Also known as: Governor Pijoo Nganate
Governor of Omaheke region, launched Otjombinde Sports Field construction and pledged collaboration on regional service delivery.
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Windhoek Observer
Pijoo Nganate has supported the project, saying it could help reduce poverty in the region if managed safely
“Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate has supported the project, saying it could help reduce poverty in the region if managed safely.”
Namibians visit uranium mine in RussiaNew Era
Omaheke Governor Pijoo Nganate said the Otjombinde Sports Field construction is part of government decentralisation policy
“Omaheke Governor Pijoo Nganate said the construction of the Otjombinde Sports Field in Tallismanus is part of the government decentralisation policy.”
Nganate: Otjombinde sports field part of decentralisationNew Era
Nganate said government commitment to build sports facilities aims to ensure young people have access to proper sporting facilities
“"Our government's commitment to build sports facilities is aimed at ensuring that young people across regions have access to proper sporting facilities, which is essential for talent development, entertainment and discipline," he said.”
Nganate: Otjombinde sports field part of decentralisationNew Era
Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate said they cannot continue swimming in poverty while a resource could change their lives
“However, Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate said they cannot continue swimming in a pool of poverty while there is a resource that could change their lives forever.”
MPs back Leonardville uranium project …Rosatom promises a US$5b investmentNew Era
Nganate underscored the importance of operational synergies amongst the region's public institutions
“Nganate underscored the importance of operational synergies amongst the region's public institutions, especially those entrusted with the tasks of getting basic but highly vital services to the region's inhabitants.”
Omaheke chooses collaboration over pettinessNew Era
Pijoo Nganate provided support to the Omaheke Career Fair as the region's governor
“Wantenaar also commended the entire team for upholding professionalism, coordination and excellence in execution. "Together, we are shaping futures. Our political leadership in Omaheke is commendable and inspiring," she said, and appreciated the support from the region's governor, Pijoo Nganate, and the presence of deputy education minister Dino Ballotti at the event.”
Omaheke career fair hailed a successNew Era
Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate is thanked by NBC for support of the Miss Namibia pageant
“The NBC thanks Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate, authorities, local businesses and sponsors like Debmarine Namibia for their support.”
Gobabis to host Miss Namibia, Miss Teen 2026Informanté
Luvindao appealed to the Governor of the Omaheke Region, Pijoo Nganate, to take responsibility and work collectively to improve healthcare quality
“Luvindao also appealed to the Governor of the Omaheke Region, Pijoo Nganate, and the region's local leadership to take responsibility and work collectively to improve the quality of healthcare in the region.”
Luvindao warns HIV room labels fuel stigmaNew Era
Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate reported that the region has and continues to implement several initiatives for indigenous minorities
“On his part, Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate reported that the region has and continues to implement several initiatives that seek to inclusively improve food accessibility, restore dignity and alleviate hunger among the indigenous minorities.”
VP engages Omaheke's marginalisedNew Era
Governor Pijoo Nganate accompanied the minister during two-day oversight visit to Omaheke
“During her two-day oversight visit to Omaheke, where she was accompanied by Governor Pijoo Nganate and various senior political leaders, the minister discovered that work on the theatre of the region's biggest state hospital remains incomplete.”
Gobabis hospital irks LuvindaoPrime Minister Elijah Ngurare says providing every village with two boreholes is possible under president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's leadership. He visited a community garden project at Otjombinde and said the initiative would fight malnutrition, create rural employment, improve food security, and support livestock farming and irrigation.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare says providing every village with two boreholes is possible under president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's leadership. He visited a community garden project at Otjombinde and said the initiative would fight malnutrition, create rural employment, improve food security, and support livestock farming and irrigation.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
A delegation of Namibian farmers, a journalist, and employees from Headspring Investments visited the Dalur in-situ uranium mine in Russia to learn about its operations and extraction methods. The mine uses in-situ leaching, which dissolves uranium underground and pumps it to the surface, avoiding open-pit mining, tunnelling, and tailings ponds.
26 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi received a donation of doors, locks, and security lighting from Pupkewitz Megabuild for Mokganedi Tlhabanello High School in Omaheke Region, emphasising the importance of private sector support in strengthening Namibia's education system and creating safe learning environments.
29 March 2026 · Informanté →
Omaheke Governor Pijoo Nganate launched the construction of the Otjombinde Sports Field in Tallismanus on Thursday, describing it as part of the government's decentralisation policy to bring development and sporting facilities closer to communities. The facility will include football, netball, volleyball and basketball courts, and is intended to support talent development, youth engagement and community gatherings while creating local employment opportunities in construction and related services.
16 March 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources has backed uranium exploration by Russian state-owned Rosatom in the Omaheke region, citing potential for billions in investment and thousands of jobs, though the project faces resistance from environmentalists and farmers concerned about groundwater contamination.
5 March 2026 · New Era →
Omaheke Regional Council chairperson Rocco Nguvauva and governor Pijoo Nganate opened 2026 activities with a call for stronger cooperation among public institutions and stakeholders to improve service delivery, reduce unemployment, and raise living standards across the region.
5 March 2026 · New Era →
Omaheke region held its inaugural Career Fair at Gobabis showgrounds, attracting about 1,500 learners from seven constituencies to explore education and career pathways. Education director Constance Wantenaar described the event as successful and a bridge between aspiration and opportunity, supported by universities, training institutions, banks, and government partners.
2 March 2026 · New Era →
The NBC has decided to bring the Miss Namibia and Miss Teen 2026 pageants to Gobabis, completing hosting of the event across all four corners of Namibia. The move is expected to boost local tourism and regional economy through increased visitor numbers and media coverage, while promoting youth empowerment and regional inclusivity.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Health Minister Dr Esperance Luvindao expressed concern that labelling hospital rooms for HIV treatment fuels stigma, with patients reporting they avoid treatment to prevent being seen entering such facilities. During a visit to Epako Clinic in Omaheke Region, she discussed plans to improve healthcare delivery, including pharmacy expansion, ventilation upgrades, and completion of a theatre at Gobabis Hospital to ease clinic congestion.
12 February 2026 · Informanté →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi visited indigenous and previously marginalised communities in Omaheke region to assess housing provision for the San and ongoing development initiatives. She attended the groundbreaking ceremony of the N/a'an ku sê Eco Village and Epukiro upliftment project, which aims to construct 40 housing units and integrate social welfare, economic empowerment, education, food security and cultural preservation.
11 February 2026 · New Era →
Health minister Dr Esperance Luvindao expressed frustration over a multi-million-dollar Gobabis State Hospital theatre renovation that has taken nearly six years and repeatedly missed deadlines under the same contractor, who previously failed to complete similar work at Rundu State Hospital. Luvindao has directed immediate termination of all outstanding and delayed contracts, warning that performance will now be consistently linked to employment retention.
30 January 2026 · New Era →
Epukiro Secondary School in Omaheke raised N$176,600 from community donations during a visit by the regional governor, who commended the school's fourth-place national ranking in Grade 12 exams. The funds will support infrastructure improvements, though the principal noted ongoing challenges including overcrowded classrooms and deteriorating facilities.
26 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Epukiro Secondary School in Omaheke achieved fourth position nationally in grade 12 results, with all 63 learners who sat the examination qualifying for tertiary education. Regional leaders and traditional authorities credited the school's success to teamwork, dedication of staff and community support.
20 January 2026 · New Era →