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Order a long-term news report on Martin Kapuka
Every mention in the Namibian press over the period you choose, compiled as a PDF or Word document.
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The Namibian
Martin Kapuka says the council instructed occupants of 112 unauthorised structures to vacate and remove their structures
“Oshakati Town Council spokesperson Martin Kapuka says the council has instructed the occupants of about 112 unauthorised structures at Onawa Extension 7 to vacate the illegally occupied land and remove their structures.”
Oshakati Town Council will not allocate land to evicted householdsThe Namibian
Martin Kapuka said security guards have whips as part of their security equipment but council does not condone improper or unlawful use
“Spokesperson Martin Kapuka yesterday said security guards deployed at the open market have whips as part of their security equipment.”
Oshakati bans peeing in public at OmatalaNew Era
Oshakati Town Council spokesperson Martin Kapuka said the council is working with private developers to construct affordable houses
“"The Council is working with private developers to construct affordable houses and is discussing infrastructure development in Ompumbu Township, where about 1 600 residential erven are planned," he added.”
Northern housing waiting lists top 35 000Informanté
Martin Kapuka said signs will be put up and decision has already been made
“The Town Council spokesperson, Martin Kapuka, said signs will be put up soon, adding that the decision has already been made.”
Fines and clashes at Oshakati open market as hygiene rules tightenedThe Namibian
Martin Kapuka says affected institutions and businesses have until 25 July to pay outstanding accounts or submit payment arrangement
“Oshakati Town Council spokesperson Martin Kapuka says affected institutions and businesses have until 25 July to pay their outstanding accounts in full or submit a written payment arrangement to avoid having their water supply disconnected.”
Oshakati to cut water to Govt offices, businessesThe Namibian
Oshakati Town Council spokesperson Martin Kapuka told The Namibian that council cannot confirm incidents linked to toilet user fee
“Oshakati Town Council spokesperson Martin Kapuka told The Namibian on Saturday that the council is aware of incidents of open defecation in areas surrounding the market.”
The priceof reliefThe Namibian
Martin Kapuka says the event remains a key factor in sustaining Namibian culture while offering entrepreneurs opportunities
“Oshakati Town Council spokesperson Martin Kapuka says the event remains a key factor in sustaining Namibian culture while offering entrepreneurs opportunities and giving creatives a platform to showcase their talents.”
Oshakati Totem Expo to pull crowdsNew Era
Martin Kapuka is Oshakati Town Council spokesperson
“According to Oshakati Town Council spokesperson Martin Kapuka, the expo has grown into one of the town's most important cultural and economic events.”
Oshakati Totem Expo returnsNew Era
Town spokesperson Martin Kapuka said Omatala is official facility for all long-distance public transport
“Town spokesperson Martin Kapuka said Omatala is the official facility for all long-distance public transport in Oshakati.”
Oshakati buses directed to use OmatalaThe Namibian
Council spokesperson Martin Kapuka told The Namibian that pet owners must be responsible for dogs' behaviour
“Council spokesperson Martin Kapuka told The Namibian yesterday that apart from the dog registrations, pet owners need to be responsible for their dogs' behaviour and ensure they are kept in enclosed yards.”
Oshakati residents fuming over N$83 annual dog tax and licensing feesAround 112 shacks at Oshakati's Onawa Extension 7 face demolition after the town council gave households 14 days to vacate municipal land by 28 September. The approximately 300 affected residents are preparing a petition asking the council to consider their social and economic circumstances, citing poverty, unemployment, and inability to afford formal rental accommodation.
17 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Around 112 shacks at Oshakati's Onawa Extension 7 face demolition after the town council gave households 14 days to vacate municipal land by 28 September. The approximately 300 affected residents are preparing a petition asking the council to consider their social and economic circumstances, citing poverty, unemployment, and inability to afford formal rental accommodation.
17 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Oshakati Town Council security guards are enforcing a prohibition on public urination and defecation at Omatala open market, directing people to use public toilets for N$2 instead. Some war veterans have resisted the crackdown, accusing guards of colonization and arguing their right based on their independence struggle contributions.
12 August 2026 · The Namibian →
More than 35,500 people are on waiting lists for residential land across Oshakati, Ondangwa, and Ongwediva, with Oshakati accounting for over 18,000 applicants. Local authorities cite rising demand for serviced land as a major challenge and are developing new townships to address the shortage.
31 July 2026 · New Era →
The Dr Frans Aupa Indongo Open Market in Oshakati has banned open-air urination and imposed N$100 fines for violators, with private security guards enforcing the rule. However, clashes have occurred as some vendors and customers avoid the facility due to its poor condition or the N$3 toilet access fee.
22 July 2026 · Informanté →
The Oshakati Town Council will begin disconnecting water supplies to government institutions and businesses with unpaid municipal accounts from 27 July, unless affected entities settle outstanding balances or submit a written payment arrangement by 25 July.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Vendors at Oshakati open market say a N$3 toilet fee is pushing people to relieve themselves in the open behind a sand embankment, with traders arguing that many customers and workers cannot afford to pay each time they need to use the facilities.
15 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Oshakati Totem Expo, a cultural and commercial exhibition held annually since 2012, will run from 29 May to 6 June at Independence Stadium under the theme 'Building Relationships Through Culture'. Town Council officials say the event attracts thousands of visitors and provides entrepreneurs and creatives a platform to showcase talents while celebrating Namibian heritage.
19 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Oshakati Totem Expo will return to Oshakati Stadium from 29 May to 6 June 2026, bringing together cultural groups, artists, SMEs and businesses to celebrate tradition, share cultural heritage and support local economic growth. According to the Town Council, the event provides opportunities for entrepreneurs and vendors while allowing communities to reconnect with their roots through performances, crafts and exhibitions.
23 March 2026 · New Era →
The Oshakati Town Council has directed all long-distance transport operators to load and offload passengers only at the Oshakati Open Market bus terminal (Omatala), not at informal roadside points, to reduce congestion and improve safety. Some smaller operators have expressed concerns about space constraints and visibility at the official facility.
19 March 2026 · New Era →
The Oshakati Town Council has introduced a requirement for dog owners to register their pets annually for a fee of N$82.89, citing rising dog-related incidents and public health concerns; however, residents object, saying they were not properly consulted and view it as a money-making scheme given the town's infrastructure problems.
12 February 2026 · The Namibian →