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July 2026
Windhoek Observer
Governor John //Khamusebcalled forstronger national investment in road safety along the B1 highway
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“Sostenus Wilherm Otjozondjupa governor John //Khamuseb has called for stronger national investment in road safety along the B1 highway, warning that the country's busiest transport corridor has become synonymous with devastating loss of life and that urgent collective action is needed to reverse the trend.”
Governor John Julius //Khamusebexpressed concern overcritical shortage of functional police vehicles in the region
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“THE Governor of the Otjozondjupa Region, John Julius //Khamuseb, has expressed concern over the critical shortage of functional police vehicles in the region, saying the lack of resources is hampering efforts to combat crime.”
Otjozondjupa governor John Julius //Khamusebcalled on government to considermeasures to regulate farm prices
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“Otjozondjupa governor John Julius //Khamuseb has called on government to consider measures to regulate farm prices, arguing that without intervention, equitable access to land woul...”
Otjozondjupa governor John Julius //Khamusebwelcomedthe initiative, highlighting that effective communication and public engagement are crucial for national development
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“Otjozondjupa governor John Julius //Khamuseb welcomed the initiative, highlighting that effective communication and public engagement are crucial for national development.”
John //Khamusebhas announcedgravesite is located near Okakarara Cultural Centre
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“Otjozondjupa governor John //Khamuseb has announced that the gravesite is located near the Okakarara Cultural Centre, which will host the primary commemoration events.”
John //Khamusebcalledtransition a deliberate and strategic shift for local governance
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“Otjozondjupa governor John //Khamuseb welcomed the transition, calling it "a deliberate and strategic shift" aimed at improving local governance and service delivery.”
John //Khamusebsaid his predecessor Uerikuaelevated the region's status and championed development
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“Otjozondjupa governor John //Khamuseb said his immediate predecessor, Uerikua, elevated the region's status and was always at the forefront of championing development across the board.”
John //Khamusebdescribed Uerikua asan intellectual of format and master of rhetoric and logical debater
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“Otjozondjupa governor and parliamentarian John //Khamuseb described Uerikua as "an intellectual of format", a "master of rhetoric and logical debater" and a leader with "great oratory skills and knowledge on a variety of topics".”
Otjozondjupa governor John //Khamuseb has called for stronger national investment in road safety along the B1 highway, warning that the country's busiest transport corridor has become synonymous with devastating loss of life. A road safety community engagement initiative launched in Otjiwarongo will travel to multiple towns during the week, involving the directorate of education, innovation, youth, sport, arts and culture and other stakeholders.
Otjozondjupa governor John //Khamuseb has called for stronger national investment in road safety along the B1 highway, warning that the country's busiest transport corridor has become synonymous with devastating loss of life. A road safety community engagement initiative launched in Otjiwarongo will travel to multiple towns during the week, involving the directorate of education, innovation, youth, sport, arts and culture and other stakeholders.
The Governor of Otjozondjupa Region reported that of a police fleet of 137 vehicles, only 89 are operational due to mechanical defects, hampering crime-fighting efforts. Despite the shortage, law enforcement has issued 11,392 traffic fines worth N$11.8 million and recorded 808 motor vehicle accidents with 45 fatalities during the reporting period.
Otjozondjupa governor John Julius //Khamuseb has called on government to consider measures to regulate farm prices, arguing that without intervention, equitable access to land is hindered.
The board chairperson of the New Era Publication Corporation highlighted the importance of enhanced cooperation between government institutions, public entities and the media to ensure that development successes receive recognition. He stated that NEPC's mandate is to support the government's efforts in building a better Namibia through credible journalism and urged stakeholders to proactively share information about their achievements.
Residents of Otjozondjupa will visit sacred gravesites of those who died in the 1904-1908 Ohamakari battle—a war of resistance by the Ovaherero against German imperial forces—with commemoration events hosted at the Okakarara Cultural Centre. The regional governor calls on residents, particularly youth, to attend and preserve the memory of the Ovaherero sacrifices.
Urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa has warned against political and administrative power struggles as the government decentralises youth empowerment, sports promotion and development planning functions to all 14 regional councils, with 327 staff members expected to be seconded during the transition. Sankwasa stressed that decentralisation cannot succeed if institutions compete for authority and called for clarity on reporting lines and responsibilities between governors, regional councils and decentralised staff.
Hundreds gathered in Otjozondjupa to pay respects to former governor and National Assembly member James Unomasa Uerikua, who died in a car accident over Easter weekend along with his 14-year-old son, Venturo. Former First Lady Monica Geingos and fellow leaders praised his legacy as a visionary who championed agriculture, infrastructure, and youth empowerment.
Swapo member of parliament and former Otjozondjupa governor James Uerikua died in a vehicle accident in Otjozondjupa on Friday. Fellow lawmakers described him as a skilled debater and intellectually gifted parliamentarian, mourning his loss to the National Assembly and the country.
The Otjozondjupa education directorate has received a two-hectare piece of land from the Otumborombonga community for the construction of a primary school, funded by a German couple and valued at approximately N$2.2 million. The school, expected to cater to learners from pre-primary to Grade 7, will ease pressure on distant schools and reduce travel burden for approximately 7,000 residents in the area.
A 15-member Parliamentary Standing Committee on Gender Equality and Social Services commenced visits to capital projects initiated by the Ministry of Health and Social Services in Otjozondjupa region. The committee is conducting oversight and evaluation of the projects, following reports from the regional governor that many health infrastructure projects in the region remain dormant, incomplete, or non-functional despite multi-year budgeting.