawid Gertze has highlighted infrastructure and housing development across the region, citing more than N$600 million in completed, ongoing and planned projects.

    25 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Monday 22 June

  1. Kharas municipalities underutilise Road Fund Administration allocations

    //Kharas Governor Dawid Gertze has raised concern over sluggish procurement processes in local authorities that are locking up millions of dollars in Road Fund Administration monies, with several municipalities and village councils returning a combined N$11.4 million and only 16.7% of N$857,100 allocated for traffic law enforcement being utilised.

    22 June 2026 · New Era →

Friday 19 June

  1. Southern region governor urges traditional communities to resolve disputes internally

    The Governor of //Kharas Region, Dawid Gertze, has called for unity among traditional communities in the south, urging them to resolve disputes internally rather than through court action. He stressed that prolonged court battles are draining scarce resources meant for development and that traditional disputes should be resolved through dialogue, wisdom and reconciliation.

    19 June 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 16 June

  1. //Kharas Governor criticises local authorities on road fund spending

    The Governor of the //Kharas Region, Dawid Gertze, has criticised local authorities for failing to utilise allocated Road Fund Administration funds, noting that out of N$29.66 million earmarked for road maintenance, only N$12.36 million was spent, resulting in an expenditure rate of below 50%. He called on underperforming municipalities and village councils to streamline their procurement processes, pointing out that several authorities including Lüderitz, Karasburg, and all village councils spent none of their combined N$11.4 million allocation.

    16 June 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 15 June

  1. Over 4,300 criminal cases recorded in //Kharas Region, 41% clearance rate

    The //Kharas Regional Governor reported that 4,300 criminal cases were recorded between April 2025 and March 2026, with a 41% clearance rate. Contributing factors cited include alcohol and drug abuse, poverty, unemployment, and greed, while stock theft, money-laundering, and drug-related crimes were among major offences during the period.

    15 June 2026 · Informanté →

  2. ||Kharas leaders call for green hydrogen jobs for youth

    ||Kharas Regional Council chairperson Gerrit Witbooi says regional leadership wants to see the Climate Investment Fund's green hydrogen projects deliver employment, skills development, and enterprise creation for local young people, particularly in towns such as Lüderitz and Aus.

    15 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 31 May

  1. President absent from Genocide Remembrance Day events

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah did not attend Genocide Remembrance Day events held at Shark Island and in six regions, drawing criticism from political and community leaders, though the vice president attended events in Ohangwena. The president's absence came despite an active public schedule that included attending agricultural and cultural festivals and other state events.

    31 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 27 May

  1. ||Kharas and Hardap regions host unity and development programme

    The ||Kharas and Hardap regions are holding a two-day programme in Lüderitz led by regional governors, bringing together government, traditional authorities, youth, and development partners to promote unity, remembrance, and development ahead of the annual Genocide Remembrance Day commemoration on 28 May. The programme includes a Heritage Meets Development Stakeholder Conference themed "From Genocide to Renaissance," focusing on youth participation, cultural preservation, sustainable development, and inclusive economic growth.

    27 May 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 18 May

  1. Namibia holds Genocide Remembrance in Lüderitz in May 2026

    Lüderitz will host the annual Genocide Remembrance commemoration at Shark Island on 27–28 May 2026, bringing together government leaders, communities and youth to honour victims of the genocide. The event includes a Youth Engagement Session on 27 May aimed at encouraging reflection on history and preserving Namibia's shared heritage.

    18 May 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 15 May

  1. ǁKaras region launches youth desk to boost empowerment

    The ǁKaras region has launched the Governor's Youth Desk and Youth Empowerment Strategic Framework 2026–2029 to strengthen youth participation in governance, skills development and economic empowerment. The initiative, announced at an event in Keetmanshoop attended by over 100 young people, aims to connect youth to opportunities in education, entrepreneurship, leadership and employment.

    15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Vice President reaffirms support for Hyphen green hydrogen project

    Vice President Lucia Witbooi visited the Hyphen green hydrogen project in Lüderitz to reaffirm government support for the initiative and highlight its role in economic transformation, job creation, and sustainable development. The project is structured as a public-private partnership with government holding a 24% stake under a concession agreement signed in June 2023.

    5 May 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 31 March

  1. Keetmanshoop Vocational Centre opens for green energy training

    Namibia inaugurated the N$107 million Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Centre (KVTC) on 19 March 2026, a facility designed to train youth in green hydrogen, oil and gas, solar installation, and water sanitation to support the country's southern energy corridor development. The centre welcomed 253 inaugural trainees, including 101 women, and aims to provide international-standard technical certification to build a home-grown workforce for the region's emerging energy industries.

    31 March 2026 · New Era →

Monday 23 March

  1. ACC gathers input for next anti-corruption strategy plan

    The Anti-Corruption Commission held a consultative workshop in Keetmanshoop with //Kharas regional stakeholders to gather input for the 3rd National Anti-Corruption Strategy and Action Plan for 2026-2030. ACC Director General Paulus Noa emphasized that fighting corruption and promoting ethical values is a collective responsibility requiring preventative measures across all sectors of society.

    23 March 2026 · New Era →

Friday 20 March

  1. Keetmanshoop opens first state dialysis centre

    Keetmanshoop District Hospital has inaugurated a state-of-the-art dialysis facility funded by the Social Security Commission, reducing the need for patients to travel to Windhoek for renal care. Health Minister Luvindao said the centre marks a milestone in advancing accessible healthcare and is part of plans to establish a national kidney transplant service.

    20 March 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 18 March

  1. Keetmanshoop hospital upgraded with new dialysis unit

    The government has inaugurated a N$7.3-million dialysis unit at Keetmanshoop District Hospital and plans to upgrade it to an intermediate facility, reducing the need for patients to travel long distances for treatment. The upgrade is part of a N$16-billion national health systems strengthening programme, with over N$100 million already invested in ||Kharas region health infrastructure since 2023.

    18 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 10 March

  1. 24th Nedbank Newspaper Cup launches for April in Keetmanshoop

    The Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, a national football and netball tournament that has run since 2001, was launched yesterday and will take place from 3–5 April in Keetmanshoop with all 14 regions participating. Officials including Deputy Minister of Sport Dino Ballotti and Netball Namibia President Juanita Witbeen praised the event for promoting youth sports development and discovering talent for national teams.

    10 March 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 17 February

  1. Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Center opens with 138 students

    The Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Center officially opened, enrolling 138 students in eight fields including water supply, mechanical engineering, solar installation, electrical engineering, ICT, welding, logistics, and occupational health and safety. The facility aims to serve qualifying trainees from //Kharas and Hardap regions and support skills development for the region's economic growth.

    17 February 2026 · New Era →

Friday 30 January

  1. Minister calls for local mineral beneficiation in //Kharas region

    Mines and energy minister Modestus Amutse visited //Kharas and urged locals to benefit more from the region's natural resources through value addition and local participation in mining activities. He also warned small miners that Exclusive Prospecting Licences could be revoked if not optimally used, and noted government efforts to expand electricity access.

    30 January 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 14 January

  1. //Kharas leadership calls for unity, service delivery focus

    At the //Kharas Regional Council's 2026 opening, chairperson Gerrit Witbooi urged the council to focus on present and future deliverables rather than past failures, while regional governor Dawid Gertze warned administrators against disrespect, absenteeism, and tardiness, and called for unified work under the Swapo manifesto and NDP6.

    14 January 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 13 January

  1. Kharas launches youth entrepreneurship fund awareness campaign

    The //Kharas Governor's Youth Desk held an awareness session in Keetmanshoop to educate local youth about the National Youth Development Fund, a government initiative supporting youth entrepreneurship and innovation. Participants received guidance on application procedures, business planning fundamentals, and financial literacy, with regional leaders urging youth to transition from job-seeking to job creation.

    13 January 2026 · New Era →

  2. Kharas youth trained on accessing government entrepreneurship fund

    The ||Kharas governor's office held an awareness session at Keetmanshoop to educate youth on the National Youth Development Fund, a government initiative supporting youth entrepreneurship. Participants received training on business planning, financial literacy, eligibility criteria and application procedures, with officials urging young people to become job-creators rather than job-seekers.

    13 January 2026 · The Namibian →

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