Also known as: governor Dawid Gertze · //Kharas governor Dawid Gertze · Governor of the //Kharas region · ǁKharas Governor Gertze · Kharas governor Dawid Gertze
Governor of //Kharas Region, focused on infrastructure, service delivery, and community engagement across the southern Namibian region.
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Windhoek Observer
Governor Dawid Gertze said the youth desk was created to ensure young people become active participants in development and decision-making
“Speaking at the launch, ||Karas governor Dawid Gertze said the youth desk was created to ensure young people become active participants in development and decision-making processes.”
YOUNG OBSERVER | ǁKaras launches youth desk to boost empowermentWindhoek Observer
Gertze launched the Youth Empowerment Strategic Framework 2026–2029
“During the same event, he also launched the Youth Empowerment Strategic Framework 2026–2029, which will guide youth programmes over the next four years.”
YOUNG OBSERVER | ǁKaras launches youth desk to boost empowermentNew Era
//Kharas governor Dawid Gertze stated that voices reaching his office speak of people wanting to be part of new emerging industries
“//Kharas governor Dawid Gertze acknowledged this shift, stating that the "voices that reach my office speak of people that want to be part of the new emerging industries."”
KVTC: Namibia’s southern energy corridorNew Era
//Kharas governor Dawid Gertze said ACC has laid groundwork but earnest engagement from all stakeholders remains critical
“Delivering his statement, //Kharas governor Dawid Gertze said while the ACC has laid the groundwork, earnest engagement from all stakeholders remains critical.”
ACC consults on anti-corruption strategyNew Era
//Kharas governor Dawid Gertze said the initiative fulfils a promise to uphold the right to accessible healthcare for every citizen
“Also speaking, //Kharas governor Dawid Gertze said the initiative is not merely the opening of a centre but also the fulfilment of a promise to uphold the sanctity of life and the right to accessible healthcare for every citizen in the vast region.”
Keetmans gets dialysis centreThe Namibian
||Kharas governor Dawid Gertze described dialysis unit as transformative moment in region's history
“||Kharas governor Dawid Gertze described the establishment of the dialysis unit as a transformative moment in the region's history.”
Keetmans hospital gets shot in the armNew Era
Governor of the //Kharas region Dawid Gertze said the Cup aligns with the current administration's vision for youth and sport
“Governor of the //Kharas region, Dawid Gertze, said the Cup aligns well with the current administration's vision for youth and sport, describing it as one of the fundamental pillars on which the future will be built.”
Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup heads southNew Era
//Kharas governor Dawid Gertze delivered an address expressing appreciation for the facility
“Delivering his address, //Kharas governor Dawid Gertze could not hide his appreciation.”
Keetmanshoop VTC opens doorsNew Era
Gertze said the South has much to offer and value can be added through engagements
“Gertze, in his contribution, said the South has much to offer and that through engagements and interventions, value can be added to it.”
Amutse pushes for //Kharas local beneficiationNew Era
//Kharas Regional Governor Dawid Gertze bemoaned ill-perceived disrespect of some administrators towards regional political leadership
“In his remarks, //Kharas Regional Governor Dawid Gertze bemoaned the issue of ill-perceived disrespect of some administrators towards the regional political leadership.”
Bury past, focus on future – WitbooiConstruction of a veterinary cordon fence along the Orange River in ||Kharas has started to control a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak that has affected 17 farms since last month; the fence is expected to be completed within four months, and a separate containment zone fence construction is expected to begin this week.
11 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Construction of a veterinary cordon fence along the Orange River in ||Kharas has started to control a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak that has affected 17 farms since last month; the fence is expected to be completed within four months, and a separate containment zone fence construction is expected to begin this week.
11 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Despite the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak affecting the livestock sector, farmers remain required to pay agricultural workers the national minimum wage—N$14 per hour from 1 January, rising to N$18 next year—with no government exemption announced. The Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations says all employers must comply unless officially notified otherwise, though regional authorities are discussing the wage issue as part of developing an outbreak response plan.
4 October 2026 · The Namibian →
//Kharas Governor Dawid Gertze has urged parents, schools, traditional leaders and communities to strengthen child protection and create safe homes, schools and communities where children can learn and develop without violence, abuse or trauma. Speaking at Day of the Namibian Child celebrations in Oranjemund, Gertze said child protection was a shared responsibility requiring cooperation between families, schools, communities, law enforcement, social workers and civil society.
1 October 2026 · Informanté →
Kharas governor Dawid Gertze says newly established artificial intelligence tutoring laboratories at Angra Pequena Senior Secondary School bridge the gap between classroom learning and modern industry. BW Kudu and Namibian Ports Authority injected N$1.5 million into the facility, which runs on the Yyeni AI learning platform.
27 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Nokubiko Investment, redeveloping the historic Kapps a Kubata Loft Hotel in Lüderitz, is establishing off-take agreements with local farmers to source produce directly while supporting the farming community and young people ahead of the hotel's reopening in the first quarter of 2027.
14 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Governor Eugenia Moche launched a regional tour beginning in Ariamsvlei on 10 August 2026 to strengthen government and community engagement, monitor development projects, and ensure accountability in service delivery. The delegation met with residents to address concerns including sewer networks, waste management, land allocation, and border issues, while also inspecting infrastructure and observing veterinary control measures for Foot-and-Mouth Disease.
15 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Ariamsvlei is set to receive approximately N$4 million in development interventions under the //Kharas Regional Council's 2026/2027 Procurement Plan, announced during a regional tour by //Kharas Governor Dawid Gertze. The projects include machinery for road maintenance and fire brigade equipment to address infrastructure, service delivery, and emergency preparedness needs.
14 August 2026 · New Era →
Governor Eugenia Moche and officials launched a regional tour in //Kharas starting in Ariamsvlei on 10 August 2026 to strengthen government and community engagement, monitor development projects, and address community concerns ranging from sewer networks and waste management to land allocation. The delegation also visited the Ariamsvlei Border Post and Location 64, and observed veterinary services demonstrations on Foot-and-Mouth Disease control.
13 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
//Kharas Regional Governor Dawid Gertze will conduct a series of community engagement and information-sharing sessions across the region from 10 August to 4 September 2026, including town hall meetings and site visits to discuss government programmes, services, and development projects.
3 August 2026 · Informanté →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
//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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
||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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →