Also known as: ministry of works and transport executive director Jonas Sheelongo
Executive director in the ministry of works and transport, removed from Namibia Air negotiations by IPC over Air Namibia record.
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New Era
Jonas Sheelongo admitted that the December timeline was challenging
“Namibia Air interim board chairperson Jonas Sheelongo said the airline is working towards meeting the deadline but admitted that the timeline was challenging.”
Namibia Air gets greenlightThe Namibian
Acting chairperson Jonas Sheelongo said failure of Air Namibia taught them mistakes not to be made again
“Acting chairperson of the Namibia Air Jonas Sheelongo said the failure of Air Namibia has taught them on the mistakes not to be made again.”
Namibia Air receives licenses for operationsWindhoek Observer
Executive Director Jonas Sheelongo stated that site visits included the Roads Authority, Motor Vehicle Accident Fund, National Road Safety Council, and traffic law enforcement agencies
“Executive Director Jonas Sheelongo stated that site visits included the Roads Authority, Motor Vehicle Accident Fund, National Road Safety Council, and traffic law enforcement agencies including Nampol and Windhoek City Police.”
Over 16 000 road users demand pedestrian bridges over speed humpsThe Namibian
Ministry executive director Jonas Sheelongo told The Namibian activity is ongoing installation, not removal of speed humps
“Ministry executive director Jonas Sheelongo told The Namibian on Wednesday that what members of the public are seeing is not the removal of the speed humps, but rather "ongoing installation of speed humps".”
Ministry dismisses speed hump removal claimsWindhoek Observer
Executive director Jonas Sheelongo stated that all mandatory and statutory provisions prescribed by Namibian law were followed
“The ministry stated that all mandatory and statutory provisions prescribed by Namibian law were followed throughout the process.”
‘Namibian drivers are the real road hazards’ – expertThe Namibian
Jonas Sheelongo says the matter is still under consideration by relevant authorities
“In response to questions from The Namibian, works and transport executive director Jonas Sheelongo says the matter is still under consideration by the relevant authorities.”
Government moves to cancel N$1.1m monthly lease for unoccupied Chicco buildingWindhoek Observer
Jonas Sheelongo said Namibia recorded more than 1,000 motor vehicle crashes during first four months of 2026
“Speaking at the event, executive director in the ministry of works and transport Jonas Sheelongo, speaking on behalf of works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi, said Namibia recorded more than 1 000 motor vehicle crashes during the first four months of 2026.”
Low-income Namibians forced to walk on unsafe roadsWindhoek Observer
Jonas Sheelongo said lack of integrated transport system limits opportunities and stifles economic potential
“"The lack of an integrated transport system continues to limit our opportunities and stifle our economic potential," he said.”
Low-income Namibians forced to walk on unsafe roadsWindhoek Observer
Jonas Sheelongo asked the attorney general's office for urgent legal intervention to terminate the lease agreement
“In a letter dated 30 April 2026, executive director Jonas Sheelongo asked the attorney general's office for urgent legal intervention to terminate the agreement.”
Education ministry wants out of Chicco building deal …as it pays N$1.1 million monthly for empty buildingThe Namibian
Executive director Jonas Sheelongo told The Namibian cubes can be assembled into 28 or 56 floating bridges
“Executive director of works and transport Jonas Sheelongo yesterday told The Namibian the 'cubes' can be assembled into either 28 floating bridges of 200m each, or 56 of 100m each.”
N$24m floating bridges to keep flood-hit communitiesThe Independent Patriots for Change have called for Jonas Sheelongo, executive director in the ministry of works and transport, to be removed from all negotiations and planning structures involved in establishing Namibia's proposed new national airline, citing concerns about his record at Air Namibia.
22 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Independent Patriots for Change have called for Jonas Sheelongo, executive director in the ministry of works and transport, to be removed from all negotiations and planning structures involved in establishing Namibia's proposed new national airline, citing concerns about his record at Air Namibia.
22 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The John Meinert Street and Hosea Kutako Drive intersection in Windhoek West recorded 68 crashes between 2023 and 2026, making it the city's most accident-prone junction. The top three intersections collectively recorded 177 crashes during the period, with high traffic volume and driver non-compliance with traffic rules cited as contributing factors.
9 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Works and Transport confirmed discussions with Ethiopian Airlines on strategic and technical cooperation to restart a national airline, while stressing that no binding commitments have been made and that Namibian expertise and national interests remain central. The ministry is consulting with local aviation operators to avoid the mistakes that led to Air Namibia's financial collapse.
2 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The ministry of works and transport has distanced itself from a leaked document about proposed engagements between Namibia and Ethiopian Airlines over establishing a new national carrier, saying it does not recognise the document as an official or accurate reflection of its positions. The ministry confirmed discussions with Ethiopian Airlines are continuing alongside consultations with local aviation operators and other stakeholders.
2 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Ethiopian Airlines has indicated that management control would be a condition for any equity partnership with Namibia's planned national airline, Namibia Air. The revelation raises concerns over aviation sovereignty and the financial viability of the carrier, which the government aims to launch in December 2026.
1 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Works and Transport is reviewing the question bank for Namibia's computerised learner's licence testing system following a decline in pass rates since its May launch. The national pass rate fell from 45% in May to 43% in June and July, with lower rates recorded at the Okahandja pilot office and the mobile testing unit.
24 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's ministry of works and transport is introducing a regulatory system for driving schools and driving instructors to improve the quality and consistency of driver training. The initiative aims to address inconsistencies in driver training and strengthen oversight of an industry considered critical to road safety.
24 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Transportation Commission of Namibia has approved Namibia Air's applications for scheduled and non-scheduled air service licences, formally handing them over to the Ministry of Works and Transport. The approval clears a critical path toward establishing the country's new national carrier.
9 August 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia Air received its air service licence but has yet to secure funding or purchase aircraft, with the Cabinet still to decide on the proposed course of action. The airline's board chairperson said acquiring aircraft could take one to six months depending on lease availability.
8 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Air has been granted approval to operate scheduled and unscheduled air services by transport commissioner Joshua Kaumbi, with licences valid for five years from 6 August 2026. The airline still requires an Air Operator Certificate before commercial operations can begin, with the government targeting the first week of December for initial flights.
7 August 2026 · New Era →
Namibia Air has received its Air Operating Licenses, effective from 6 August and valid for five years. The airline's first flight is scheduled for the first week of December, with the next stage being acquisition of an Air Operator Certificate.
6 August 2026 · The Namibian →
A petition with more than 16,560 signatures is calling for pedestrian bridges to replace speed humps on the B1 highway, alleging the humps cause vehicle damage and highway collisions. Social justice activist Michael Amushelelo, who is leading the campaign, has announced plans to file a class-action lawsuit against the minister of works and transport seeking financial compensation for motorists claiming vehicle damage and injuries.
22 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Works and Transport has dismissed social media claims that it is removing recently installed speed humps on Windhoek's Western Bypass, stating that what is visible is ongoing installation. An activist has challenged the humps in court, seeking an order to declare them unlawful and compel their removal, with the case pending until 30 June.
17 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Road safety expert Felix Tjozongoro has said public frustration with speed humps on the Western Bypass is misguided, asserting that the real crisis lies in Namibian driver behaviour. Tjozongoro dismissed claims that the speed humps are improperly placed or unlawful, and pointed out that the Western Bypass does not meet the legal definition of a freeway under Namibian law.
17 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Works and Transport plans to cancel a lease agreement with businessman Erastus Shapumba for a building the government rents for N$1.1 million per month but does not occupy. Shapumba says he did not draft the lease agreement, which was signed in December 2023 for a three-year term, and argues his rental rate of N$99 per square metre is cheaper than other private buildings.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
A report launched during UN Global Road Safety Week found that more than 70% of daily travel among low-income households in Namibia depends on walking and cycling, but major gaps exist in infrastructure, funding and policies supporting pedestrians and cyclists. Namibia recorded more than 1,000 motor vehicle crashes during the first four months of 2026, resulting in 179 deaths and over 1,700 injuries.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Education has sought legal advice to cancel a lease agreement for an unoccupied Independence Avenue building that has cost the state N$1.1 million monthly since 2024. The building, leased from northern businessman Erastus 'Chicco' Shapumba since December 2023, was found unsuitable for office use and remains empty.
11 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Works and Transport has bought 24,640 plastic cubes costing N$24 million that can be assembled into floating bridges to provide temporary access to communities isolated by annual floods in Oshana, Kavango East, and Zambezi regions. The modular bridges are designed to maintain access to critical services such as healthcare and education while avoiding the costs of permanent structures in areas with unpredictable flooding patterns.
5 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi has directed the new National Road Safety Council board to install dashcams in 50 traffic police vehicles, 60 ambulances, and two council vehicles to support evidence-based reporting and deter non-compliance with traffic laws. The board was also tasked with finalizing livestream systems at road blind spots and hot spots, and assessing reflective tags for domestic animals.
10 February 2026 · The Namibian →