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Erongo Regional Council

Also known as: ERC

Erongo Regional Council — regional government administration in Namibia's Erongo region, managing procurement, disability services, and development programmes.

2023-08-162026-06-08
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  1. May 2026

  2. Informanté

    Erongo Regional Council announced that it is conducting an official data-capturing exercise for persons with disabilities in the region

    Source

    “THE Erongo Regional Council has announced that it is conducting an official data-capturing exercise for persons with disabilities in the region.”

    Erongo Regional Council conducts data-capturing exercise for persons with disabilities
  3. April 2026

  4. The Namibian

    Erongo Regional Council chairperson was present to welcome the team at Swakopmund

    Source

    “We already started with our celebration on our arrival at Swakopmund the morning of the 7 April when we were welcomed by our supporters, the governor, the Erongo Regional Council chairperson and the Swakopmund mayor.”

    We worked hard for the Newspaper Cup title – Mouton

  5. New Era

    Erongo Regional Council received a presentation from Green Brine Technologies seeking 25 hectares of land

    Source

    “Assley Kalola, the project coordinator, during a presentation to the Erongo regional council in a bid to acquire 25 hectares of land from the council, said their plan is to combine renewable energy, industrial production and environmental protection.”

    Namibian start-up sets eyes on desalination brine

  6. New Era

    Erongo Regional Council has acknowledged water supply and infrastructure constraints across the region

    Source

    “The Erongo Regional Council has also acknowledged water supply and infrastructure constraints across the region, saying growing demand in both formal and informal settlements is placing existing systems under strain.”

    Omaruru needs N$28m to upgrade informal water

  7. The Namibian

    Erongo Regional Council has acknowledged water supply and infrastructure constraints across the region

    Source

    “The Erongo Regional Council has also acknowledged water supply and infrastructure constraints across the region, saying growing demand in both formal and informal settlements is placing existing systems under strain.”

    Omaruru needs N$28m for better access to water
  8. March 2026

  9. The Namibian

    Erongo Regional Council has provided support to Erongo regional netball team

    Source

    “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 netball eyes stronger performance

  10. The Namibian

    Erongo Regional Council is responsible for managing the regional allocation

    Source

    “The project is being implemented as part of the national N$140-million sport infrastructure programme, with the Erongo Regional Council responsible for managing the regional allocation.”

    Usakos multi-purpose sport facility construction kicks off under N$140m national programme

  11. The Namibian

    Erongo Regional Council owes over N$1 million in unpaid leave days to seven former councillors

    Source

    “Seven former Erongo Regional Council councillors claim the council owes them over N$1 million in unpaid leave days, citing a contradictory government directive.”

    Erongo councillors claim over N$1 million owed in unpaid accrued leave days

  12. The Namibian

    Erongo Regional Council has refused to implement a resolution approving payment for accumulated leave days

    Source

    “The councillors say the regional council has refused to implement a resolution approving payment for their accumulated leave days, pointing to a new government.”

    Erongo councillors claim over N$1 million owed in unpaid accrued leave days
  13. February 2026

  14. New Era

    Erongo Regional Council prioritised TVET project as intervention to reduce unemployment

    Source

    “the new council has prioritised the TVET project as a practical intervention.”

    Omaruru TVET dream nears reality
Politics

Erongo Regional Council launches training to improve procurement capacity

The News

The Erongo Regional Council has launched a five-day procurement training programme aimed at addressing delays and administrative problems affecting project implementation and service delivery. The training brought together members of the procurement management unit, bid evaluation committees and procurement committees to tackle weak procurement capacity and procedural challenges that have delayed projects and affected budget implementation.

21 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 21 May

  1. Erongo Regional Council launches training to improve procurement capacity

    The Erongo Regional Council has launched a five-day procurement training programme aimed at addressing delays and administrative problems affecting project implementation and service delivery. The training brought together members of the procurement management unit, bid evaluation committees and procurement committees to tackle weak procurement capacity and procedural challenges that have delayed projects and affected budget implementation.

    21 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Monday 18 May

  1. Ministry investigates Omaruru double plot allocations and governance failures

    The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development has launched an investigation into Omaruru Municipality over allegations of double plot allocations, governance failures, and irregular accommodation arrangements involving the chief executive, as well as failure to hold regular council meetings. Minister James Sankwasa said some allegations appear valid while others stem from misunderstandings, and an internal audit is pending to determine the scope of the issues.

    18 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 7 May

  1. Erongo Regional Council registers disabled persons for services

    The Erongo Regional Council is conducting a data-capturing exercise for persons with disabilities from 5 to 8 May 2026 to update its regional database and improve the coordination and delivery of programmes for disabled people in the region.

    7 May 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Minister opens computer lab, pledges digital education expansion

    The Education Minister inaugurated a computer laboratory at Petrus !Ganeb Secondary School in Uis, donated by Swakop Uranium Foundation with 20 computers and networking infrastructure. The minister reaffirmed government commitment to digital education through partnerships while acknowledging persistent technology access gaps in rural areas.

    6 May 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 21 April

  1. Erongo under-20 football team wins Nedbank Newspaper Cup

    Erongo's under-20 football team won the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, defeating Kunene 2-1 at Keetmanshoop. Team manager Daniel Mouton attributed the victory to determination, unity, and support from stakeholders including the governor's office.

    21 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 13 April

  1. ErongoRED raises regional electrification rate to 79 percent

    Electricity distributor ErongoRED says it has expanded electrification access across the Erongo region, with a combined urban and rural rate now at about 79%, reflecting steady infrastructure rollouts and projects underway in areas including Harambe, DRC, Karibib and Usakos. The utility is working to align with national development priorities under Vision 2030 while facing challenges including copper theft, which costs about N$5 million annually.

    13 April 2026 · New Era →

  2. Namibian start-up converts desalination brine into industrial chemicals

    Green Brine Technologies, founded in early 2023, aims to turn desalination waste into valuable industrial chemicals using renewable energy, with pilot testing expected this year and full-scale commercialisation targeted for 2029. The company projects creating over 120 permanent jobs by 2029 and contributing up to US$7.2 million in annual tax revenue by 2031.

    13 April 2026 · New Era →

  3. Walvis Bay housing shortage drives soaring electricity consumption

    Rapid population growth and proliferation of informal backyard housing in Walvis Bay have driven electricity consumption to record levels, with the suburb of Kuisebmond alone consuming 54% of Swakopmund's total power use. The municipality faces increasing pressure to provide affordable housing and land, with approximately 23 000 backyard shacks housing 42 000 people and thousands more on waiting lists.

    13 April 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 12 April

  1. Fishing workers petition for jobs after years of unemployment

    Former United Fishing Enterprises workers and others in Namibia's fishing industry have submitted petitions to the Erongo governor, demanding stable employment after years without work since 2018. They cite the pilchard moratorium and quota allocation systems as obstacles to permanent jobs and call for government intervention to create opportunities in the sector.

    12 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 10 April

  1. Omaruru Town Council seeks N$28m for informal water infrastructure

    Omaruru Town Council needs an estimated N$28 million to upgrade water infrastructure in informal settlements, as it faces ageing systems, vandalism of communal water points, and rising demand linked to rapid urbanisation. Recent borehole drilling has stabilised overall water supply, but the council continues to tackle illegal connections and plans phased upgrades of asbestos pipelines while seeking government support.

    10 April 2026 · New Era →

  2. Omaruru needs N$28m to upgrade water infrastructure

    Omaruru Town Council requires an estimated N$28 million to upgrade water infrastructure in informal settlements as it grapples with ageing systems, drought-related challenges, and rapid urbanisation. While recent borehole drilling has stabilised overall supply, the council faces ongoing issues with vandalism, illegal connections, and the need to replace asbestos pipelines, with funding remaining a critical constraint.

    10 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 2 April

  1. Omaruru advances housing, market projects amid infrastructure limits

    The Omaruru Town Council is developing housing, market, and electrification projects to improve living conditions, but faces constraints from land servicing limitations and bulk infrastructure capacity, particularly a reliance on septic systems that restricts town expansion.

    2 April 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 31 March

  1. Erongo netball targets competitive performance at national cup

    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.

    31 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 26 March

  1. Erongo governor urges stronger action for rural development

    Erongo Governor Natalia /Goagoses called for improved living conditions in rural communities at a regional development forum, emphasizing that development policies must translate into real change and address challenges including water scarcity, youth unemployment, and limited farming opportunities. The Regional Council chairperson stressed the importance of partnerships and coordination among government and private sector stakeholders in improving service delivery and creating economic opportunities.

    26 March 2026 · New Era →

Monday 23 March

  1. Erongo governor warns residents against taking democracy for granted

    Erongo governor Natalia /Goagoses cautioned residents at Independence Day celebrations in Karibib not to take democracy for granted, urging all to maintain and safeguard peace and stability. She highlighted regional challenges including water scarcity and pledged to prioritise development funding for youth, women and vulnerable groups, while a liberation war veteran called for policy reform to ensure mineral wealth benefits all citizens.

    23 March 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 15 March

  1. Usakos multi-purpose sport facility construction begins under N$140m programme

    Construction of a multi-purpose sport facility in Usakos has begun as part of the government's N$140-million national sport infrastructure programme directed by the president to develop facilities across all 14 regions. The project will include a football pitch, athletics track, spectator seating and changing rooms, with completion expected to enable the town to host regional sporting tournaments and support youth development.

    15 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 12 March

  1. Omaruru vocational centre opens April with welding training

    The Omaruru Technical Vocational Education and Training centre, housed in Omaruru's 'Yellow Building', will admit its first intake in April and gradually expand programmes over 18 months. The centre will initially offer accredited level 4/N3 welding training and aims to provide vocational education access to learners in rural areas of Erongo region.

    12 March 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 8 March

  1. Seven Erongo councillors claim N$1 million in unpaid leave days

    Seven former Erongo Regional Council councillors claim the council owes them over N$1 million in unpaid accrued leave days, citing a 2022 government directive that allowed leave days to roll over. The council says payment authorisation rests with the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development and it is awaiting formal instruction to pay the remaining 100 leave days owed to each councillor.

    8 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 25 February

  1. Omaruru's first TVET centre opens to boost youth skills

    A Technical Vocational Education and Training centre is expected to open in Omaruru in the coming weeks, providing post-secondary pathways for young people in the constituency and nearby areas. The facility, part of Erongo region's strategic plan, aims to address youth unemployment and equip learners with practical skills aligned to mining, fishing, tourism and agriculture sectors.

    25 February 2026 · New Era →

Friday 20 February

  1. N$2.1bn desalination plant planned in Erongo region

    NamWater and Swakop Uranium will jointly develop a new desalination plant in Erongo, with the government holding a 30% stake and the uranium miner 70%, at a cost of N$2.1 billion based on a 2021 feasibility study. Construction is expected to begin in June 2026 and be completed by mid-2028, adding 20 million cubic metres of water annually to meet growing demand from the mining sector.

    20 February 2026 · New Era →

  2. Swakopmund civil servant reflects on two decades serving public

    Hilda Patricia van Nooten, a senior administrative officer at Erongo Regional Council since 2002, says her initial motivation of employment grew into genuine commitment to public service. Van Nooten emphasizes principles of integrity and transparency, and credits self-driven learning with mastering legal frameworks that ensure council operations comply with law.

    20 February 2026 · New Era →

  3. Erongo governor warns staff against insubordination and misuse of labour laws

    Erongo governor Natalia /Goagoses has warned regional government employees against ignoring supervisors and misusing labour laws amid rising workplace conflicts. She criticised staff resistance to instructions, the conduct of shop stewards, and called for stronger work ethics to ensure service delivery.

    20 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 13 February

  1. Erongo media stakeholders convene to strengthen regional communication

    Media practitioners and government newsmakers in the Erongo region held a stakeholder engagement conference in Swakopmund, organised by the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, to address newsroom challenges and improve communication between institutions and communities. Participants discussed topics including story pitching, editorial standards, news values, and technical broadcast practices to build mutual understanding.

    13 February 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 12 February

  1. Journalism must act as public watchdog, not brand manager

    At an Erongo media conference in Swakopmund, communications consultant Usi //Hoëbeb stressed that ethical journalism requires independence from institutional messaging and political pressure, and that gatekeeping decisions must be guided by news values rather than commercial interests or personal bias. The two-day conference, organised by the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, aimed to improve professional relationships between media practitioners and newsmakers and strengthen credible information flow to the public.

    12 February 2026 · New Era →

Friday 16 January

  1. Erongo chairperson prioritises lasting solution to Otjimbingwe water crisis

    Erongo Regional Council chairperson Lazarus Kanelombe has pledged to work with NamWater to resolve the water crisis in Otjimbingwe and surrounding areas, where residents currently pay N$152 per tanker delivery. Community leaders say the shortage has lasted for years, schools have been suspended due to lack of water, and residents are preparing to submit a petition as diplomatic efforts have not yielded lasting solutions.

    16 January 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 4 January

  1. Hot conditions and isolated storms across Namibia forecast

    Namibia's Meteorological Service warns of very hot conditions and isolated thundershowers, particularly in the north, while coastal areas expect mild to warm weather with morning drizzle. Uis residents face temporary water supply interruptions due to power outages caused by heavy rainfall affecting NamWater's pumping capacity.

    4 January 2026 · Informanté →

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