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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The Namibian
Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate visited the school to commend its management, staff and pupils
“The announcement was made during Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate's school visit, which aimed to commend the school's management, staff and pupils following its outstanding performance in the 2025 Grade 12 examination results.”
Epukiro Secondary School raises over N$175 000 for infrastructure developmentNew Era
Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate said the achievement reflects dedication and hard work across government and communities
“Leading the congratulatory message pack is the Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate, who said the remarkable achievement, together with the commendable performance of other schools in the region, reflects the dedication and hard work of the government, the education directorate, school leadership, educators, learners, parents, political leadership, traditional authorities, school boards and communities in advancing academic excellence.”
Omaheke celebrates Epukiro school … all 63 learners make varsity cutThe Namibian
Governor Pijoo Nganate announced roughly 800 people died from malnutrition in Omaheke between 2022 and 2024
“This is according to Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate in August 2024, during his state of the region address.”
Omaheke commits to ending malnutritionThe Namibian
Governor Pijoo Nganate announced in interview with Desert FM his office will distribute nutritious meals to about 460 children and 40 adults
“The governor announced in an interview with Desert FM in January that his office will start distributing nutritious meals to about 460 children and 40 adults.”
Omaheke commits to ending malnutritionThe Namibian
Pijoo Nganate said 45 children under five died from malnutrition in previous six months
“In July, Omaheke regional governor Pijoo Nganate said he was concerned after 45 children under five died in the previous six months as a result of the malnutrition crisis in the region.”
Reflecting on a year of health challengesPrime 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 →