Also known as: vice president Lucia Witbooi · H E LUCIA WITBOOI · Witbooi · Vice president Witbooi · the vice president · Her Excellency Lucia Witbooi · vice president of the Republic of Namibia · Vice President · H.E Lucia Witbooi · Gerrit Witbooi · vice-president Lucia Witbooi · ||Kharas Regional Council chairperson Gerrit Witbooi · Vice President of Namibia · Vice President of Namibia Witbooi · VP · Your Excellency Lucia Witbooi · the VP · Madam Vice President · Your Excellency · //Kharas Regional Council chairperson
Vice President of Namibia, active in government initiatives including crime prevention, disability affairs, and economic development programmes as of April 2026.
Vice President Lucia Witbooi conducted a night tour of crime hotspots in Windhoek as part of a COPPS 94.1 radio programme aimed at raising awareness about road safety, alcohol abuse, and community security. Witbooi said the visit provided insight into challenges facing the capital and would help government make informed decisions to address alcohol abuse, particularly among young people.
29 March 2026 · Informanté →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi conducted a night tour of crime hotspots in Windhoek as part of a COPPS 94.1 radio programme aimed at raising awareness about road safety, alcohol abuse, and community security. Witbooi said the visit provided insight into challenges facing the capital and would help government make informed decisions to address alcohol abuse, particularly among young people.
29 March 2026 · Informanté →
Vice president Lucia Witbooi toured crime hotspots in Windhoek as part of a crime prevention programme focusing on road safety, drunk driving, and neighbourhood security. Witbooi expressed concern about rising alcohol abuse among young people and said the tour provided first-hand insight to help the government make informed policy decisions.
28 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Centre was officially inaugurated in the //Kharas region. Mayor Melody Swartbooi urged trainees to adopt a culture of discipline and take responsibility for their studies, emphasizing that the centre's success depends on the students' commitment to their education.
27 March 2026 · New Era →
Old Mutual Investment Group Namibia has joined government and private partners to launch the Mariental Extension 6 Affordable Housing Development, which will deliver 311 serviced residential plots with 87 already completed. The project, officially launched by Vice President Lucia Witbooi, aims to ease pressure on housing demand in the town and is supported by the Tunga Fund, developers, and end-user financiers.
24 March 2026 · New Era →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi delivered a tribute at the graveside of Reverend Willem Konjore in ǂGabes on the eve of Namibia's 36th independence anniversary, highlighting his role as a founding father, liberation struggle participant, and senior government minister who died in June 2021.
24 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi commemorated Namibia's 36th independence anniversary in Karasburg under the theme "Beyond 36: For a Prosperous Future," calling for unity and action to build on the country's foundations and accelerate socio-economic transformation. She highlighted government priorities including agriculture, youth empowerment, education, and green hydrogen initiatives, while acknowledging structural challenges in the IIKharas region and ongoing development projects aimed at inclusive growth.
24 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi says //Kharas has evolved from a historically marginalised area into a dynamic economic hub through government's commitment to inclusive development, with progress in agriculture, mining, fisheries, tourism, and infrastructure. She noted the region faces ongoing challenges in value addition, water, sanitation and housing, and is positioned to benefit from large-scale renewable energy and green hydrogen initiatives.
23 March 2026 · New Era →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi called on Namibians to renew their commitment to building an inclusive nation anchored in freedom, equality, and shared prosperity, speaking at a wreath-laying ceremony for the late Reverend Willem Konjore. Witbooi highlighted Konjore's key role in the 1976 Nama Teachers' Strike and his subsequent contributions to Namibia's independence struggle and governance, including service as a Founding Father, Chief Whip of SWAPO, Deputy Speaker, and minister until his retirement in 2010.
22 March 2026 · Informanté →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi held a courtesy meeting with the Bondelswarts Traditional Authority, led by Acting Chief Dencil Christian, to strengthen collaboration between government and traditional leaders in community development, cultural preservation, and inclusive governance.
22 March 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia celebrated its 36th Independence Day while marking Vice President Lucia Witbooi's 64th birthday, with tributes recognising her leadership, service to nation-building, and advocacy for women's empowerment and social inclusion.
22 March 2026 · Informanté →