Erongo REDis giving awayN$1,000 in electricity vouchers to five lucky customers
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“Erongo RED is giving away N$1,000 in electricity vouchers to five lucky customers who will take a few minutes to complete a public perception survey.”
Erongo REDhas launchedinitiative to gather honest feedback from those it serves
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“The regional electricity distributor has launched the initiative to gather honest feedback from those it serves, promising that the findings will shape how it delivers services, communicates with communities, and responds to customer needs in the Erongo Region.”
Erongo REDwas commended by Kröhne forsuccessfully delivering the substation
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“She commended NamPower, Erongo RED, contractors, engineers and project partners for successfully delivering the substation and reaffirmed the government's commitment to expanding access to reliable, affordable and sustainable electricity across Namibia.”
Erongo Redwill be served bySekelduin Substation as a key supply point
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“Haulofu said Sekelduin Substation will serve as a key supply point for Swakopmund and Tamarisk substations, the NamWater South bulk water scheme feeding Husab Mine, and the Erongo Red distribution network.”
Erongo REDis jointly funding with NamPowerthe 220/66kV Erongo Substation at an estimated cost of N$170 million
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“In the Erongo Region, NamPower and Erongo RED are jointly funding the 220/66kV Erongo Substation at an estimated cost of N$170 million to increase and stabilise electricity supply in one of Namibia's fastest-growing economic regions.”
Erongo Redannouncedplanned power outage on 21 May and 1 June for maintenance work
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“The Erongo Red has announced that residents and businesses connected to the Ruby 11kV network will experience a planned power outage on 21 May and 1 June to allow the power utility Nampower to carry out maintenance work on the infrastructure.”
Erongo Redhas providedsupport to Erongo regional netball team
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“We've had great support from institutions like Erongo Red, the Erongo Regional Council, the Office of the Governor, and the directorate of education in the past.”
Erongo RedinvestedN$600 000 over the past two years
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“Erongo Red invested N$600 000 over the past two years, while Namibia Fish Consumption pledged N$50 000 annually until the completion of the school hall.”
Deputy Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy Gaudentia Kröhne has called for affordable and reliable electricity to drive Namibia's industrial growth, speaking at the launch of NamPower's Integrated Strategic Business Plan 2026–2030.
Deputy Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy Gaudentia Kröhne has called for affordable and reliable electricity to drive Namibia's industrial growth, speaking at the launch of NamPower's Integrated Strategic Business Plan 2026–2030.
Erongo RED has launched a public awareness campaign to mobilise communities across the region to help combat copper cable theft, warning that the crime continues.
Erongo RED is offering N$1,000 in electricity vouchers to five customers who complete a public perception survey. The survey seeks feedback on the distributor's service delivery, communication, pricing, renewable energy efforts, and staff performance.
NamPower has inaugurated a N$394 million Sekelduin Substation in Swakopmund to improve electricity supply reliability in the Erongo region, increase capacity for households, businesses, mining and tourism, and reduce power interruptions. Deputy minister Kröhne said the project strengthens energy security and supports economic development objectives outlined in the Sixth National Development Plan.
NamPower is rolling out a multibillion-dollar transmission expansion programme to strengthen Namibia's electricity network and meet growing demand. The Sekelduin Substation, a N$394 million project built between July 2021 and March 2023, was inaugurated this month and is described as the first digital substation in Africa.
NamPower is implementing major electricity transmission projects to strengthen Namibia's power grid and support economic growth, including the N$2 billion 400kV Auas-Kokerboom Transmission Line expected to be commissioned in the second half of 2028.
The Namibia Water Corporation has announced planned power outages on 21 May 2026 (08:30–17:30) and 1 June 2026 (08:00–17:00) due to NamPower maintenance work on the Ruby 11kV network and Sekelduin 2 line, which will suspend water supply operations at the Ruby Intake Station for approximately eight hours each day. NamWater and Walvis Bay Municipality are working to keep reservoirs at full supply to mitigate the impact, and residents are urged to use water sparingly.
Erongo Red has announced planned power outages on 21 May (08H30–17H30) and 1 June (08H00–17H00) affecting the Ruby 11kV network in areas including Namwater, the airport, Rooibank, NDF Military Base, Dune 7, and Clean Energy to allow NamPower to conduct infrastructure maintenance.
Erongo's regional netball team is aiming to improve on last year's showing at the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, with team manager Mathilde Nicolo emphasizing focus on youth development, structured training, and reaching the knockout stages. The squad features mostly new players and has received support from regional institutions and government, though Nicolo appeals for backing from local businesses.
The business community, coastal residents and former learners of Kuisebmond Secondary School raised N$2.5 million at a gala dinner toward completing a school hall project delayed since 2012 by financial constraints. Prime Minister Elia Ngurare attended and emphasized the importance of education investment and the need for learners to take their studies seriously.