Also known as: Governor Pijoo Nganate · Omaheke Governor Pijoo Nganate
Pijoo Nganate — Governor of Omaheke Region, addressing social welfare, healthcare, mining, and development initiatives across the region.
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Windhoek Observer
Pijoo Nganate stated categorically management of Farm Nuwehoop is driven by his office
“The governor of Omaheke, Pijoo Nganate, with a detectable sense of arrogance, was categorical that management affairs relating to the farm currently are driven by his office and that it is a project under his authority and not a youth-specific project.”
Nuwehoop – a development or a matter of dicing with it to feather your own nests?The Namibian
Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate wants bottle stores to close by 18h00 and bars to stop at 22h00
“Meanwhile, Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate wants bottle stores to close by 18h00 and bars to stop operating at 22h00 to reduce alcohol abuse and boost productivity in the region.”
‘Tombo is all we have’Windhoek Observer
Pijoo Nganate welcomed the contribution as a meaningful investment in the region's vulnerable citizens
“Nganate welcomed the contribution, describing it as a meaningful investment in the region's most vulnerable citizens and noting that the upgrades would enhance the wellbeing of the elderly while creating better learning prospects for children in the Gobabis community.”
OBSERVER COASTAL | Swakop Uranium Foundation injects N$500k into Gobabis care facilitiesThe Namibian
Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate attended the Miss Namibia Epukiro Horse Racing Club Challenge at Gobabis Turf Club
“The event, which Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate and Katutura Central constituency councillor Vezemba Katjaimo attended, started with the 800m juveniles race.”
Pee Jay takes main race at GobabisThe Namibian
Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate said vulnerable children and GBV survivors struggle to access essential social welfare services
“In a recent interview with The Namibian, Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate said vulnerable children and survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) are among those most affected because they struggle to access essential social welfare services.”
Only three social workers serve OmahekeNamibian Sun
Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate says expecting people outside Windhoek to rely solely on capital for essential government services defeats decentralisation purpose
“Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate says expecting people outside Windhoek to rely solely on the capital for essential government services defeats the purpose of decentralisation.”
'Get out of our offices, go where the people are'The Namibian
Pijoo Nganate says rural communities need to be convinced to buy into e-IDs if rollout is to be inclusive
“Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate says rural communities, particularly the marginalised, need to be convinced to buy into electronic identification documents (e-IDs) the government intends to introduce, if it is to be inclusive.”
Marginalised communities need inclusion in e-ID rolloutWindhoek Observer
Governor Pijoo Nganate called for an end to inefficiency and poor work culture in the public sector
“In Omaheke, Governor Pijoo Nganate took a firmer stance, calling for an end to inefficiency and poor work culture in the public sector.”
Governors’ State of the Region addresses under scrutiny over impactNamibian Sun
Governor Pijoo Nganate revealed figures on over N$12 million in social grants disbursed
The Namibian
Pijoo Nganate encouraged government officials to use public healthcare facilities in Omaheke region
“Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate has told government officials to use public healthcare facilities in the Omaheke region, since they have been upgraded.”
Omaheke governor Nganate encourages top officials to use state hospitalsThe governor of Omaheke asserts that management of Farm Nuwehoop is driven by his office as a project under his authority, while the Omaheke Regional Youth Forum contends that the National Youth Council of Namibia is the statutory body mandated to coordinate youth development. The Swakopmund Uranium Foundation has pledged about six million for the project.
28 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The governor of Omaheke asserts that management of Farm Nuwehoop is driven by his office as a project under his authority, while the Omaheke Regional Youth Forum contends that the National Youth Council of Namibia is the statutory body mandated to coordinate youth development. The Swakopmund Uranium Foundation has pledged about six million for the project.
28 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Young unemployed mothers in Kanaan B settlement at Gobabis drink tombo, a homemade brew, throughout the day to relieve hunger pangs in an informal settlement lacking running water, electricity, toilets, and food. Authorities identify alcohol as a major challenge linked to child neglect, crime, domestic violence, and poor productivity in the area.
12 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Swakop Uranium Foundation has invested approximately N$500,000 to upgrade the Epako Old Age Home and Light of the Children Kindergarten in Gobabis, funding infrastructure improvements, equipment, and maintenance such as new kitchen equipment, laundry machines, furniture, repainting, and repairs to windows and doors.
6 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Pee Jay, owned by Sakkie Burger and ridden by Johnie Jacobus, won the 2 400m main race at the Miss Namibia Epukiro Horse Racing Club Challenge at the Gobabis Turf Club on Saturday, with Woodland Ridge second and Equerry third.
4 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Omaheke's three social workers serve all seven constituencies, leaving vulnerable children and survivors of gender-based violence with limited access to social welfare services. The region faces challenges including limited funding, staff burnout, vacant positions, and no emergency shelters or designated places of safety.
3 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Charene Labuschagne was crowned Miss Namibia 2026 at a ceremony at Die Dam Resort on Saturday evening after competing against nine other finalists. Rachelle Hamases was named first runner-up and Albertina Haimbala second runner-up; Labuschagne received prizes including a house, luxury vehicle, and cash.
3 August 2026 · New Era →
Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate argues that expecting people outside Windhoek to rely solely on the capital for essential government services defeats the purpose of decentralisation.
30 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate says rural and marginalised communities, particularly the San population, need to be convinced to adopt the government's planned electronic identification documents if the rollout is to be inclusive. A team from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, partnering with UNDP, is visiting all seven constituencies in the region this week to explain the chip-based e-ID, with concerns raised about low literacy levels among marginalised groups.
29 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security launched a national electronic identity awareness campaign in Omaheke, the first region in a nationwide stakeholder engagement drive ahead of Namibia's planned e-ID system rollout in September. The campaign aims to explain the benefits of the digital identity programme and address public concerns over data protection and privacy.
29 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Ministry of Home Affairs has dismissed religious concerns about the electronic identification (e-ID) system, set to roll out in September, describing it as a modern innovation to streamline service delivery. The ministry is conducting awareness campaigns to address fears and misconceptions, clarifying that the chip will be embedded in the card itself rather than implanted in individuals, and that the card will be valid for ten years.
29 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Questions are being raised about the effectiveness of Namibia's annual State of the Region Addresses, as analysts question whether the speeches translate into tangible development or remain largely ceremonial. Governance observers argue that many issues raised in SORAs remain unchanged year to year, including unemployment, housing shortages, inadequate water supply, and poor road infrastructure.
28 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Khoandawes Taradi Omkhaikus Cultural Group donated four goats and four sheep to the Miss Namibia Organisation ahead of the national finals in Gobabis, with each pageant winner to receive two goats and two sheep as a gesture celebrating Namibian culture and heritage.
26 July 2026 · Informanté →
More than N$12 million in social grants was disbursed to over 17,600 beneficiaries in the Omaheke Region during the reporting period, according to Governor Pijoo Nganate.
24 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate has told government officials to use public healthcare facilities in the region, saying they have been upgraded with improved cleanliness and service delivery. The Ministry of Health and Social Services has maintained, renovated and rehabilitated healthcare infrastructure across the region, including work on Gobabis District Hospital's entrance, power generation, and facilities at Epako and Eiseb clinics.
18 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Omaheke Governor Pijoo Nganate defended the region's development record, citing gains in agriculture, healthcare, housing and infrastructure, and argued mining could reduce poverty. Community members countered that rural areas have seen little change despite decades of promises, with development concentrated around Gobabis while communal areas lag behind.
15 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate announced a partnership with HeadStartKids Namibia to develop a five-year climate resilient child nutrition and essential services initiative aimed at reducing child malnutrition. The programme includes fortified meals, micronutrient supplementation, growth monitoring, deworming, solar clinics, and capacity building for children aged six to 60 months.
14 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Governor of the Omaheke Region, Pijoo Nganate, has described the proposed uranium mining project near Leonardville by Headspring Investment as a significant economic opportunity and urged the community to consider its potential benefits for employment and poverty reduction, while acknowledging concerns about impact on the regional aquifer.
14 July 2026 · Informanté →
An eight-year-old girl with mobility disabilities at a Children's Sanctuary in Drimiopsis received a wheelchair from members of the Namibian Defence Force's 126 Motorised Infantry Battalion following an appeal made during Vice President Lucia Witbooi's January visit to the Kalahari Constituency.
9 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
An eight-year-old girl from the Omaheke Region living with a mobility disability received a wheelchair donated by members of the Namibian Defence Force's 126 Motorised Infantry Battalion, following an appeal made during the Vice President's visit to the region in January 2026. Officials emphasised the donation's demonstration of compassion and the potential for acts of kindness to transform vulnerable members of society.
7 July 2026 · Informanté →
The Swakop Uranium Foundation invested N$3 million to rehabilitate Farm Nuwehoop in Omaheke Region, upgrading infrastructure with boreholes, water tanks, livestock facilities, and greenhouses to improve food security for vulnerable populations while generating income through surplus sales.
2 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Child hunger in Omaheke Region persists despite Namibia's economic potential, with regional leaders expressing concern. NamRA employees donated food items worth more than N$44,000 to community organisations caring for vulnerable children.
18 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
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 →