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Friday, 24 April 2026
A daily Namibian brief · Est. 2026
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Organization

Namibian Traffic Information System

Also known as: NTIS · Natis · National Traffic Information System (Natis) · 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.

Business

Hong Kong vehicle registrations resume with stricter verification safeguards

The News

The Roads Authority has resumed accepting vehicle registration applications from Hong Kong imports after a temporary suspension, while implementing enhanced verification measures to prevent fraud involving falsified manufacturing dates. Minister Nekundi said investigations are ongoing to determine how many vehicles were registered with altered dates, and that law enforcement will hold those responsible accountable while protecting innocent buyers.

26 February 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 26 February

  1. Hong Kong vehicle registrations resume with stricter verification safeguards

    The Roads Authority has resumed accepting vehicle registration applications from Hong Kong imports after a temporary suspension, while implementing enhanced verification measures to prevent fraud involving falsified manufacturing dates. Minister Nekundi said investigations are ongoing to determine how many vehicles were registered with altered dates, and that law enforcement will hold those responsible accountable while protecting innocent buyers.

    26 February 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 1 February

  1. Roads Authority decentralises permit applications to regional NaTIS offices

    The Roads Authority will allow road carrier permit applications to be submitted at NaTIS regional offices nationwide from 1 February 2026, eliminating the need for applicants to travel to Windhoek or pay courier charges. NaTIS offices will serve as submission and collection points, while a long-term online option is being developed.

    1 February 2026 · Informanté →

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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