Walvis Bay Corridor Group — transport and logistics organization promoting Namibia as a SADC trade gateway, partnering on blood donations and regional infrastructure initiatives.
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July 2026
The Namibian
Walvis Bay Corridor Groupagreedwith Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia to boost voluntary blood donations in transport sector
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“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.”
Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG)entered into an agreement withBlood Transfusion Service of Namibia to encourage blood donations
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“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.”
Walvis Bay Corridor Groupurged transporters, logistics operators and corridor users toremain vigilant following Ebola outbreak in DRC
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“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 Groupcollaborated onthe Omusati medical campaign
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“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.”
Walvis Bay Corridor Groupoperatesmobile and fixed wellness clinics providing health screening services
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“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.”
The Walvis Bay Corridor Groupsays700 SADC truck drivers forced to take alternative routes to DRC after Zambian bridge collapse
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“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.”
Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG)concludeda high-level, three-day stakeholder engagement mission from 19 to 21 January 2026
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“THE Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) concluded a high-level, three-day stakeholder engagement mission led by Acting CEO, Edward Shivute, from 19 to 21 January 2026.”
Walvis Bay Corridor Grouphas cautionedtruck drivers and logistics/transport industry to be cautious due to mpox outbreak
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“The Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) has cautioned truck drivers and those in the logistics or transport industry to be cautious in light of the mpox outbreak, formerly known as monkeypox.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.