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Namibian Traffic Information System

Also known as: Namibia Traffic Information System

Namibian Traffic Information System — state-owned organization providing vehicle licensing, roadworthiness testing, and permit services through offices nationwide, expanding with a new N$230 million Wanaheda facility.

2025-10-262026-06-08
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  1. April 2026

  2. New Era

    Namibian Traffic Information System (NaTIS) shows vehicle belongs to Tanzanian national living in Namibia

    Source

    “Records obtained from the Namibian Traffic Information System (NaTIS) reveal that the vehicle belongs to a Tanzanian national, who lives in Namibia.”

    Over N$5m drug bust at Noordoewer

  3. New Era

    Namibian Traffic Information System (NaTIS) will serve as comprehensive one-stop centre with learning, driving, roadworthy testing and permit office

    Source

    “The facility will serve as a comprehensive one-stop NaTIS centre accommodating learning testing, driving testing, roadworthy testing for small and heavy-duty vehicles and a permit office.”

    NaTIS promises closer services to residents
  4. March 2026

  5. New Era

    Namibia Traffic Information System (NaTIS) is the required registering authority for all vehicles in Namibia

    Source

    “In addition, Regulation 11 requires that all vehicles in Namibia be registered with the appropriate registering authority, namely the Namibia Traffic Information System (NaTIS).”

    City Police Traffic Tips – Follow proper procedures when altering a car’s appearance
Business

Guide to buying a used car from reputable dealers

The News

Buying a used car from an established dealer offers peace of mind through rigorous inspection, legal compliance, and accountability, whereas purchasing from unscrupulous operators risks odometer tampering, poor-quality imports, and unresolved issues with no recourse. Experts recommend checking showroom presentation, avoiding 'voetstoots' (as-is) sales, and being aware of import vehicles that may need modifications for Namibian conditions.

16 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 16 April

  1. Guide to buying a used car from reputable dealers

    Buying a used car from an established dealer offers peace of mind through rigorous inspection, legal compliance, and accountability, whereas purchasing from unscrupulous operators risks odometer tampering, poor-quality imports, and unresolved issues with no recourse. Experts recommend checking showroom presentation, avoiding 'voetstoots' (as-is) sales, and being aware of import vehicles that may need modifications for Namibian conditions.

    16 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 14 April

  1. NamPol seizes N$5.4 million cannabis at Noordoewer

    Namibian Police intercepted a vehicle at the Noordoewer border post on Friday and recovered 104 parcels of skunk cannabis valued at N$5.4 million hidden in its compartments. The suspected driver, a Namibian male, fled the scene when border officials detected the contraband, and investigations are ongoing.

    14 April 2026 · New Era →

Friday 10 April

  1. NaTIS breaks ground on N$230m Wanaheda service centre

    Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi opened a groundbreaking ceremony for a new Namibia Traffic Information System centre in Wanaheda, a two-year project costing N$230 million that will provide licensing, testing, and vehicle permit services closer to residents in areas like Hakahana and Okuryangava. The facility will use digital systems for learner licence testing and roadworthiness checks for light and heavy vehicles, expected to employ about 200 workers.

    10 April 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 8 April

  1. August 26 Construction awarded Natis Wanaheda office tender

    State-owned contractor August 26 Construction has been awarded a tender to build a new Namibian Traffic Information System branch in Wanaheda, Windhoek, which will alleviate pressure on the existing southern industrial area office and is expected to employ 200 workers during construction.

    8 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 2 April

  1. Yango driver partners seek three-month permit extension

    Yango's partners are lobbying the Ministry of Works and Transport to extend a 28-day permit deadline to three months, citing high temporary costs (N$850/month) and concerns about system delays from processing over 6,000 vehicle registrations. Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi said the sector must comply with existing regulations and warned that non-compliant operators will face action from the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology.

    2 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 5 March

  1. City Police warn vehicle owners to follow legal procedures for alterations

    The City of Windhoek is warning vehicle owners that altering a car's appearance without legal authorisation contravenes Road Traffic and Transport Regulations. Owners must notify the Namibia Traffic Information System and relicense their vehicle, with failure to comply potentially resulting in vehicle impoundment and legal penalties.

    5 March 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 13 January

  1. Former Gobabis mayor retires after three terms

    Melba Tjozongoro, who served as Gobabis mayor on the PDM ticket for three terms, has retired from politics following last year's regional elections. In an interview, she reflected on achievements including completion of the Freedom Square project, allocation of 1,100 erfs to community members, Build Together housing, water pipe upgrades, and road bitumination, while acknowledging challenges such as ageing refuse removal fleets and infrastructure maintenance.

    13 January 2026 · New Era →

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