Also known as: Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa · Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa · Hon. Kadiva Hamutumwa · Hamutuwa · Governor Hamutumwa · Humutumwa · Ohangwena Regional Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa
Ohangwena Regional Governor promoting investment and regional development across agriculture, agro-processing, tourism, and other priority sectors.
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New Era
Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa delivered the President's keynote address during Hainyeko's memorial service
“Her keynote address was delivered by Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa during Hainyeko's memorial service in Eenhana on Saturday.”
NNN vows Govt will continue search for Hainyeko’s remainsNew Era
Kadiva Hamutumwa said Omaludi 4×4 Adventure Experience highlighted potential of agriculture and tourism to drive local economic development
“Ohangwena governor Kadiva Hamutumwa said that the Omaludi 4×4 Adventure Experience, held under the theme "Agriculture and Tourism for Sustainable Economic Growth", highlighted the potential of the two sectors to drive local economic development.”
Okongo turns sandy terrain into a tourism opportunityNew Era
Kadiva Hamutumwa said Ohangwena could translate priorities into practical development through agriculture, agro-processing, cross-border trade and tourism
“Hamutumwa said Ohangwena could translate these priorities into practical development through agriculture, agro-processing, cross-border trade, cultural and community-based tourism and tourism-related infrastructure.”
Okongo turns sandy terrain into a tourism opportunityWindhoek Observer
Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa said region was moving away from talking about potential and seeking concrete investment for employment
“Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa said the region was deliberately moving away from simply talking about its potential and was now seeking concrete investment that would create employment, develop enterprises and improve the livelihoods of residents.”
Ohangwena wants investment that delivers jobsWindhoek Observer
Hamutumwa called for shift from economy consuming goods to one that produces and exports
“The governor also called for a shift from an economy that largely consumes goods and services produced elsewhere to one that produces, processes, adds value and exports.”
Ohangwena wants investment that delivers jobsInformanté
Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa declared Ohangwena open for business
“"Our message is clear: Ohangwena is open for business," Hamutumwa said.”
Hamutumwa declares “Ohangwena open for business” as President opens Time Square ComplexInformanté
Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa said development should be measured by the dignity and opportunities afforded to citizens
“Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa said development should be measured by the dignity and opportunities afforded to citizens, particularly those living in remote communities.”
N$21.7m Onamafila clinic opens, bringing healthcare closer to 24 villagesThe Namibian
Ohangwena governor Kadiva Hamutumwa said supporting boys should not be seen as competing with efforts to empower girls
“Ohangwena governor Kadiva Hamutumwa at the event said supporting boys should not be seen as competing with efforts to empower girls, but rather as a complementary investment in the country's future.”
Ohangwena boys behind in education, healthThe Namibian
Ohangwena governor Kadiva Hamutumwa said her office has not received any information confirming any Namibian involved in the accident
“Ohangwena governor Kadiva Hamutumwa yesterday said: "At this stage, my office has not received any information confirming any Namibian involved in the said accident."”
No Namibian in Angola bus crashWindhoek Observer
Kadiva Hamutumwa established Ohangwena Regional Investment Committee to oversee implementation
“To oversee the implementation of the strategy, Hamutumwa established the Ohangwena Regional Investment Committee, consisting of representatives from government institutions, traditional authorities and the private sector.”
Ohangwena unveils investment roadmapStreet vendors and small business owners in Eenhana have petitioned the regional governor demanding a permanent open market instead of relocation to temporary facilities, citing concerns about uncertainty and the need for meaningful consultation over the relocation process.
6 October 2026 · Informanté →
Street vendors and small business owners in Eenhana have petitioned the regional governor demanding a permanent open market instead of relocation to temporary facilities, citing concerns about uncertainty and the need for meaningful consultation over the relocation process.
6 October 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said the government would not waver in efforts to locate the remains of liberation struggle icon Tobias Hainyeko, nearly six decades after his death, describing him as a pivotal figure whose sacrifice helped lay the foundation for Namibia's independence.
6 October 2026 · New Era →
Okongo Village Council is positioning the town's sandy terrain as a tourism and investment opportunity through the Omaludi 4×4 Adventure Experience, integrated into the existing Omaludi Agricultural Festival to attract businesses, visitors and investors while expanding the local economy.
30 September 2026 · New Era →
Cricket Namibia hosted regional governors at the FNB Namibia Cricket Ground on 18 September to share insights on sports facility development, construction costs, maintenance, and revenue generation models. The governors are tasked with commencing construction of 28 multi-purpose sports facilities across Namibia.
21 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa launched Ohangwena's Regional Investment Map and Action Plan, calling on investors and entrepreneurs to convert the region's economic potential into businesses and jobs. Hamutumwa emphasized that investment must be productive, sustainable, and inclusive, creating employment and developing local value chains.
16 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah inaugurated the Ohangwena Time Square Complex in Helao Nafidi, with Regional Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa calling on investors to seize opportunities in the region and declaring "Ohangwena is open for business." The governor said the project marks a new chapter for the region's economy and reflects the government's commitment to development and job creation.
23 August 2026 · Informanté →
Namibian Ambassador Leonard Iipumbu led a delegation including five regional governors to the month-long Huila Expo in Lubango, Angola's oldest multi-sector trade fair in the south, which coincides with the annual Festivities of "Our Lady of the Mountain".
22 August 2026 · Informanté →
The N$21.7 million Onamafila Primary Health Care Clinic in Okongo District has officially opened, bringing healthcare services closer to 24 villages in Ohangwena Region. Minister of Health Esperance Luvindao inaugurated the facility as part of Namibia's commitment to Universal Health Coverage.
12 August 2026 · Informanté →
Ohangwena recorded about 1,750 school dropouts in 2025, with boys accounting for the majority, prompting the First Gentleman to call for coordinated community action. The region recorded the highest number of school dropouts among all regions visited during the First Gentleman's national consultations on the boy-child.
11 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of International Relations and Trade confirmed that no Namibian national is currently reported killed or injured in Monday's bus crash in Angola's Cuanza Sul province that claimed 22 lives. The Namibian embassy in Luanda contacted the transport company and found no confirmed Namibian passengers, though unconfirmed reports had surfaced of several Namibians on board.
6 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ohangwena Region has unveiled a strategic investment map and action plan to attract investment and position local entrepreneurs and businesses as drivers of regional development. The roadmap identifies priority opportunities in agriculture, agro-processing, manufacturing, creative economy, health, tourism and hospitality, supported by enabling sectors including water, energy, logistics and housing.
6 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Ohangwena Regional Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa announced an invitation for entrepreneurs, investors and businesses to submit project proposals aligned with the Ohangwena Regional Investment Map and Action Plan 2025–2030, which identifies opportunities in agriculture, agro-processing, manufacturing, creative economy, health, tourism, hospitality, water, energy, logistics and housing. The expression of interest process will run from 11 August to 23 September.
5 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Prime Minister Dr Elijah Ngurare has called for greater investment in youth-led businesses, saying entrepreneurship and support for small enterprises are critical to expanding economic opportunities for young Namibians. He urged financial institutions and established businesses to invest in youth-led enterprises through financing and mentorship.
30 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare urged government, the private sector, and communities to prioritise investment in young people as drivers of Namibia's economic future at the opening of the 16th Eenhana Expo, which is being held from 27 July to 1 August with about 100 local and international exhibitors.
29 July 2026 · Informanté →
Questions are being raised about the effectiveness of Namibia's annual State of the Region Addresses, as analysts question whether the speeches translate into tangible development or remain largely ceremonial. Governance observers argue that many issues raised in SORAs remain unchanged year to year, including unemployment, housing shortages, inadequate water supply, and poor road infrastructure.
28 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Hifikepunye Pohamba Community Resource Centre at Okanghudi village in the Ondobe constituency has been nominated to become a national heritage site. The proposed declaration covers three heritage features: a historic tree, a statue of former president Hifikepunye Pohamba, and the resource centre itself, which preserves presidential records from 2005 to 2015 and serves as a community research and information hub.
24 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The parliamentary standing committee on labour and industrial relations has begun an oversight mission in Ohangwena to assess working conditions in the retail and wholesale sector and evaluate compliance with labour legislation. The delegation engaged with the governor and stakeholders on labour relations, youth unemployment, and local industrialisation challenges.
14 July 2026 · The Namibian →
After months of depleted supplies at public health facilities, the ministry of health says sufficient condom stock has been distributed across the country to meet demand. Deputy Minister Susan Ndjaleka urged health workers to ensure condoms are accessible to communities.
9 July 2026 · New Era →
Police in Ohangwena recorded 6,414 criminal cases in 2025, with assault, housebreaking, domestic violence, rape and stock theft being the most prevalent offences. The region's police holding cells are also significantly overcrowded, with facilities like Oshikango Police Station holding 187 inmates in spaces designed for 70.
6 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa reported that 61 beneficiaries who completed the National Youth Credit Scheme's business training have not received the N$8,000 startup capital each was promised upon completion. The scheme aims to promote entrepreneurship and self-employment among young people.
4 July 2026 · Informanté →
Governors of Ohangwena and Kunene regions have raised alarm about ongoing medicine shortages at public health facilities, with hospitals in Opuwo, Khorixas and elsewhere running low on medication for about three months. The shortages particularly affect chronic illness treatments including diabetes, hypertension, ARVs and tuberculosis medication, forcing patients to queue for long periods only to find prescribed drugs unavailable.
17 June 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said at the opening of the Omaludi Agricultural Festival in Ohangwena that development must not come at the expense of cultural identity. She noted the festival boosts the local economy through accommodation, transport, and informal trade, and announced the government will focus on improving existing agricultural schemes rather than establishing new ones.
29 May 2026 · Informanté →
Ohangwena Regional Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa encouraged leaders and public servants to build an efficient, accountable healthcare system at the second Ohangwena Regional Health Directorate's Health Professionals' Award Ceremony. Awards were presented to district hospitals, management teams, and individual healthcare workers based on measurable indicators including patient care, infection prevention, hospital cleanliness, data management, leadership and timely reporting.
10 May 2026 · Informanté →
Ohangwena region aims to install desalination plants at least 10 boreholes to treat saline water that has made many government-drilled boreholes unusable. Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa said a contractor was appointed in April by NamPower, with implementation expected within four months, as part of broader interventions to improve water security across the region.
6 May 2026 · New Era →
The Minister of Works and Transport and Ohangwena Region Governor officially opened the 23 km district road D4119 from Omulonu to Oshuuli on 24 April 2026, funded through Namibian-German Development Cooperation at a contract value of N$53 million. The all-year-round road connects two schools, a heritage centre, and more than 2,000 people in a previously sandy-track area.
5 May 2026 · Informanté →
Teachers at Helao Nafidi Combined School in Okongo have moved into a newly constructed house with eight bedrooms, a kitchen, showers and a sitting room, ending years of living in makeshift shacks. The project was sponsored by AffluentGen Group and implemented by local workers, with Ohangwena governor Kadiva Hamutumwa saying it reflects listening to ground concerns and partnerships to restore educator dignity and improve working conditions.
24 April 2026 · New Era →
Lucia Petrus, a wheelchair-bound resident of Oshandi-1 village in Ohangwena, received a newly built one-bedroom house through the Government's Cash for Work Programme after her home was destroyed by a storm three years ago. The disability-friendly house was constructed by nine youth from the village and completed within two months.
21 April 2026 · Informanté →
A tombstone was unveiled in Ohangwena Region to honour nine People's Liberation Army of Namibia combatants killed on 2 April 1989 in a clash with Koevoet, the counterinsurgency unit of the then South West African Police, just a day after a ceasefire had taken effect. Former PLAN fighters, government officials, and relatives attended the ceremony at Enghandja laShikongeni village.
4 April 2026 · Informanté →
The Ohangwena Education Directorate is hosting a regional awards ceremony in Eenhana to recognise outstanding teachers and learners for excellent performance, with Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa delivering the keynote address.
31 March 2026 · New Era →
Albertina Tuvahanga Heita, a veteran of Namibia's independence struggle who went into exile at age 19 and later worked in vocational training, died on 18 March aged 70 and was buried at Ondobe Cemetery in Ohangwena. Officials and community members paid tribute to her contributions to both the liberation struggle and post-independence nation-building.
30 March 2026 · New Era →