Also known as: Rebekka /Gôagoses · Goagoses · Nathalia /Goagoses · Governor /Goagoses · /Goageses · Honourable Nathalia /Goagoses
Erongo governor who has received cross-party recognition for fiscal management and is addressing regional challenges including unemployment, water supply, and education outcomes.
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Windhoek Observer
Erongo Governor Nathalia /Goagoses warned that tobacco use is a primary cause of non-communicable diseases
“During the same event, Erongo Governor Nathalia /Goagoses also warned that tobacco use is a primary cause of non-communicable diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and lung diseases.”
MPs probe hubbly bubbly health risks at schoolsNew Era
Erongo governor Natalia /Goagoses said the petition would be followed up with relevant authorities after noting previous submissions had not received responses
“/Goagoses said the petition would be followed up with the relevant authorities after noting that previous submissions to government offices had not received responses.”
Oil, gas dream turns into struggle for qualified NamibiansThe Namibian
Erongo governor Natalia /Goagoses said utility allocated further N$152 million for electricity network expansion during 2025/26
“Speaking during her recent state of the region address, Erongo governor Natalia /Goagoses said the utility has allocated a further N$152 million for electricity network expansion during the 2025/26 financial year, with projects planned for Swakopmund, Arandis, Karibib and Uis.”
Erongored invests N$800m in grid upgradesInformanté
Governor /Goagoses said regional leadership is actively working to address water supply instability affecting parts of the region
“THE Governor of the Erongo Region, Nathalia /Goagoses, has said regional leadership is actively working to address water supply instability affecting parts of the region, expressing optimism that a planned second desalination plant will help reduce pressure on existing water resources.”
/Goagoses assures action on Erongo’s water challenges as second desalination plant construction nearsInformanté
/Goagoses announced that construction of the Erongo Sunam Desalination Project is set to begin this year
“In this regard, she announced that construction of the Erongo Sunam Desalination Project—a joint venture between Swakop Uranium and the Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater)—is set to begin this year.”
/Goagoses assures action on Erongo’s water challenges as second desalination plant construction nearsInformanté
Governor /Goagoses warned those responsible for veld fires they will face prosecution if caught
“The Governor of the Erongo Region, Nathalia /Goagoses, has warned those responsible for veld fires that they will face prosecution if caught.”
/Goagoses issues stern warning over veld fires in Erongo RegionThe Namibian
Erongo governor Nathalia /Goagoses said the Erongo region has seen a 32% increase in road fatalities by mid-2026, compared to the same period in 2025
“"Regrettably, the Erongo region has seen a 32% increase in road fatalities by mid-2026, compared to the same period in 2025," she said.”
Erongo roads get billions, but deaths keep risingThe Namibian
The governor said the Regional Road Safety Forum has been revived to coordinate interventions
“She also said the Regional Road Safety Forum has been revived to coordinate interventions between the government, police and transport stakeholders.”
Erongo roads get billions, but deaths keep risingNew Era
Erongo Governor Nathalia /Goagoses delivered State of the Region Address
“As Erongo Governor Nathalia /Goagoses delivered her State of the Region Address yesterday, residents across the Daures constituency waited with bated breath, hoping issues shaping their daily lives would feature prominently in her vision for the region's future.”
Erongo pins hope on SoraThe Namibian
Erongo governor Natalia /Goagoses identified water security as an urgent regional priority during her inaugural state of the region address
“Erongo governor Natalia /Goagoses, who took office in July 2025, identified water security as an urgent regional priority during her inaugural state of the region address last year.”
N$29m pipeline turns taps on for OmatjeteVice President Lucia Witbooi hosted Botswana Vice President Ndaba Nkosinathi Gaolathe at the Port of Walvis Bay to reaffirm commitment to strengthening regional trade and economic integration through the Botswana Dry Port and Trans-Kalahari Corridor.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi hosted Botswana Vice President Ndaba Nkosinathi Gaolathe at the Port of Walvis Bay to reaffirm commitment to strengthening regional trade and economic integration through the Botswana Dry Port and Trans-Kalahari Corridor.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
Members of Parliament have launched stakeholder consultations from 13 to 31 July 2026 to examine the health impact of hubbly bubbly (hookah) use on Namibian youth in several regions. Previous oversight visits to Hardap, Khomas, and Erongo regions in August 2024 found widespread use among learners, with concerns about addiction, academic performance, and mixing hookah with alcohol or drugs.
14 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Young Namibians who obtained internationally recognised offshore training in anticipation of jobs in the emerging oil and gas sector are facing difficulties securing employment, despite the government projecting 4,000 to 12,000 jobs over the next 30 years. One woman spent N$50,000 of her savings on offshore certification in South Africa after President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah encouraged Namibians to prepare for opportunities in the sector, but has yet to secure work in the industry.
13 July 2026 · New Era →
The world's longest-running open-pit uranium mine celebrated its golden jubilee with a gala dinner in Swakopmund, bringing together government officials, community leaders, and industry partners. The event highlighted the mine's deep ties with the Erongo Region and its commitment to continued operations.
2 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Erongo regional electricity distributor has invested nearly N$800 million in electricity infrastructure over the past decade and allocated a further N$152 million for network expansion in the 2025/26 financial year. The utility is also advancing a 20MW solar generation project valued at approximately N$470 million to increase local electricity generation and reduce reliance on imported power.
29 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Dr. Benonia Rafael delivered a vote of thanks at the launch of the ERONGO SUNAM Desalination project, commending the Prime Minister and other government officials for their support. The project involves Chinese partners and is positioned as part of Namibia's water security and infrastructure-led growth priorities.
25 June 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
Erongo Region Governor Nathalia /Goagoses said regional leadership is actively working to address water supply instability, expressing optimism that a planned second desalination plant will help reduce pressure on existing water resources. The Governor acknowledged that parts of the region, including Otjimbingwe, continue to experience serious water supply challenges, but assured residents that regional authorities are working to resolve the issue.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
Erongo Governor Nathalia /Goagoses warned those responsible for veld fires that they will face prosecution if caught. Wildfires in Omatjete, Spitzkoppe, Uis, Usakos and Okombahe resulted in an estimated loss of 40 to 50 hectares of pastureland despite above-normal rainfall that had improved grazing areas.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
Erongo region experienced a 32% increase in road fatalities by mid-2026 compared to the same period in 2025, despite major ongoing infrastructure projects including billion-dollar road upgrades. The governor attributed the rise to reckless driving and truck-related crashes, particularly along the main transport corridor linking Swakopmund, Walvis Bay, Arandis, Usakos and Karibib.
18 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Following Erongo Governor Nathalia /Goagoses' State of the Region Address, residents in the Daures constituency have expressed hopes that the governor's vision will translate into practical improvements in their daily lives, with unemployment emerging as a pressing challenge particularly for youth in settlements like Okombahe.
18 June 2026 · New Era →
The commissioning of the Ozondati-Omatjete pipeline last year has resolved a long-standing water crisis in Omatjete, benefiting both households and farming activities. Community leaders are calling for continued investment to assist neighbouring settlements that continue to struggle with water supply.
18 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Erongo Governor Nathalia /Goagoses delivered her State of the Region Address, reporting that the region's unemployment rate dropped from 32% to 30% over the past year while acknowledging challenges including a 33.7% education pass rate and rising road fatalities.
18 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Minister of Works and Transport officially launched a N$4.2 million mobile NaTIS truck in Omatjete on Monday, offering vision testing, biometric capturing, learner licence testing, and vehicle licence issuances to residents. The mobile unit is presented as cost-effective compared to building conventional Registering Authority centres.
18 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Governors of Ohangwena and Kunene regions have raised alarm about ongoing medicine shortages at public health facilities, with hospitals in Opuwo, Khorixas and elsewhere running low on medication for about three months. The shortages particularly affect chronic illness treatments including diabetes, hypertension, ARVs and tuberculosis medication, forcing patients to queue for long periods only to find prescribed drugs unavailable.
17 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Erongo governor Nathalia /Goagoses announced that a long-idle yellow building in Omaruru will open as a technical and vocational training centre in June/July this year, ending Erongo's status as the only region without a fully-fledged TVET centre. The centre will offer courses including green hydrogen and mineral analysis, with N$2 million in capital funding already secured.
17 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A Dâure Daman community committee has distanced itself from a petition calling for the removal of Erongo governor Natalia /Goagoses, saying it was not consulted on the matter and the petition's views do not represent the committee or broader community.
14 June 2026 · The Namibian →
A group representing the Daure Daman Traditional Elders Council petitioned for the removal of Erongo governor Nathalia /Goagoses, accusing her of interference.
12 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Erongo Governor Nathalia /Goagoses condemned a petition signed by 10 people led by Stanislaus Napuka, calling her the "root of all evil" and demanding her removal, characterizing the effort as defamatory personal attack rather than legitimate governance complaint. The petitioners claimed to represent the Daure Daman traditional community and accused her of disrespecting the Council of Elders by creating a position not found in customary law.
11 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Gideon Tshomokuti of Benguela Petroleum Supplies donated 1,500 sanitary pads, valued at nearly N$30,000, to the Office of the Erongo Governor in collaboration with JaDa Pads. The donation followed a courtesy visit during which Tshomokuti discussed the company's operations and future plans with Governor Nathalia /Goagoses, with focus on regional development and youth unemployment.
11 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Minister of agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform Inge Zaamwani has ordered urgent action on water shortages, delayed responses and land servicing challenges in the Erongo region. Zaamwani said the region can no longer describe itself as water-stressed while located next to the ocean and having desalination potential.
29 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Minister Inge Zaamwani has ordered urgent action on water shortages and land servicing challenges in Erongo, calling for accelerated development of a second desalination plant and efficient operation of the existing one. She emphasized that water must be both developed and made affordable for residents and businesses.
28 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Erongo's under-20 football team won the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, defeating Kunene 2-1 at Keetmanshoop. Team manager Daniel Mouton attributed the victory to determination, unity, and support from stakeholders including the governor's office.
21 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Employees in Namibia's fishing industry protested the government's planned auction of 6 232 metric tonnes of hake quota, saying the system worsens working conditions and job insecurity. Workers called for quotas to be allocated directly to companies needing production support rather than sold to the highest bidder.
1 April 2026 · New Era →
Communities in Karibib and Otjimbingwe are facing severe water access challenges, with residents relying on untreated water sources and experiencing supply interruptions lasting up to a week. The shortages are worsened by increased demand from mining operations in the region, forcing residents to raise funds for connections and abandon small-scale farming.
31 March 2026 · New Era →
Workers from five fishing companies petitioned the Ministry of Agriculture demanding an end to the quota auction system, saying it fuels job insecurity and prevents long-term employees from securing permanent contracts. They argue the auction system favours the highest bidders, prevents companies from predicting future capacity, and has led to workers remaining on fixed-term contracts for years and widespread retrenchments in the sector.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian netball legends say the sport has made progress over 36 years but needs more investment in grassroots development, infrastructure, coaching, and funding to sustain growth. They note that while players now receive some payment and professional opportunities, better pathways from schools to the national level and stronger support systems are essential.
30 March 2026 · New Era →
The Erongo region has launched a Rural Development Forum to promote inclusive growth and improve rural communities' lives by bringing together stakeholders from government, NGOs, and the private sector. Governor Natalia /Goagoses said the initiative aligns with the sixth National Development Plan and aims to address persistent inequalities between rural and urban areas through improved infrastructure, economic opportunities, and grassroots-driven development.
27 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Erongo Governor Natalia /Goagoses called for improved living conditions in rural communities at a regional development forum, emphasizing that development policies must translate into real change and address challenges including water scarcity, youth unemployment, and limited farming opportunities. The Regional Council chairperson stressed the importance of partnerships and coordination among government and private sector stakeholders in improving service delivery and creating economic opportunities.
26 March 2026 · New Era →
Erongo governor Natalia /Goagoses cautioned residents at Independence Day celebrations in Karibib not to take democracy for granted, urging all to maintain and safeguard peace and stability. She highlighted regional challenges including water scarcity and pledged to prioritise development funding for youth, women and vulnerable groups, while a liberation war veteran called for policy reform to ensure mineral wealth benefits all citizens.
23 March 2026 · New Era →