Oshana Regional Council

Regional government authority in northern Namibia that received an integrated land-use plan and manages infrastructure, employment, and development across its constituencies.

2026-01-062026-10-06

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September 2026
14 SeptThe Namibian
Oshana Regional Council received the official handover of the Oshana integrated regional land use plan
Source
“The money covered consultancy fees and the hosting and catering costs of community planning workshops held during the development of the plan. Agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform acting executive director Petrus-Canisius Nangolo revealed the cost during the official handover of the plan to the Oshana Regional Council at Oshakati on Friday.”
Oshana land-use plan costs N$4.8 million
14 SeptInformanté
Oshana Regional Council funded the Haimbodi Hamukoto Growth Centre electrification infrastructure
Source
“Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy Modestus Amutse officially commissioned the electrification infrastructure at the centre, which was funded by the Oshana Regional Council and executed by NORED with assistance from Forever Electrical and Construction.”
Haimbodi Hamukoto Growth Centre electrified
14 SeptWindhoek Observer
Oshana Regional Council recorded 1,177 plots allocated in municipal areas during the reporting period
Source
“Oshana regional council's 2026 State of the Region report recorded 1 177 plots allocated in municipal areas during the reporting period, including allocations by the Ongwediva and Oshakati town councils, the Shack Dwellers Federation, SME developers and the National Housing Enterprise.”
Oshana land-use plan targets orderly growth amid rising pressure
August 2026
20 AugThe Namibian
Oshana Regional Council recorded progress in economic growth, infrastructure development, job creation and social services
Source
“The Oshana region recorded progress in economic growth, infrastructure development, job creation and social services during the 2025/2026 financial year, but unemployment, limited resources and project delays remain key challenges.”
Oshana’s growth comes with challenges
14 AugNamibian Sun
Oshana Regional Council announced the reappointment of Teopolina Hamutumua as chief regional officer for an additional five-year term
Source
“The Oshana Regional Council has announced the reappointment of Teopolina Hamutumua as chief regional officer for an additional five-year term, from 1 September to 31 August 2031.”
Hamutumua retains seat
March 2026
1 MarThe Namibian
Oshana Regional Council received adverse opinion for years ended March 2022 and 2023
Source
“Kandjeke gave the council an adverse opinion, which means financial statements are misleading and do not accurately represent its financial position.”
Aroab village buried in N$4.4m debt
February 2026
4 FebNew Era
Oshana Regional Council provided photos of the meeting
Source
“Photos: Oshana Regional Council”
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Agriculture & Land

Oshana regional land-use plan costs N$4.76 million

The News

The government spent about N$4.76 million to develop an Oshana integrated regional land-use plan to guide land allocation and development for the next 10 years, with costs covering consultancy fees and community planning workshops. The plan includes maps of current and potential land uses across the region's constituencies and a GIS database, and the ministry will train regional council officials to implement, monitor, and update it.

14 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 14 September

Oshana regional land-use plan costs N$4.76 million
The government spent about N$4.76 million to develop an Oshana integrated regional land-use plan to guide land allocation and development for the next 10 years, with costs covering consultancy fees and community planning workshops. The plan includes maps of current and potential land uses across the region's constituencies and a GIS database, and the ministry will train regional council officials to implement, monitor, and update it.
14 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Haimbodi Hamukoto Growth Centre electrified in Okatana Constituency
The Haimbodi Hamukoto Growth Centre in Epanya Village, Okatana Constituency, has been electrified at a cost of N$681,365.83, with the government viewing the infrastructure as a catalyst for local businesses and socio-economic development. The project was funded by the Oshana Regional Council and executed by NORED with assistance from Forever Electrical and Construction.
14 September 2026 · Informanté →
Oshana region receives integrated land-use plan framework
The Oshana Regional Council received an Integrated Regional Land Use Plan to guide development across towns, infrastructure and agriculture, costing more than N$4 million. The plan is intended to balance competing land demands as the region's population grew from 201,363 to 230,801 between census periods, increasing pressure on limited land and natural resources.
14 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Friday 4 September

Oshana region burned 38,286 hectares in second major fire
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism briefed on veld fires in northern Namibia, reporting that 3,269 hectares burned in Oshana during the last fire season. A second major fire burned 38,286 hectares across 16 areas, with the ministry identifying 17 priority fire cutlines for maintenance in 2026 to help prevent and mitigate wildfires.
4 September 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 20 August

Oshana region records growth but faces unemployment challenges
The Oshana Regional Council reported economic progress in 2025/2026, including job creation, infrastructure development and education gains, but cited persistent unemployment and limited resources as key obstacles. The region created 120 permanent and 1,681 temporary jobs and invested about N$357.3 million in infrastructure projects.
20 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 18 August

MPs investigate cash loans' impact on Namibians
A National Assembly committee held public hearings in Oshakati to examine whether existing laws protect Namibians from exploitation by lending institutions and informal money lenders. Lawmakers expressed concern that mushrooming cash loans have pushed many into financial distress, with some suicides linked to high debt levels.
18 August 2026 · New Era →

Friday 14 August

Hamutumua reappointed chief regional officer in Oshana
The Oshana Regional Council has reappointed Teopolina Hamutumua as chief regional officer for a five-year term from 1 September to 31 August 2031.
14 August 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Monday 3 August

Health Ministry wins Nipam overall public sector award
The Ministry of Health and Social Services won the overall award at Nipam's second public sector awards ceremony in Windhoek, recognized for investing in professional development and employee capacity building. The ceremony also celebrated 38 public servants who completed Nipam's accredited management programmes at NQF levels 6, 7 and 8.
3 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 31 March

Oshana governor disputes authority to override council resolution
Oshana governor Hofni Iipinge defended relocating a planned sports facility without following a regional council resolution, saying he exercised his discretion in the decision. Councillor Andreas Amundjindi had criticized the move, arguing it overrode council agreement and was tribally motivated.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 30 March

Oshana governor Iipinge pursues practical development agenda
Governor Hofni Alugodhi Iipinge, appointed eight months ago, is pursuing action-oriented leadership in Oshana focused on agriculture, education, and youth employment through grassroots engagement and consultation with communities and traditional leaders. His priorities include a 10-hectare agricultural project to employ young people, improving school infrastructure and performance, and implementing government programmes through ongoing decentralisation efforts.
30 March 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 19 March

Rural-urban migration drives Namibia toward 50-50 population split
Poor living conditions and lack of employment and services in rural areas are driving Namibians to towns and cities, with the rural and urban population now roughly equal. The government is implementing programmes including small-scale farming support and infrastructure development in rural areas to create opportunities and encourage people to remain in villages.
19 March 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 1 March

Auditor cites accounting gaps in Aroab Village Council finances
The auditor general's report on Aroab Village Council for the year ended 30 June 2019 reveals N$4.4 million in debt, significant accounting discrepancies, and missing financial documentation, prompting a disclaimer audit opinion. The council is advised to establish an acceptable accounting framework and ensure supporting documents are provided for trade payables and adjustments.
1 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 4 February

Oshana Governor convenes regional and local authorities
Oshana Governor Hofni Iipinge held a consultative meeting with regional and local authorities to align leadership around a shared vision and renew commitment to ethical governance and development that improves people's lives.
4 February 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 6 January

Okatana councillor Ashipala unveils five-point development agenda
Newly sworn-in Okatana constituency councillor Petrus Ashipala has outlined five long-term development goals focused on climate-resilient infrastructure, economic diversification, land and housing access, social development, and good governance, aligned with the Oshana Regional Council's strategic plan, Namibia's sixth national development plan, and the Swapo Party manifesto.
6 January 2026 · New Era →