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June 2026
Informanté
Roads Authorityhas announcedinstallation of speed humps at selected locations along B1 Western Bypass
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“THE Roads Authority (RA) has announced the installation of speed humps at selected locations along the B1 Western Bypass in Windhoek, a move that will temporarily disrupt traffic between the Independence Avenue Interchange (Katutura Hospital area) and the Lafrenz Interchange.”
Roads Authoritypaid private lawyersmore than N$2.6 million to discipline and fire two executives
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“The Roads Authority has paid private lawyers more than N$2.6 million to discipline and fire two executives – an expense labour experts say lays bare how parastatals squander public money.”
Roads Authorityappealed tomembers of the public to assist regarding reckless driving videos
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“Amid growing concern over road safety, the Roads Authority (RA) has appealed to members of the public to assist authorities regarding videos circulating on social media allegedly depicting reckless driving.”
Roads Authorityurgedthose with information to contact the Namibian Police Traffic Unit Commissioner
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“In a public notice, the RA urged those who may have additional information to contact the Namibian Police Traffic Unit's Commissioner Petrus Swartz at 081 241 9276.”
The Roads Authorityurged motorists to drive with caution on the road between Swakopmund and Arandiswhere maintenance work is currently underway
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“The Roads Authority (RA) has urged motorists to drive with caution on the road between Swakopmund and Arandis, where maintenance work is currently underway.”
The RAsaysall necessary traffic signs have been installed, and a 24/7 traffic accommodation system is in place
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“The RA says all necessary traffic signs have been installed, and a 24/7 traffic accommodation system is in place to ensure the continued movement of vehicles.”
Roads Authorityappealed to the public tocome forward and assist police with investigations
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“THE Roads Authority has appealed to a member of the public who recently captured images of a truck overtaking on a solid line to come forward and assist the police with investigations into the incident.”
Roads AuthoritydismissedBoois and Milingi for serious misconduct following three-year disciplinary process
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“The Roads Authority argued that Boois, Executive Officer for Transportation, and Milingi, Divisional Manager for the Transport Inspectorate, were dismissed for serious misconduct following a three-year disciplinary process and are now seeking to hijack the High Court's urgent roll to stay a domestic appeal process that they themselves initiated.”
The Roads Authority has begun installing speed humps at selected locations on the B1 Western Bypass in Windhoek to reduce pedestrian-related crashes, which have included fatalities. Construction started on 5 June 2026 and will temporarily disrupt traffic with lane closures between Independence Avenue Interchange and Lafrenz Interchange.
Why it matters
Roads Authority's speed hump installation on B1 Western Bypass directly addresses fatal pedestrian crashes and public safety on Windhoek's critical corridor.
The Roads Authority has begun installing speed humps at selected locations on the B1 Western Bypass in Windhoek to reduce pedestrian-related crashes, which have included fatalities. Construction started on 5 June 2026 and will temporarily disrupt traffic with lane closures between Independence Avenue Interchange and Lafrenz Interchange.
The Roads Authority has begun construction of speed humps along the B1 Western Bypass and A1 road south of Windhoek to reduce pedestrian fatalities and improve road safety. The work, initiated by transport minister Veikko Nekundi, will cause temporary traffic disruptions as one lane is closed at a time on the affected sections.
The Roads Authority paid private lawyers more than N$2.6 million to discipline and fire two executives accused of inflating a vehicle procurement tender. Labour experts say the expense demonstrates how parastatals squander public money.
Namibia recorded 1,072 crashes, 1,767 injuries and 184 fatalities between 1 January and 17 May 2026. The Roads Authority has appealed to the public for assistance regarding videos of reckless driving and urged early emergency response following accidents.
The Ministry of Works and Transport plans to construct dual-carriageway freeways across Namibia to reduce road accidents and improve transport efficiency. The government will start construction of the Usakos-Arandis dual-carriageway this year, prioritising key roads with heavy traffic volumes and accident records including Windhoek-Okahandja, Swakopmund and Walvis Bay.
The Roads Authority has urged motorists to drive with caution on the road between Swakopmund and Arandis, where maintenance work to repair a damaged culvert is underway about 5km from Arandis. The authority says traffic signs are installed and a 24/7 accommodation system is in place, asking drivers to reduce speed and follow instructions.
Namibian Police chief of traffic law enforcement Petrus Swartz has called on motorists to install dashcams and report reckless driving incidents, saying the strategy aims to create a sense of constant accountability on roads and shift driver behaviour. Swartz stressed that video evidence is most useful when submitted within 24 to 48 hours of an incident.
The Windhoek High Court has struck from the roll an urgent application by former Roads Authority executives Johan Boois and Richard Milinga seeking reinstatement.
The Roads Authority plans to open all Natis centres countrywide over weekends to improve accessibility for clients. Extended weekend operations at Natis Valley Centre in Windhoek are scheduled for 16–17 May and 23–24 May from 08h00 to 14h00, with all services and bookings available during those periods.
The Roads Authority has appealed to a member of the public who captured images of a truck overtaking on a solid line to come forward and assist police investigations, saying the footage is important in addressing reckless driving and improving road safety. Commissioner Petrus Swartz said authorities are committed to tracing drivers involved in dangerous conduct and can pursue both transport company owners and private vehicle owners through official registration records.
A High Court judge has struck from the roll an urgent application by two former Roads Authority executives, Johan Ludwig Boois and Richard Masule Milingi, who sought reinstatement after being dismissed for serious misconduct following a three-year disciplinary process. The executives had challenged the RA's disciplinary procedures and the authority's appeal handling, but the court dismissed their case with no order as to costs.
The Roads Authority has temporarily closed the C13 gravel road between Rosh Pinah and Aussenkehr after flooding from the Orange River submerged part of the route approximately 12 kilometres from the Sendelingsdrift Border Post. Motorists are warned against attempting to cross flooded sections and advised to use alternative routes.
Ride-hailing company Yango Namibia has submitted about 1,500 permit applications and spent N$1.3 million on temporary operating permit fees while navigating administrative delays. The Ministry of Works and Transport has threatened action if Yango and its drivers do not comply with regulations.
A minibus operated by the Ministry of Health and Social Services crashed between Okahandja and Otjiwarongo on Friday, killing eleven people including two nurses and a driver. Sources dispute the ministry's claim that eight victims were patients, alleging they were hitchhikers picked up along the route, which has complicated identification efforts.
The Minister of Works and Transport and Ohangwena Region Governor officially opened the 23 km district road D4119 from Omulonu to Oshuuli on 24 April 2026, funded through Namibian-German Development Cooperation at a contract value of N$53 million. The all-year-round road connects two schools, a heritage centre, and more than 2,000 people in a previously sandy-track area.
The Roads Authority has expressed concern over a surge in fatal road accidents during the long weekend that includes Workers' Day and Cassinga Day, extending condolences to families of victims and urging motorists to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations.
The Roads Authority says multiple fatalities and injuries were recorded during the long weekend covering Workers' Day and Cassinga Day, and has urged motorists to drive responsibly, obey traffic rules, avoid speeding and drunk driving.
The Roads Authority has temporarily closed 14 roads in the ||Kharas region following severe damage caused by heavy rainfall and flooding. The authority is monitoring the areas and will undertake assessments and repairs as conditions permit, advising the public to avoid flooded roads and follow closure signage.
The Roads Authority and West Coast Safety Initiative have urged motorists to exercise caution during the long weekend due to expected higher traffic volumes, citing 143 fatalities, 1,467 injuries and 921 crashes recorded between 1 January and 26 April 2026. Drivers are advised to plan journeys in advance, avoid fatigue, ensure vehicles are roadworthy, and refrain from speeding, reckless overtaking, and driving under the influence.
Opposition leaders and labour experts have raised concerns about "jobs for comrades"—the practice of hiring based on political party membership and regional affiliation rather than merit. The Popular Democratic Movement secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe says the practice undermines fair employment and compromises nationalism, tracing the issue back to post-independence hiring patterns within state-owned enterprises.
The third annual biker awareness gathering in Windhoek aimed to sensitise the public about motorcycle safety. Organisers highlighted that motorcyclists are vulnerable road users and urged all riders to undergo training at accredited riding schools due to increased traffic and more powerful bikes.
Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi ordered an investigation into alleged tribal bias in recruitment at the Roads Authority, finding it employs about 74 people from the Zambezi region compared to more than 300 from northern Namibia. The probe has revived broader allegations of tribalism in hiring practices across Namibian state-owned enterprises and government offices.
Richard Masule Milinga and Grant Charmon Cloete, accused of fraud and using office for gratification in connection with the alleged theft of a Roads Authority weighbridge in Walvis Bay valued over N$2 million, have had their case postponed to 20 August 2026 pending the Prosecutor General's decision on whether to proceed to trial. Both men, released on N$30,000 bail each, also face charges of fraud or theft relating to fraudulent certification of a suspicious invoice valued over N$3 million.
The Roads Authority reported a break-in at its Windhoek head office over the weekend, with seven laptops stolen from the procurement section on the fourth floor. The thieves allegedly entered via balcony rails and also attempted to break into offices on the fifth floor; a theft case has been reported and investigations are ongoing.
Yango says drivers face income loss due to prolonged permit approval delays from the Roads Authority, with some waiting up to 12 months despite submitting required documentation and fees. The company calls on the Ministry of Works and Transport to streamline the process and allow compliant drivers to work while applications are processed.
Road closures in the //Kharas region caused by heavy rainfall have disrupted local farmers' access to markets and workers' commutes to jobs, with alternative routes adding significant travel time and costs. The Roads Authority is assessing damage and advising the public to use alternative routes and report road deterioration.
Main contractor Otesa Civil Engineering denies accusations from 15 SME subcontractors that they were excluded from the Opuwo-Otjivize road upgrade project; Otesa and the Roads Authority confirm SMEs were invited to a briefing and groundbreaking ceremony in November 2025 and maintain that their partnership is contractually secured, though actual construction has not begun pending budget resolution.
The Roads Authority has temporarily closed eight roads in the ||Kharas region due to heavy rainfall and flooding damage. The affected routes include district roads and main road M25; some alternative routes require four-wheel drive vehicles, and the authority will assess and repair roads as conditions improve.
Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi opened a groundbreaking ceremony for a new Namibia Traffic Information System centre in Wanaheda, a two-year project costing N$230 million that will provide licensing, testing, and vehicle permit services closer to residents in areas like Hakahana and Okuryangava. The facility will use digital systems for learner licence testing and roadworthiness checks for light and heavy vehicles, expected to employ about 200 workers.
Two former Roads Authority senior officials have sued the RA for allegedly violating its own disciplinary policy, claiming the entity failed to appoint a proper chairperson for their appeal hearing and breached the 14-day timeline required by policy. They seek reinstatement to their positions and an order setting aside the appeal chairperson's appointment.