Pendapala Nakathingo

2025-01-222026-10-21

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September 2026
21 SeptThe Namibian
Namibia Bus and Taxi Association secretary general Pendapala Nakathingo said the association rejects suggestion that bus operators should face human trafficking charges
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“Namibia Bus and Taxi Association (Nabta) secretary general Pendapala Nakathingo yesterday said the association supports the police's efforts to address the movement of Angolan children but rejects the suggestion that bus and taxi operators should face human trafficking charges for transporting them.”
Police warn bus operators transporting undocumented Angolan children
21 SeptThe Namibian
Nakathingo proposed establishment of joint committee with police, taxi representatives, immigration officials, and councils
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“Nakathingo proposed the establishment of a joint committee comprising the police, taxi representatives, immigration officials, regional councils and local authorities to address the issue.”
Police warn bus operators transporting undocumented Angolan children
August 2026
19 AugThe Namibian
Pendapala Nakathingo is secretary general of Namibia Bus and Taxi Association
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“The initiative was also confirmed by the secretary general of the Namibia Bus and Taxi Association Pendapala Nakathingo who says he will represent the transport sector on the committee”
Government moves to recognise informal economy
4 AugThe Namibian
Nabta secretary general Pendapala Nakathingo said many motorists cannot afford fines and face warrants of arrest
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“He says many motorists with outstanding fines are already facing warrants of arrest, not because they deliberately refused to pay, but because they cannot afford to.”
How to pay expired traffic fines via EFT
July 2026
16 JulThe Namibian
Nabta secretary general Pendapala Nakathingo says City of Windhoek should consider expanding roads and reviewing traffic flow
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“He says the City of Windhoek should consider expanding roads and reviewing traffic flow to accommodate the increasing number of vehicles.”
Windhoek traffic jams leave commuters frustrated
9 JulWindhoek Observer
NABTA secretary general Pendapala Nakathingo said public transport plays critical role in Namibia but sector faces serious safety challenges
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“Appearing before the Parliamentary Committee on Transport on Tuesday, NABTA secretary general Pendapala Nakathingo said public transport plays a critical role in Namibia's daily movement of people, but the sector is facing serious safety challenges.”
NABTA urges parliament to act as road accidents threaten public transport safety
8 JulThe Namibian
Pendapala Nakathingo made proposals for automatic fire extinguisher systems in all public transport vehicles
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“"We propose automatic fire extinguisher systems in all public transport vehicles," Nakathingo said.”
Taxi association proposes fire safety overhaul
8 JulThe Namibian
Pendapala Nakathingo called for manual passenger registration through control sheet books
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“Nakathingo also called for the introduction of manual passenger registration through control sheet books, saying the records would assist emergency responders and investigators in identifying victims after major crashes.”
Taxi association proposes fire safety overhaul
June 2026
15 JunThe Namibian
Nabta secretary general Pendapala Nakathingo announced launch of Smart Taxi Association Platform digital system
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“Nabta secretary general Pendapala Nakathingo yesterday said the association's comeback will be marked by the launch of the Smart Taxi Association Platform, a digital system designed to formalise and regulate the transport industry, protect drivers and vehicle owners, and improve passenger safety.”
Taxi body eyes comebackwith digital platform
May 2026
8 MayWindhoek Observer
Secretary general of Namibia Bus and Taxi Association Pendapala Nakathingo said increase falls short but still provides some relief
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“The secretary general of the Namibia Bus and Taxi Association (Nabta), Pendapala Nakathingo, said the increase falls short of what operators requested but still provides some relief.”
No fare hike for illegal taxis and passenger buses

Society

Police warn bus operators against transporting undocumented Angolan children

The News

Oshana police commander Andreas Shilelo has warned long-distance bus operators and drivers against transporting undocumented Angolan children and foreign nationals, saying it could constitute human trafficking under Namibia's immigration laws. Shilelo said police had received reports that children aged 7–15 from southern Angola were being transported at night to Windhoek, Swakopmund, Walvis Bay and Lüderitz without national documents.

21 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 21 September

Police warn bus operators against transporting undocumented Angolan children
Oshana police commander Andreas Shilelo has warned long-distance bus operators and drivers against transporting undocumented Angolan children and foreign nationals, saying it could constitute human trafficking under Namibia's immigration laws. Shilelo said police had received reports that children aged 7–15 from southern Angola were being transported at night to Windhoek, Swakopmund, Walvis Bay and Lüderitz without national documents.
21 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 19 August

Government establishes committee on informal economy institutionalisation
The government has established a National Technical Committee on Institutionalisation of the Informal Economy to design inclusive legal frameworks and budget for social protection and financial inclusion for the informal sector, which accounts for about 57% of Namibian employment according to informal economy advocates.
19 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 4 August

Namibia offers two-month amnesty for expired traffic fines
Motorists with expired admission of guilt traffic fines can now settle outstanding fines via electronic funds transfer from August 3 to September 30, without appearing in court. The Office of the Judiciary and police announced the amnesty to help clear outstanding traffic matters and reduce case backlogs, though the Namibia Bus and Taxi Association argues the government should consider writing off fines instead.
4 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 16 July

Windhoek commuters frustrated by worsening traffic congestion
Road users in Windhoek report spending hours on the road during peak periods, with journey times significantly longer than before. An Elisenheim resident cited a morning trip that now takes 45 minutes to over an hour, compared to 30 minutes previously, and identified a bottleneck near the B1 and Namibia Breweries turnoff where traffic lights have not been functioning.
16 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 9 July

NABTA calls on Parliament to address public transport safety
The Namibia Bus and Taxi Association has urged Parliament to intervene on rising road accidents in the public transport sector, citing factors including driver fatigue, speeding, reckless driving, substance use, overloading, poor vehicle maintenance and ageing fleets. The association told lawmakers that public transport moves over 70% of Namibians daily and warned that continued inaction threatens passenger and driver safety.
9 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 8 July

Taxi association proposes fire suppression for public transport
The Namibia Bus and Taxi Association has proposed mandatory automatic fire suppression systems and passenger registers for all public transport vehicles to improve safety and reduce fatalities in incidents involving fire and collisions.
8 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 15 June

Namibia taxi body seeks comeback via digital platform
The Namibia Bus and Taxi Association (Nabta), deregistered in 2024 for failing to submit its annual return, has now submitted the return which is under review, and plans to relaunch with a digital platform to formalise and improve transport safety and accountability.
15 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 10 May

Transport fares rise N$13 to N$15 amid stagnant commuter wages
Public transport fares between towns will increase from N$13 to N$15 from 18 May, according to Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi, following taxi drivers' complaints about fuel price hikes with no fare adjustment since 2021. Commuters say the increase will worsen their financial difficulties while their salaries remain unchanged.
10 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 8 May

Fare increase applies only to legal operators, minister warns
Namibia's works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi has warned that illegal taxi and bus operators will not be permitted to increase fares under a newly approved 15% public transport tariff adjustment that takes effect on 18 May, with the minimum taxi fare rising from N$13 to N$15.
8 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 7 April

Bus and taxi association warns against fake fare hikes
The Namibia Bus and Taxi Association has warned operators not to overcharge passengers, saying no fares have officially increased yet. The association says a fake document bearing its letterhead with new transport fares is circulating on social media and urges passengers to report any overcharging to police.
7 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 31 March

Economists warn government fuel subsidy unsustainable
The government's N$500 million monthly fuel subsidy in response to rising oil prices is unsustainable and will not effectively help the poorest Namibians, according to economists. Several specialists argue direct cash grants to low-income groups would be more effective than broad price subsidies, while transport operators warn of industry strain from the fuel increases.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 8 March

Swakopmund roadworthy testing centre backlog strains motorists
Thousands of motorists at Swakopmund face delays of up to a month for roadworthy testing appointments at the Natis centre, attributed by the Transport Minister to increased demand following the temporary closure of the Walvis Bay testing facility. The backlog has sparked concerns from road safety experts, vehicle dealers, and public transport operators about unsafe vehicles remaining on the road and business disruptions, though the Roads Authority says it will extend weekend hours to address the delays.
8 March 2026 · The Namibian →