Also known as: Windhoek Mayor Sakaria Uunona · Jackie ‡Khariseb · Jacky ≠Khariseb · ≠Khariseb · Rehoboth mayor Jackie ‡Khariseb
Mayor of Windhoek who has reported reductions in the city's debtors' book and investments in road repairs and infrastructure projects.
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Windhoek Observer
Mayor Sakaria Uunona attended meeting with Chinatown traders
“The meeting, attended by mayor Sakaria Uunona and chief executive officer Moses Matyayi, focused on the City's decision requiring vendors to vacate the area over safety, hygiene and by-law compliance concerns.”
CoW engages chinatown vendors, decision expected FridayThe Namibian
Mayor Sakaria Uunona says the issue is not about denying people the opportunity to earn a living
“Mayor Sakaria Uunona says the issue is not about denying people the opportunity to earn a living but about ensuring fairness and compliance with the law.”
City stands firm as Chinatown traders seek compromiseThe Namibian
Sakaria Uunona revealed the City of Windhoek has reduced its debtors' book to N$869 million as of 31 March
“This was revealed by the city's mayor, Sakaria Uunona, during the ordinary council meeting on Thursday evening.”
City of Windhoek cuts debtors’ book to N$869 millionThe Namibian
Sakaria Uunona said the figures demonstrate gradual but meaningful progress in strengthening financial discipline and improving revenue management
“"These figures demonstrate gradual but meaningful progress in strengthening financial discipline, improving revenue management and restoring the municipality's fiscal sustainability," Uunona said.”
City of Windhoek cuts debtors’ book to N$869 millionNamibian Sun
Sakaria Uunona inaugurated N$4.3m Solar Centre funded by Windhoek–Berlin partnership
“The City of Windhoek officially inaugurated a Solar Centre facility financed by €212 750 (about N$4.3 million) grant from Germany.”
Uunona inaugurates N$4.3m Solar Centre funded by Windhoek–Berlin partnershipThe Namibian
Windhoek mayor Sakaria Uunona announced City of Windhoek fixed 67,344 potholes since February 2025
“Windhoek mayor Sakaria Uunona announced this during an ordinary council meeting on Thursday.”
City of Windhoek fixes over 67 000 potholesThe Namibian
Uunona said city has invested N$64.36 million in routine pothole repairs
“To date, the city has invested N$64 36 million in these routine repairs.”
City of Windhoek fixes over 67 000 potholesInformanté
Windhoek Mayor Sakaria Uunona participated in engagement bringing together government officials and community leaders
“The engagement brought together government officials, including Khomas Governor Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma and Windhoek Mayor Sakaria Uunona, community leaders, educators, parents, and members of the media, highlighting the collaborative effort required to support young men in Namibia.”
Engagement promotes positive masculinity and supports boy child developmentNew Era
Sakaria Uunona said the municipal council has provided 150+ serviced trading stalls for informal vendors at Havana 4-Way
“Speaking at City's latest ordinary council meeting, he said that, through the department of economic development and community services, the municipal council has made more than 150 properly demarcated and serviced trading stalls available for informal vendors at the Havana 4-Way relocation area.”
City gives vendors 150 Havana stallsThe City of Windhoek met with representatives of 104 informal traders at Chinatown to discuss a decision to vacate the area over safety and hygiene concerns. The traders requested permission to continue operations while registering for formal relocation to designated markets, with the City expected to respond in writing on Friday.
23 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The City of Windhoek met with representatives of 104 informal traders at Chinatown to discuss a decision to vacate the area over safety and hygiene concerns. The traders requested permission to continue operations while registering for formal relocation to designated markets, with the City expected to respond in writing on Friday.
23 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The City of Windhoek says it will continue enforcing by-laws against more than 100 informal traders at Chinatown following a peaceful march, citing safety, hygiene, and compliance concerns. Traders, led by activists Michael Amushelelo and Shaun Gariseb, are demanding designated land to operate rather than relocating to formal markets like Bonsmara, arguing they would lose customer access.
23 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The City of Windhoek has cut its total debtors' book to N$869 million as of 31 March, down from N$888 million the previous year, with arrears also declining from N$650 million to N$626 million, according to mayor Sakaria Uunona.
8 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The City of Windhoek officially inaugurated a Solar Centre facility financed by a €212 750 grant from Germany, reflecting the partnership between the two cities.
29 April 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The City of Windhoek has fixed 67 344 potholes and repaired over 54 000 square metres of damaged road since February 2025, following damage from heavy rains and flooding in the 2024/25 rainy season. Mayor Sakaria Uunona said the city has invested N$64.36 million in these repairs, though he acknowledged ageing infrastructure and limited maintenance funding remain challenges.
27 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Hope Initiatives Southern Africa Namibia hosted an event where stakeholders, including the First Gentleman, discussed challenges facing boys in education and the promotion of positive masculinity rooted in responsibility, empathy, and accountable leadership. The First Gentleman cited 2023 data showing 8,720 boys dropped out of school and called for evidence-based interventions and strategic programs to support boys' holistic development.
21 March 2026 · Informanté →
Rehoboth Town Council is rolling out prepaid water and electricity meters across all suburbs to improve revenue collection and reduce its N$150 million debt to NamWater. The installation runs from March to June 2026, with monthly rental fees tiered by residency status, and a 70/30 payment system designed to gradually clear existing arrears while maintaining service access.
12 March 2026 · New Era →
The City of Windhoek has established over 150 demarcated and serviced trading stalls at Havana 4-Way following a vendor strike in February, aiming to provide a safer and more structured operating environment. The move follows the eviction of informal traders from the central business district and the City's commitment to implementing its Market Development Masterplan to accommodate informal trading in designated areas.
4 March 2026 · New Era →
Rehoboth Town Council has intensified efforts to combat drug-related activities through a multi-sectoral approach involving police, social workers and community organisations. The council has donated a house to the Namibian Police drug squad, established a Junior Town Council for youth engagement, and plans satellite police stations in crime hotspots.
24 February 2026 · New Era →