Also known as: the Ministry of Works and Transport
Namibian government ministry overseeing infrastructure, roads, transport policy, and related public works projects.
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Windhoek Observer
Ministry of Works and Transport issued directives that an official cannot lawfully receive a housing allowance while occupying government or council-owned accommodation
“Government policy, municipal regulations and recent directives from the Ministry of Works and Transport are unequivocal.”
Public office is not a buffet: Allegations must trigger accountability, not administrative convenienceWindhoek Observer
Ministry of Works and Transport endorsed settlement agreement before filing with High Court
“The agreement was signed in Windhoek on 12 May 2026 and later endorsed by senior officials from the Ministry of Works and Transport and the Ministry of Justice before being filed with the High Court.”
Government settles N$900 000 engineer disputeNew Era
Ministry of Works and Transport had water supply disconnected for outstanding utility bill of N$9.66 million
“The directive was put into effect last month when the City disconnected water supply to the Ministry of Works and Transport's head office over an outstanding utility bill of N$9.66 million.”
Govt institutions now owe less to CityThe Namibian
Ministry of Works and Transport recommended replacing the borehole's water-pumping cylinder
“He said the matter had been reported to the Ministry of Works and Transport, of which the officials recommended replacing the borehole's water-pumping cylinder.”
‘No water, no education’The Namibian
Ministry of Works and Transport dismissed claims it is removing speed humps on Windhoek's Western Bypass
“The Ministry of Works and Transport has dismissed claims circulating on social media that it is removing the recently installed speed humps on Windhoek's Western Bypass.”
Ministry dismisses speed hump removal claimsThe Namibian
Ministry of Works and Transport had water disconnected over unpaid utility bill of N$9.66 million
“The Windhoek municipality restored water to the Ministry of Works and Transport's head office yesterday after it had been disconnected over an unpaid utility bill of N$9.66 million.”
Works water disconnected over N$9.66m debtThe Namibian
Ministry of Works and Transport collaborated with Roads Authority to install speed humps along B1 Western Bypass
“The Roads Authority, in collaboration with the Ministry of Works and Transport, installed speed humps along the B1 Western Bypass, between the Independence Avenue interchange near Katutura Hospital and the Lafrenz interchange to reduce motor vehicle accidents.”
Road experts slam Windhoek speed humpsThe Namibian
Ministry of Works and Transport launched computerised learner licence testing system and online booking and payment platform at Okahandja Natis centre
“The Ministry of Works and Transport has launched a computerised learner licence testing system and an online booking and payment platform at the Okahandja Namibia Traffic Information System (Natis) centre.”
Okahandja starts computerised learner licence testWindhoek Observer
Ministry of Works and Transport is treating national highway like suburban residential street
“However, he argued that the Ministry of Works and Transport and the Roads Authority (RA) are treating a national highway like a suburban residential street.”
Kalangula slams speed humps on B1 as ‘reactive and short-sighted’Windhoek Observer
Ministry of Works and Transport introduced speed humps on B1 Western Bypass and A1 highway
“The speed humps introduced by the Ministry of Works and Transport and implemented by the Roads Authority appear to be a reaction to recent pedestrian deaths on what is, by design, a high-speed road network.”
Speed humps on highways: When quick fixes create bigger problemsAn editorial argues that allegations that Otjiwarongo Municipality CEO Mberipura Hifitikeko received a housing allowance while occupying government accommodation must be transparently and independently investigated, not treated as administrative matters, since government policy bars officials from receiving both benefits simultaneously.
22 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
An editorial argues that allegations that Otjiwarongo Municipality CEO Mberipura Hifitikeko received a housing allowance while occupying government accommodation must be transparently and independently investigated, not treated as administrative matters, since government policy bars officials from receiving both benefits simultaneously.
22 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Vasilije Boskovic, a Yugoslav engineer who supported Namibian liberation movements from the 1960s onwards and later settled in Namibia, has died on 4 July. His relationship with Namibia began in 1961 when he met Sam Nujoma and worked under Yugoslav President Josip Tito to assist liberation movements, facilitating training and support for Namibian students and PLAN combatants in Yugoslavia.
21 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The City of Windhoek says traffic congestion requires a broader approach combining improved roads, reliable public transport, and sustainable transport solutions, warning that road expansion alone cannot solve congestion as shown by international experience.
19 July 2026 · Informanté →
The City of Windhoek states that traffic congestion is an urban mobility challenge that cannot be solved by building more roads alone, and argues that successful cities combine road infrastructure with efficient public transport, walking, and cycling facilities. The city notes that most residents in northwestern suburbs rely on public transport, but without a modern mass transit system, demand is met by four-door sedan taxis that contribute significantly to peak-hour traffic volumes.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The City of Windhoek says traffic congestion is an urban mobility challenge that cannot be solved by building more roads alone, arguing that successful cities combine strategic road infrastructure with efficient public transport, walking and cycling facilities.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Government of Namibia has agreed to settle a long-running dispute with consulting engineer Farhad Nadimi over unpaid professional fees for the Katima Magistrate's Court construction, paying N$767,457.92 inclusive of VAT plus 20 percent annual interest from 28 February 2022, down from Nadimi's original claim of N$900,776.15.
16 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Outstanding municipal debt owed by government institutions to the City of Windhoek fell from approximately N$67 million in May to N$27 million in June, a 60% decline attributed to government's crackdown on unpaid accounts. The City's overall debtors' book also improved over the same period, declining from N$912 million in May to N$845 million in June.
9 July 2026 · New Era →
Orumana Combined School in Kunene has experienced a five-week water shortage after its borehole stopped functioning and the school was denied access to a community borehole. The water crisis has disrupted classes and prompted pupils to demonstrate, with school officials reporting the matter to education authorities and the Ministry of Works and Transport, but no lasting solution has been implemented.
8 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Vasilije Boskovic, who served as Namibia's honorary consul to Serbia from 2002 to 2024, has died aged 85. The Ministry of International Relations and Trade credited him with strengthening diplomatic ties between the two countries and helping establish the Engineering Council of Namibia, with a relationship spanning over 60 years.
8 July 2026 · The Namibian →
High Court Judge Gabriel Komboni dismissed an application by activist Michael Amushelelo seeking to force the Ministry of Works and Transport and the Roads Authority to remove speed humps on the B1 Western Bypass, finding that Amushelelo failed to demonstrate how the installation violated common law or legislation.
3 July 2026 · Informanté →
A government and industry panel discussion revealed the need for regulatory frameworks that allow innovation, safety and compliance to coexist in Namibia's transport sector, with outdated legislation struggling to keep pace with technological transformation.
30 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Erongo governor Natalia /Goagoses has received cross-party recognition for her financial stewardship, including clean audits as a regional officer and moving the governor's office from costly hotel accommodation to a renovated government building funded by donations.
22 June 2026 · New Era →
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 →
Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi rejected calls for a forensic audit into tender awards to foreign nationals, saying a 10-year audit cannot be completed in 6 months and that audits are expensive. NEFF MP Kalimbo Iipumbu had argued that Namibian businesses are excluded from capital projects and cited the Roads Contractor Company's 2018 partnership with a Chinese firm, which received N$2 billion of N$4.1 billion in tenders.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia Breweries Limited, partnering with the Road Safety Forum and police Traffic Law Enforcement, has launched a N$200,000 programme running from July 2026 to January 2027 to assess and curb drink-driving across nine traffic checkpoints, with plans to conduct more than 300 breathalyser tests at each checkpoint and publish public findings quarterly.
19 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 →
The Windhoek municipality disconnected water to the Ministry of Works and Transport's head office over an unpaid utility bill of N$9.66 million; the water was restored yesterday after four days without supply and the minister instructed officials to settle the debt and investigate how it accumulated.
16 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Five years ago, Roads Authority engineers rejected a proposal to install speed humps on the B1 Western Bypass, citing highway standards and the need for uninterrupted traffic flow. The Namibian reports that current RA board members disagree with minister of works and transport Veikko Nekundi's decision to proceed with speed humps, but have approved it under his instructions.
14 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia will not accede to the United Nations High Seas Treaty until it has the capacity to implement its provisions and fully benefit from marine biodiversity protections beyond national jurisdiction. The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform says the country recognises the importance of ocean sustainability but wants to ensure it can meet treaty obligations before joining.
10 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Road transport experts have criticised the installation of speed humps on major highways around Windhoek by the Roads Authority and Ministry of Works and Transport, warning the measure could increase accidents and congestion rather than improve road safety. Experts and officials have called for pedestrian bridges instead, with the transport minister describing the speed humps as a temporary measure.
9 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Works and Transport launched a computerised learner licence testing system and online booking platform at the Okahandja Natis centre, with plans to expand to other centres and have all Natis centres operating the system by March 2027. The system aims to improve efficiency, transparency, and road safety while allowing electronic appointment booking and payments.
9 June 2026 · The Namibian →
IPC Member of Parliament Nelson Kalangula has criticised the installation of speed humps along the B1 Western Bypass, calling the move reactive and short-sighted. He argues the Ministry of Works and Transport and Roads Authority are treating a national highway like a suburban residential street and that the humps create traffic bottlenecks and rear-end collision risks rather than improving driver alertness.
9 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The installation of speed humps on Windhoek's B1 Western Bypass and A1 highway by the Ministry of Works and Transport has prompted criticism that the measure, while well-intentioned, amounts to a knee-jerk response to pedestrian fatalities that has instead introduced new hazards including traffic congestion and rear-end collisions.
9 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibian government has budgeted about N$20 million for a feasibility study to revive Air Namibia, which was placed into voluntary liquidation in February 2021 due to debts exceeding N$5 billion. Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi told Parliament that the study has been completed and is under review, conducted by an inter-ministerial team of experts with aviation, legal, and economic expertise.
8 June 2026 · Informanté →
The Ministry of Works and Transport has launched a computerised learner licence testing system and online booking platform at the Okahandja Natis centre. The system will be rolled out gradually across the country, with all Natis centres expected to operate it by March 2027.
8 June 2026 · The Namibian →
A vehicle collision was reported on newly installed speed humps along the B1 Western Bypass in Windhoek on Sunday evening, shortly after the traffic-calming measures became operational. The incident has fueled ongoing debate over the effectiveness and safety of the speed humps, which authorities say are necessary to curb speeding and address pedestrian-related crashes.
8 June 2026 · Informanté →
The Ministry of Works and Transport launched a pilot electric vehicle charging station at its headquarters in Windhoek, with Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi describing it as a strategic pilot project intended to inform the expansion of an EV charging network across the country. The ministry, which manages government-owned infrastructure, plans to eventually serve both government fleet vehicles and the public.
8 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Works and Transport has installed an electric vehicle charging station at its Windhoek headquarters as a pilot project to assess the feasibility of a nationwide charging network. The facility, designed by ministry engineers, will serve as a case study to guide future EV charging infrastructure deployment across the country, initially targeting government-owned vehicles and government employees before expanding to the public.
4 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Works and Transport plans to construct dual-carriageway freeways across Namibia to reduce road accidents and improve transport efficiency. The government will start construction of the Usakos-Arandis dual-carriageway this year, prioritising key roads with heavy traffic volumes and accident records including Windhoek-Okahandja, Swakopmund and Walvis Bay.
25 May 2026 · The Namibian →
An Otavi Constituency councillor has tabled a motion in the National Council urging the government to declare road crash fatalities a national emergency. Between January and April 2026, the MVA Fund recorded 921 crashes, 1,467 injuries and 143 deaths, with recent fatal collisions killing eight and ten people respectively.
20 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →