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Walvis Bay Corridor Group

Also known as: WBCG

Regional trade and transport corridor operator partnering on blood donation initiatives, border pre-clearance systems, and health safety awareness.

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  1. October 2026

  2. The Namibian

    Walvis Bay Corridor Group collaborated on providing HIV testing services at Rehoboth Pride event

    Source

    “Events project manager Hakeem Noabeb says the HIV testing services were provided through a collaboration between MPower Community Trust and the Walvis Bay Corridor Group.”

    Rehoboth Pride breaks barriers to essential services
  3. September 2026

  4. The Namibian

    Walvis Bay Corridor Group will provide sexual and reproductive health services to young people

    Source

    “Walvis Bay Corridor Group senior project coordinator Kennith Kamwi says the campaign will provide much-needed sexual and reproductive health services to young people, adding that the group will also look at providing housing for community members in and around the Ohangwena region.”

    Ohangwena schools to get sexual health and anti-GBV services
  5. August 2026

  6. Windhoek Observer

    Walvis Bay Corridor Group facilitates regional connectivity through Namibia's ports

    Source

    “The project is also expected to complement existing trade routes managed by the Walvis Bay Corridor Group, which facilitates regional connectivity through Namibia's ports.”

    Namibia, Botswana complete feasibility study for Trans Kalahari Railway project
  7. July 2026

  8. The Namibian

    Walvis Bay Corridor Group agreed with Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia to boost voluntary blood donations in transport sector

    Source

    “This is despite supporting a new agreement between the Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) and the Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia (NamBTS) to boost voluntary donations in the transport sector.”

    Union rejects on-road blood donations for truckers

  9. The Namibian

    Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) entered into an agreement with Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia to encourage blood donations

    Source

    “The Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) and the Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia (NamBTS) have entered into an agreement that encourages truck drivers and broader transport professionals to donate blood voluntarily to save lives.”

    Transport industry aims to enhance Namibia’s blood drive efforts
  10. June 2026

  11. The Namibian

    Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) implores operators to make use of the pre-clearance system to avoid congestion at borders

    Source

    “The Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) implores operators to make use of the pre-clearance system to avoid congestion of trucks at borders.”

    Walvis Bay Corridor Group calls for utilisation of a pre-clearance system
  12. May 2026

  13. The Namibian

    Walvis Bay Corridor Group urged transporters, logistics operators and corridor users to remain vigilant following Ebola outbreak in DRC

    Source

    “The Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) has urged transporters, logistics operators and all corridor users to remain vigilant following an outbreak of the Ebola virus disease in parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo.”

    Walvis Bay Corridor Group on high alert over DRC Ebola outbreak
  14. April 2026

  15. New Era

    Walvis Bay Corridor Group collaborated on the Omusati medical campaign

    Source

    “The campaign, spearheaded by Dune Seven Medical Centre under the leadership of Dr Elifas Shapumba, in collaboration with the Walvis Bay Corridor Group and One Economy Foundation, focused on improving access to basic healthcare services while promoting prevention and early detection.”

    Omusati medical outreach reaches over 670
  16. March 2026

  17. The Namibian

    Walvis Bay Corridor Group operates mobile and fixed wellness clinics providing health screening services

    Source

    “Mobile and fixed wellness clinics operated by the Walvis Bay Corridor Group provide health screening services, while the MVA Fund and its partners engage drivers on safe driving practices, fatigue management and compliance with traffic regulations.”

    MVA Fund targets truck driver health to improve road safety

  18. The Namibian

    The Walvis Bay Corridor Group says 700 SADC truck drivers forced to take alternative routes to DRC after Zambian bridge collapse

    Source

    “The Walvis Bay Corridor Group says 700 SADC truck drivers have been forced to take alternative routes to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) after heavy rainfalls destroyed a key bridge at at the Kasumbalesa Border Post in Zambia on Sunday.”

    700 logistics trucks impacted by Zambian bridge collapse
Society

Rehoboth's first Pride event brings health services to LGBTQI+ community

The News

Rehoboth's inaugural Pride event, organised by MPower Community Trust in September, featured a Pride Village where participants could access health information, HIV testing, and psychosocial support services. Participants, including transgender woman Raun Strauss, say the event increased LGBTQI+ visibility and reduced barriers to accessing services, particularly by bringing HIV testing to the community to help overcome stigma and discrimination associated with testing at health facilities.

5 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 5 October

  1. Rehoboth's first Pride event brings health services to LGBTQI+ community

    Rehoboth's inaugural Pride event, organised by MPower Community Trust in September, featured a Pride Village where participants could access health information, HIV testing, and psychosocial support services. Participants, including transgender woman Raun Strauss, say the event increased LGBTQI+ visibility and reduced barriers to accessing services, particularly by bringing HIV testing to the community to help overcome stigma and discrimination associated with testing at health facilities.

    5 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Ohangwena wellness campaign serves 140 on opening day

    A four-day school wellness and community outreach campaign in Ohangwena, launched by Dune Seven Community Foundation in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Social Services and other organizations, reached 140 pupils and community members on its first day with medical consultations, health screening, and sexual and reproductive health education.

    9 September 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. One Economy Foundation launches wellness campaign in Eenhana

    The One Economy Foundation launched the School Wellness and Community Outreach Campaign in Eenhana on Monday, in collaboration with Dune Seven, Walvis Bay Corridor Group, and other partners.

    9 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Ohangwena schools to receive sexual health and anti-GBV services

    Pupils in Ohangwena will receive sexual and reproductive health education, STI screenings and anti-gender-based violence services through a four-day campaign running 8–11 September across four schools in the region. The initiative, launched by the Dune Seven Community Foundation, also includes hygiene awareness and involves the One Economy Foundation, Walvis Bay Corridor Group, and two government ministries.

    8 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. US delegation explores deeper energy and minerals partnership with Namibia

    A US delegation led by Ambassador John Giordano, including officials from the State Department's energy and trade agencies, held high-level meetings with Namibian government officials and industry leaders to expand cooperation in energy security, critical minerals, infrastructure, and emerging technologies. The delegation also represented the US at the Namibian Mining Expo and met with the Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy to discuss opportunities in these sectors.

    18 August 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 10 August

  1. Union reverses opposition to blood donation by truck drivers

    The Namibian Revolutionary Transport and Manufacturing Union (Naretu) has reversed its earlier objection to a blood donation initiative and signed an agreement with the Walvis Bay Corridor Group and the Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia to promote voluntary donations among truck drivers and transport professionals.

    10 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Namibia and Botswana complete Trans Kalahari Railway feasibility study

    Botswana and Namibia have completed the feasibility study for the Trans Kalahari Railway project, a multi-billion-dollar regional rail corridor, moving toward the next phase of implementation. Both governments, represented by their transport ministers, reaffirmed commitment to the project and signaled that construction timelines are expected soon.

    5 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 16 July

  1. Union opposes on-road blood donations for truck drivers

    The Namibia Revolutionary Transport and Manufacturing Union has rejected plans for truck drivers to donate blood while on the road, citing concerns about road safety and driver health. The union supports a new agreement between the Walvis Bay Corridor Group and the Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia to encourage voluntary donations in the transport sector, but says donations should not occur during work time without proper medical screening, recovery time, and schedule adjustments.

    16 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 13 July

  1. Walvis Bay Corridor Group partners with blood service to boost donations

    The Walvis Bay Corridor Group and the Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia have signed an agreement to encourage truck drivers and transport professionals to donate blood voluntarily, aiming to strengthen the country's voluntary blood donation programme and raise awareness through organized donation events.

    13 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 19 June

  1. Walvis Bay Corridor Group urges wider use of pre-clearance system

    The Walvis Bay Corridor Group has called on operators to use the pre-clearance system to reduce truck congestion at borders. The group cited recent delays at the Katima Mulilo border post that have increased cargo transit times and demurrage charges, attributing some congestion to reluctance by operators to use pre-clearing procedures.

    19 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 16 June

  1. U.S. delegation visits Namibia to advance trade partnerships

    A senior U.S. delegation led by Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Nick Checker concluded a four-day visit to Namibia from 11–14 June 2026 to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation in trade, investment, energy, mining and logistics. Discussions with Namibian government officials and business leaders focused on deepening commercial ties and attracting investment in sectors including critical minerals and logistics.

    16 June 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 21 May

  1. Walvis Bay Corridor Group urges vigilance over DRC Ebola

    The Walvis Bay Corridor Group has called on transporters, logistics operators, and corridor users to strengthen hygiene and sanitation measures following an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Transport and trade activities continue normally, but stakeholders are advised to ensure handwashing facilities, sanitisers, and protective equipment are available and to comply with health screening measures.

    21 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 2 May

  1. Namibia, Zambia, DRC introduce 90-cent cargo levy

    Namibia, Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo have jointly launched a user-pays principle levy of 90 cents per tonne on all cross-border cargo along the Walvis Bay-Ndola-Lubumbashi corridor, effective 1 April. The levy is intended to address infrastructure gaps, border inefficiencies and procedural bottlenecks while funding sustainable maintenance and operations.

    2 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 16 April

  1. Omusati medical outreach provides care to 678 residents

    A three-day medical campaign in Omusati's Outapi area provided free healthcare services including HIV testing, medical consultations, reproductive health counselling, and screenings for blood sugar, haemoglobin and cancer to 678 residents. The initiative, led by Dune Seven Medical Centre in collaboration with local partners, aimed to improve healthcare access in underserved communities and promote early disease detection.

    16 April 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 7 April

  1. Free medical outreach programme comes to Outapi constituency

    Community members in Outapi, Omusati region will receive three days of free healthcare services from 8–10 April, including medical check-ups, HIV and STI testing, blood pressure and blood sugar screening, and health counselling. The Omusati Medical Campaign Tour, organised by DuneSeven Medical Centre with partners, aims to improve access to healthcare and empower communities with health knowledge, particularly for those with limited access to screening and treatment for conditions like hypertension and diabetes.

    7 April 2026 · New Era →

Friday 27 March

  1. HIV infections rising after USAID funding withdrawal

    Namibian NGOs report three new HIV cases daily following the withdrawal of USAID funding over a year ago, and warn that the government has not filled the gap. NGOs say the funding cuts have forced scaling back of HIV prevention programmes, condom distribution, and treatment support, particularly affecting sex workers, youth, and the LGBTQI+ community.

    27 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 26 March

  1. MVA Fund launches wellness campaign to prevent truck driver crashes

    The Motor Vehicle Accident Fund is intensifying efforts to reduce road crashes through its Truckers' Wellness Campaign, which provides onsite health screenings, road safety education and compliance awareness at key transport checkpoints. The initiative addresses health-related challenges such as hypertension and fatigue that affect truck driver alertness and decision-making, with screenings planned at Rundu (23–24 March) and Gobabis (26–27 March).

    26 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 25 March

  1. Namibia launches Walvis Bay corridor secretariat in April

    Namibia will operationalise the Walvis Bay-Ndola-Lubumbashi Corridor secretariat on 1 April to strengthen regional trade and improve cross-border transport with Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The move includes introducing a user pay principle levy of 90 cents per tonne on cross-border cargo and addressing infrastructure gaps and regulatory harmonisation challenges.

    25 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 9 March

  1. NamRA and state organs sign border coordination framework

    The Namibia Revenue Agency and key state institutions have signed the Inter-Agency Standard Operations Framework for Coordinated Border Management to improve coordination at Namibia's borders, reduce delays in goods movement, and strengthen infrastructure and security. NamRA Commissioner Sam Shivute emphasised the need for effective implementation of initiatives like one-stop border posts and coordinated controls to support economic growth.

    9 March 2026 · New Era →

  2. Zambian bridge collapse disrupts regional truck traffic

    Heavy rains destroyed a key bridge at Kasumbalesa Border Post in Zambia, forcing 700 SADC truck drivers to take alternative routes to the Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite authorities temporarily fixing the bridge within 48 hours, logistics companies face higher fuel and operational costs, affecting trade flow of mining inputs and mineral exports across the region.

    9 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 3 March

  1. Government cuts funding to state-owned enterprises in 2026/27

    The finance ministry plans to reduce subsidies and capital transfers to state-owned enterprises from N$1.3 billion in 2025/26 to N$615.7 million in 2026/27, citing fiscal consolidation and high public debt. Several SOEs including TransNamib and the Agricultural Bank of Namibia will receive no government transfers, while priority support goes to the National Housing Enterprise and Road Fund Administration.

    3 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 21 February

  1. Trans-Kalahari Corridor pushes FMD regional coordination

    The Trans-Kalahari Corridor Secretariat is engaging regional partners to strengthen coordination on foot-and-mouth disease, which is affecting cross-border cattle movement and creating trade barriers. The secretariat plans to convene stakeholders from member states to develop joint prevention strategies and public awareness campaigns.

    21 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 17 February

  1. Deputy minister pitches Namibia as uranium and mining hub

    Namibia's deputy minister of industries, mines and energy told the Africa Mining Indaba 2026 in Cape Town that Namibia offers stable mining conditions and positions itself as a strategic partner in the global energy transition, with uranium production complemented by offshore oil and gas, renewable energy, and green hydrogen. The minister highlighted investment-ready projects and commitments to beneficiation, artisanal mining support, and sustainable development.

    17 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 2 February

  1. Namibia urges regional tourism cooperation amid new air links

    The Namibia Tourism Board chief says Namibia must collaborate with neighbouring countries to attract long-distance tourists who want multi-country itineraries. The remarks came as Proflight Zambia announced direct flights between Windhoek and Lusaka starting March 2026, operating three times weekly to support regional tourism and travel connectivity.

    2 February 2026 · New Era →

Monday 26 January

  1. WBCG consults industry partners on SADC trade gateway role

    The Walvis Bay Corridor Group conducted a three-day stakeholder engagement in the Erongo region in January 2026 to identify operational bottlenecks and gather input from transport and logistics partners toward finalising its 2026–2031 strategic framework. The organisation aims to enhance Namibia's position as the preferred trade gateway for the SADC region.

    26 January 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 25 January

  1. Walvis Bay Corridor Group consults on regional trade gateway strategy

    The Walvis Bay Corridor Group held stakeholder meetings to strengthen Namibia's position as a preferred trade gateway for SADC, consulting with transport and logistics partners to identify operational bottlenecks and inform the organisation's 2026–2031 strategic framework.

    25 January 2026 · Informanté →

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