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Roads Authority

Also known as: Roads Authority Namibia · Roads Authority-RA Namibia · Roads Authority of Namibia

Roads Authority — Namibian parastatal managing road infrastructure, safety, and vehicle registration services across the country.

2022-11-042026-06-08
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  1. April 2026

  2. Informanté

    Roads Authority urged motorists to exercise caution and prioritise safety during long weekend

    Source

    “THE Roads Authority (RA) and the West Coast Safety Initiative have urged motorists to exercise caution and prioritise safety as higher traffic volumes are expected on major routes during the long weekend.”

    High traffic expected, drivers urged to stay alert

  3. Informanté

    Roads Authority stressed importance of ensuring vehicles are roadworthy before travelling

    Source

    “The Roads Authority further stressed the importance of ensuring that vehicles are roadworthy before travelling, including checking tyres, lights and overall vehicle condition.”

    High traffic expected, drivers urged to stay alert

  4. The Namibian

    Roads Authority allegedly held six senior positions by employees from the Zambezi region

    Source

    “This comes after works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi said he had closed an investigation into alleged tribal bias in recruitments at the Roads Authority (RA), where six senior positions were allegedly held by employees from the Zambezi region.”

    Opposition, experts raise concern over jobs for comrades and hiring bias in Namibia

  5. Informanté

    Roads Authority had a weighbridge stolen in Walvis Bay costing over N$2 million

    Source

    “Milinga and Cloete were arrested for allegedly acting in cahoots to steal a weighbridge belonging to the Roads Authority in Walvis Bay, which cost over N$2 million, and renting it out for their personal gain.”

    RA weighbridge fraud case postponed for PG decision

  6. The Namibian

    Roads Authority opened a case of theft following a break-in at its head office in Windhoek

    Source

    “The Roads Authority (RA) has opened a case of theft following a break-in at its head office in Windhoek, which resulted in the robbery of seven laptops over the weekend.”

    Seven laptops stolen from RA procurement unit

  7. The Namibian

    Roads Authority delayed permit approvals for drivers waiting up to 12 months with no clear timeline

    Source

    “many have waited up to 12 months for permit approvals from the Roads Authority, with no clear timeline or updates.”

    Yango drivers face income loss amid permit delays

  8. New Era

    Roads Authority announced several roads in the region sustained significant damage due to heavy rainfall

    Source

    “Meanwhile, RA announced that several roads in the region sustained significant damage due to heavy rainfall and flooding.”

    Road closures derail //Kharas east

  9. The Namibian

    Roads Authority announced eight roads in ||Kharas region closed due to flooding

    Source

    “The Roads Authority has announced that eight roads in the ||Kharas region have been temporarily closed due to heavy rainfall and flooding.”

    Roads Authority confirms eight roads closed after flooding in ||Kharas

  10. The Namibian

    Roads Authority said it is monitoring situation and will carry out assessments and repairs

    Source

    “The RA said it is monitoring the situation and will carry out assessments and repairs as conditions improve.”

    Roads Authority confirms eight roads closed after flooding in ||Kharas

  11. New Era

    Roads Authority allegedly failed to comply with its own disciplinary policy

    Source

    “Two former senior officials have taken the Roads Authority (RA) to court for allegedly failing to comply with its own disciplinary policy.”

    RA accused of disregarding own policy
Society

First accident reported at B1 Western Bypass speed humps

The News

A vehicle collision was reported on newly installed speed humps along the B1 Western Bypass in Windhoek on Sunday evening, shortly after the traffic-calming measures became operational. The incident has fueled ongoing debate over the effectiveness and safety of the speed humps, which authorities say are necessary to curb speeding and address pedestrian-related crashes.

Why it matters

First accident on newly installed B1 Western Bypass speed humps raises immediate safety questions about traffic-calming infrastructure.

5 hours ago · Informanté →

Today

  1. First accident reported at B1 Western Bypass speed humps

    A vehicle collision was reported on newly installed speed humps along the B1 Western Bypass in Windhoek on Sunday evening, shortly after the traffic-calming measures became operational. The incident has fueled ongoing debate over the effectiveness and safety of the speed humps, which authorities say are necessary to curb speeding and address pedestrian-related crashes.

    5 hours ago · Informanté →

Yesterday

  1. Roads Authority installs speed humps on B1 Western Bypass

    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.

    16 hours ago · Informanté →

Friday 5 June

  1. Roads Authority installs speed humps on Windhoek bypasses

    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.

    5 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 4 June

  1. Roads Authority spent N$2.6 million firing two executives

    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.

    4 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 26 May

  1. Namibia records 184 road deaths in under five months

    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.

    26 May 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 25 May

  1. Government plans dual carriageways on high-risk roads

    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.

    25 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 24 May

  1. Roads Authority urges caution on Swakopmund-Arandis route

    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.

    24 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Police urge motorists to install dashcams against reckless driving

    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.

    20 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Monday 18 May

  1. High Court rejects fired Roads Authority executives' reinstatement bid

    The Windhoek High Court has struck from the roll an urgent application by former Roads Authority executives Johan Boois and Richard Milinga seeking reinstatement.

    18 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Saturday 16 May

  1. Roads Authority to open Natis centres on weekends

    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.

    16 May 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Roads Authority seeks public help on reckless truck overtaking incident

    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.

    16 May 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 15 May

  1. High Court dismisses RA executives' reinstatement application

    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.

    15 May 2026 · Informanté →

  2. Roads Authority closes C13 route due to Orange River flooding

    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.

    15 May 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Yango spends N$1.3m on permit fees amid compliance row

    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.

    13 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Road crash claims eleven lives; dispute over victim identities

    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.

    5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  2. Road linking Omulonu to Oshuuli officially opened

    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.

    5 May 2026 · Informanté →

Sunday 3 May

  1. Roads Authority warns motorists after fatal crashes over long weekend

    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.

    3 May 2026 · Informanté →

  2. Roads Authority appeals for safe driving after long weekend crashes

    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.

    3 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 1 May

  1. Roads Authority closes 14 ||Kharas roads due to rain damage

    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.

    1 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 30 April

  1. Roads Authority urges caution during long weekend traffic surge

    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.

    30 April 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Opposition, experts voice concern over political hiring bias in Namibia

    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.

    29 April 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Third annual biker awareness event held in Windhoek

    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.

    29 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 26 April

  1. Minister orders inquiry into tribal bias at Roads Authority

    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.

    26 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 22 April

  1. RA weighbridge fraud case adjourned for Prosecutor General decision

    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.

    22 April 2026 · Informanté →

Sunday 19 April

  1. Thieves steal seven laptops from Roads Authority head office

    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.

    19 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 17 April

  1. Yango drivers struggle as permit approvals stall for months

    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.

    17 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 15 April

  1. Heavy rainfall road closures strain //Kharas east farmers, workers

    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.

    15 April 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 14 April

  1. Otesa denies sidelining SME partners on Opuwo-Otjivize road project

    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.

    14 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 12 April

  1. Eight roads closed in ||Kharas after heavy flooding

    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.

    12 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 10 April

  1. NaTIS breaks ground on N$230m Wanaheda service centre

    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.

    10 April 2026 · New Era →

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